We went to the gun show at the George R. Brown Convention center yesterday, and she set her sights on this awesome Colt Python for me. It has a 4" barrel, built in 1976, and still tight as a drum. I'm going to have to go buy some new ammo today and give her a test drive.
I might have to update my posting here to reflect another choice: viewtopic.php?f=23&t=74645&hilit=+python#p940068.. Sure, I'd been jonesing for a nickel-plated one, but this one will do just fine.
As a side note, I noticed NO 30.06 sign going into the gun show this time (it's been a while since I've been there, and it was posted last time I went). I walked in, looking around carefully. The police officer behind the counter welcomed me to his table, and asked what I was looking or. I told him, "I'm looking for a 30.06 sign - I don't want to break any laws, and I'll exit right away if I can find one."
He told me that if I plan to keep it concealed the whole time, then there was no need to disarm. That's a refreshing change of circumstances from the last time I was there...glad to see that!