Smith + Wesson 638-3. This is a Aluminun and stainless steel 5-shot 38 spcl. revolver. The finish requires min maintainance. This revolver can be fired single or double action. Since you are not an avid shooter these are easy to learn to shoot accurately. Having a semi-auto might give some shooters a false sense of security having a large capacity magizine. This revolver is also small enough to fit into the front pants pocket and the recoil is decent. This revolver is most commonly referred to as the body guard.