Why isn't there a alloy (with the reportedly stronger alloys of today) K-frame sized revolver, ideally with a 3" barrel and round-butt grip for concealment? That 3" barrel, slightly tapered would be nice, would need a real front sight, not the nearly invisible ramped offerings so many gun makers think is mandatory for revolvers. And along with a good front sight a clearly and easily visible rear notch would be a refreshing change from the usual offerings.
I know everyone on the planet will say it has to be chambered for the 357 Magnum for "the versatility" but that means a slightly longer cylinder and more weight. This is a concept carry gun, one that is controllable but still light enough to go with you anywhere. If you're comforted by lots of muzzle blast and recoil there's always Buffalo Bore Heavy 38 Special +P rounds, or even 38-44 level hand loads, and you'd still be saving weight and length of both cylinder and frame.
Six rounds is mandatory but seven gets us into L-frame territory. I have a 386 Night Guard and frankly it's just a bit big and heavy to be comfortable every where and every time. I'm sure someone is yelling at the computer, "856 Taurus", but I've handled three of them now and they are just too small. After 16+ years as a firearms instructor I know small guns just don't shoot as well as medium or service size when it comes to a revolver. And I'm not so old as to no longer believe hitting is important. Other than having a gun in the first place, hitting with the first couple rounds is probably the most important requirement. Now let the caliber arguments begin. (smile)
Final point on my dream carry revolver. I would say DA only as I think that is the ONLY way to fire a DA gun. To paraphrase a signature line on one of these gun forums: If you can't make that hard or long shot shooting DA you need more practice, not a hammer spur.
Point your fingers and laugh or nod your head in agreement, I've been thinking about a carry gun like this ever since age and arthritis took me out of the world of semi-autos and made me a revolver only guy. Heck, I'm probably not going to live long enough to ever see a gun like this produced...but it sure would be nice.
Dave