I recently got a Taurus stainless UL85. I couldn't be happier. It shoots great, one large hole at 7 yards. Great trigger, handles 38 +P, and light enough to carry tucked into gym shorts. Best of all, it only cost $250!
I really like my Ruger SP101, I installed the CrimsonTrace laser site grip on it. I can shoot a 3" group at 25yds using the iron sites. It's small but the 357mag is definately an attention getter in an emergency. Shoots the 38spl just as well and accurately.
I have a bobbed-hammer, fixed sight Rossi 720. 5-shot, .44 Special, DAO. Shoots really sweet, considering the low cost. You lose ankle and pocket carry (which are both marginal for a snubbie, IMHO) and gain a really big hole in the end of the bore...