[QUOTE=salukipv1;3797005]I had heard it was bad too, my 4" ported kicked less than I thought, I was prepared for a cannon.
The key word there is ported. I have a coupele of 44's andd shot many more, and believe me they are going to let you know that you have something is your hand. The .357 is the closest thing in recoil that was mentioned, but it will fall way short in comparable recoil. That said, it will still be a managable recoil, just don't try to 1 hand it on your very first shot. Have fun and enjoy!!