RE: What do you consider a Pistol ??
I understand the question. Maybe because of the term pistolero, people associate revolvers as pistols. But I purged that association decades ago! I think of pistols as being autos from 22 on up, and wheel guns as revolvers.
I am down to one "handgun" right now. A ruger super blackhawk with a trigger kit installed. I prefer to shoot 44 specials but I keep 300 grain magnums on hand. The local lawmakers gave us a handgun season finally. Which is ok because I usually see critters in that range.