I have had my Ruger KLCR 357/38 for over 3 months now, and I love it. I bought the 357/38 version mainly for the cartridge options, but also for the SD " best stopping power" in the 357mag. I practice with the 38spl rounds first (50-100), then maybe 25-50 rounds of 38+P, and finally 10-20 rounds of the 357mag.. The recoil is more than manageable with a correct grip and the Hogue Tamer Grips. The accuracy is unbelievable, even at longer distances. The construction is excellent, it's a Ruger, and is easy to clean. Concealability is also excellent either in a pocket, IWB or OWB, depending on holster. I carry it all day, pocket (Remora Standard), IWB (Remora Tuckable or ProCarry Tuckable), OWB (Pro Carry Pancake or Fobus Paddle), and sometimes forget I have it on. So, excellent concealability, lightweight, accurate, well constructed, reliable, very effective (either 357mag or 38spl +P) for SD, and fairly priced. What more can you ask for. Oh, the trigger is really "sweet". I cam actually feel and see the "staging" which helps tremendously with accuracy. Anyway, good luck on your search.