I am real partial to single action rugers for strength, weight, performance and price. I do have trigger work done on them. I would think either 41 or 44 magnums would meet the need and not wear you down shooting real fast. Sorry I can't recommend a scope... don't use those as a pistolero.

I think the SA's handle differently. Even my daughter could shoot the RSBH in 44 Mag with the 240 grainers.