Way back before semi-autos we had to carry 6 shooters in San Bernardino and so I carried and still have my 6" Ruger Security 6.
38 Plus P first six (mandatory by city) and then 357 256 grain if shit went bad.
Still a favorite.
I taught these classes at glamis way back and other high use OHV areas. Payday only lasted 1 summer and dried up.
One yout class at Glamis use to pay for my fuel for the trip.