I confess, I'm not a big fan of the aesthetics of the full-lugs. (I believe I'm on record around here saying I wouldn't take a Colt Python unless given to me by a favored relative.) But geez, if it doesn't just work for shooting. My 4" L-frame 586 gives me two things: a grip small enough for my hands AND a revolver with enough weight to tame shooting .357s. Dressed up with some Ahrend's smooth combats in maple, it looks pretty sharp too....
I would love an N-frame .357 and almost bought a 28-2 at the LGS last month, but decided to buy a new bicycle instead. And an N-frame is really a bit big for me to manage quickly.