The R8 in .44 or .45 Colt would be a better choice and would hold 7 rounds. I know the R8 weighs less, but it does it with a Scandium frame and that means it costs a lot. $1000 for a revolver that holds 8 rds vs a $500 semi auto that holds 20 rds... yeah, great trade off, really worth it.Geez, do some homework before you post. The Smith, 5", TR8 holds 8 rounds and weighs 34.7 oz.. The 6" smith, 7 shot, 686, .357 weighs 44.02 oz.. The Ruger 4.2", 7 shot, .357, GP100 weighs 40 oz. The smith, 327 R8, holds more ammo and is significantly lighter than both the Smith,686 and the Ruger, GP100.