On the low cost end, its tough to beat the Taurus 85. The stainless version would meet your criteria. Bonus if you can find a concealed hammer version. You should be able to find one new for $330 or so, used in the mid to upper $200s depending on age and condition.
I've got two Taurus firearms and one's my summer EDC. My winter EDC is a Charter Arms in .44 Special that I've had for many years now. I've had no problems with any of them.Are Taurus and Charter Arms good quality gun makers?
I hope to get a 38 Special some time soon. I shot my brothers heavy cowboy revolver in 38 Special and I found the round plenty powerful for personal defense. The police/FBI may need more powerful rounds but after shooting
a 38 Special for the first time over the summer, I found it easy to handle and plenty powerful, like the 9mm.
Are Taurus and Charter Arms good quality gun makers?
I'm a gun snob, so I guess they must be pretty decent!Chez, Dont be a gun snob man.
At what range do all you snubbie guys shoot your guns accurately?
What if SigFan07's reason for actually needing his revolver is carrying a long gun?
I would go with the Taurus if I was looking cheap.
Their 38 snubbie Ultra Lite blued revolvers, are going for $289 - $299 just about anywhere now.
Hard to beat for that price.
Now, if you are planning on being a heavy shooter, then SW has to be the choice
At what range do all you snubbie guys shoot your guns accurately?
What if SigFan07's reason for actually needing his revolver is carrying a long gun?