Looking over a Texas used gun website last night, I found a bunch of both Rugers and S&W's in .44 mag. The Smiths were more expensive, with some Performance Center models having an asking price over $1,000. The Rugers were a lot more reasonable. Saw a Super Blackhawk with 10.5" barrel for $600, A stainless Bisley Hunter for $650, a "regular" Bisley for $550. Wish I could find an excuse for another one myself!
