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Ask about either a GP100 or a 686 , and it will become a Ruger vs S&W discussion, because they are the standards for current production duty revolvers. And both are great revolvers, worthy of being compared to each other.
A couple of points to consider:
#1 A 4" .357 is a remarkably flexible firearm. It can be carried, concealed, and shot comfortably, and a heavy gun like a GP or L Frame really make .38 Specials mild and controllable.
#2 Save your money, and shop for your gun. Prices have shot up lately, but deals can be found. Keep your eyes open, a Dan Wesson 15, Ruger Security Six, or a Smith M28 could show up, and if you've got cash in hand you might be able to walk away with an awful lot of gun for considerably less than what you'd pay for that GP. It is much easier to make a deal with cash in your pocket.
#3 .357/.38 is a great way to be introduced to reloading, be careful. If you cast your own bullets, a box of 50 .38 Specials can be made for $5-$7.
#4 I've seen with my own eyes how a purchase like that only serves to make you realize that while a 4" is great, now you need a snubby to carry, and a 6" to allow the .357 to reach its velocity potential, and maybe something with fixed sights, and....
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