Model P beat me to it. Since around 2001, Uberti has cleaned up their act. Course could be because Beretta bought them. However; if Colts and USFAs are too expensive get some Rugers. The Ubertis will not stand the beating. After eleven years of shooting Cowboy and traveling over the south and out to Moriarity, NM, I can tell you most of the best use Rugers. From your post, you want to participate and not compete. That leaves me out. I'm one of those "gamers" everyone talks about. Ya know, trick holsters, 38s, shortstroked rifles, slicked up M97s. And I really get dirty because I used to practice, practice, practice, pr...............................................