I bought a Taurus 85 this year, nearly identical to the S&W 36.

I always bring my Colt Gold Cup to the range with me when I shoot the little .38 snubbie. Helps restore my ego.[>:] With such a short sight radius it is not easy to get tight groups - - but not impossible to get groups good enough for effective defensive purposes either.

Light target loads will help you get where you want to go with this little gun. Stick with it - - you'll get there!