Jumping Frog wrote:Instead of a new Taurus, since you are talking a home gun, I'd suggest getting her a used Ruger Security-Six. It is about the same money as a used Taurus 65, but a much nicer gun.
I have a 4" Security-Six that is as good or better shooting a gun as my S&W Model 66. However, the Taurus 65 is a great gun, and if gotten for the right price would be a good gun also.