I wouldn't hit a hog in the ass with a Taurus. Their quality control leaves a whole lot to be desired. I have had more problems with Taurus than any other brand of hand gun we sell.

I had a Taurus revolver that had a barrel that was slightly off, just as your dealer describes. I noticed it one day after I handed it to a customer. When he handed it back to me I set it on the shelf behind me. When he left I looked at it again. I literally unscrewed the barrel by hand and removed it from the frame. Imagine if I had sold that Taurus to a customer and they had to use it to defend their self or family.

If you want an inexpensive .357 revolver look at Charter stainless target. Though they are inexpensive their quality is quite a bit better than Taurus.
http://www.charterfirearms.com/produ..._Pug_73540.asp