Just random thoughts:
I have often wondered if the .357's reputation as a stopper comes from bad guys being scared chitless by the fireball in their direction
In magnum revos I have had good accuracy and speed with Lil'Gun for full power loads, but I must admit the loads Alliant shows for 300-MP look real interesting. With 158's in the .357, they show 1600+ fps, with 2400 only making 1265. I'll have to check again and see if the local reloading shop has any of this powder.
For years I had no .357's, and then wound up with an inherited Colt and a 5" N Frame, both classic revos. The Colt served my Dad at his business, when three mean drunks from the nearby bar started a problem. The Colt was drawn and they instantly became sober & scarce.
I've come close to buying one of these:
http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/..._757751_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_YI could see that one, or one of the 3" full lug M60's as an awfully good trail revolver - shot loads for snakes, cast for small game, fiercer JHP loads for bear, mt lions, or 2 legged predators. I'd probably look at Power Pro or maybe Unique for mid-range loads
