If you could find a Ruger GP100 in 44 Special with the 5" barrel in matt blue that would be the cats ass. I have one but have'nt used it yet but it sure feels good in the hand and a heavy loaded 44 Special in that strong frame will get you a safe 1150fps with a 255gr hardcast bullet....an Elmer Keith favorite for anything in the states.
Oh boy, do you think prices will come down or is this the new normal? better to go private party?I feel for ya. Ive been looking around too as im a handgun enthusiast and its incredible what shops are asking for their revolvers...easily 2x pre-pandemic prices and rifles are no better. I mean, 1000 bucks for a used, but nice ruger super-blackhawk is crazy. In addition, there isnt much to choose from either