ORIGINAL: pse-archer
Glock and Desert Eagle make a semi auto 357.
Hunting with a semi-auto pistol isn't very common, and theres a reason for it. Most have
nonmovable (and for the most part highly inaccurate in the ones i've shot) factory sights that dont let you aim much above 20 yards.
ORIGINAL: pse-archer
I think a 44 magnum is to big for self defence.
Havent you ever seen Dirty Harry??
Honestly, if you're worried about it that much, get a 6" 41 mag revolver thats lightweight (Taurus makes a good one from what I hear) this should do double duty for you, though I'm thinking you're still several years away from CCW??