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You can find a S&W 66 used for $500-$600. They are one of the finest revolvers you can buy in my opinion and you can get them in 2.5" and 4" bbl form. S&W 65 will be a little cheaper with fixed sights but same fit and function as the 66.

I have a 4" 66 and it's a little heavy on the belt but no more than a 1911, it's a daisy to shoot with 38sp loads and I shoot the smallest groups with it versus any other pistol I own.