Like said previously, it's pretty darn close to the .44. I like the cartridge. You don't have the ammo selection of the .44 but it's still a great performing cartridge. I do think I'd opt for something in .45Colt however. You get a wide selection of ammo choices that range from "yawn" to "holy cow". The taurus however won't handle the later. Have also heard spotty tales of Taurus QC. T'wer me, I'd have a Ruger SA in .45Colt. Few as stong.