If I had the money I would buy a S&W and this thread would not exist. I said cheap only because I knew someone would mention Smith and Wesson and they are overpriced in my book. I understand Smith and Wesson makes very fine revolvers but I do feel you pay for the brand name too. Taurus has a lifetime guarantee if you buy them new but I've also heard stories of the barrel being shot down range or the cylinder not locking properly or even opening during shooting. It is hard to find reliable accurate information on EAA and Taurus because they are not Smith and Wesson. So I guess my new question is does anyone have any experience or information on or about the EAA Windicator or any of the Taurus .357s?