My Mom has a 5 shot 38, and my Dad has the same thing, only hammerless. both are still in beautiful shape (stainless rocks) and work fine. I bought a pt111 this year, and works fine as long as you clean it every 150-200 rounds. Any longer than that and she gets picky. I recently aquired a Raging Bull in 44 mag. Only shot it three times. Love It. Shoots better than it feels, but to hunt with it will be great!