RE: Pistols for dummies
If you like single actions I would go with a 4 5/8" Ruger blackhawlk or super blackhawlk your choice of cal . I would go with 44 mag.
If you like double action I would go with a 5 1/2" Ruger redhawlk in 44 mag.
I have used a Ruger redhawlk to take 12 - 15 deer and 3 pigs . Along with other game from ground hog to a 2000 + lb steer.