I used to have my Encore set up with pistol barrels and didn't like the bulk. I was leaning towards the 10 inch contender for it's compact frame and manageable length.
My T/C journey has gone the same route. Really like the 10" barrels now for holster carrying. It's just a preference on my part to stick with the classic "short barrel" rounds in short barrels i.e. 30/357 Herrett, 357 max, 41 mag, etc. If I want to use a 7-30, 30-30, 35 Remington, etc. I much prefer them in a 14" barrel where they can really strut their stuff.