bahodeme
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It's somewhat pointless and limiting. Get a .357 and you can always load .38 in it. .357, 125 gr. hollowponts from a major manufacturer have the best one-shot stopping power.
230 gr. hydra-shoks from Federal also score in the 90th percentile with one shot stops, hence my love for the Model 625 in .45 ACP. I threw in the 610 (if they are still available) because you can alternate between 10mm and .40 S&W. In the event of a necessary reload, you can't go wrong with full-moon clips.
I own a Rossi (now BrazTech) since '96. Never had a issue with it. It's a .357 with a 4" barrel. I've recently purchased Hornady's Critical Defense rounds for it. Have not had a need to use it and hopefully never will. Try different ammo manufacturers to see what works best for your gun as far as accuracy is concern.