357 snubby ported or 357 4” barrel.

[Spartan1980]

The original .357M loading was a 158gr bullet at just north of 1500 FPS and likely clocked from a 6+" barrel.

I don't know of any standard loadings (not BB, Underwood, CB, etc.) that will match that. For most of its life it's been downloaded slightly from the original loading to increase the longevity of the guns firing it. Back then it was only available in N Frame size guns. Smaller frames dictated things a lot.

For years it was my favorite cartridge and still has a lot of my respect.

[358156hp]

Based on my personal experience, "ported" guns are not the same as "compensated" guns like the 586 L-Comp. A compensated revolver will not rise as much in recoil, but will kick just as hard as a non-compensated revolver. My $.02 worth.

Dave

Winner, winner! I've had a few Magnaported revolvers, 4 or 5 perhaps. Felt recoil felt the same as non-ported guns, the real improvement comes from reduced muzzle flip. As Dave said, the muzzle doesn't roll up as abruptly. It's kind of a weird feeling until you get used to it. I do like it, and now I want another one.