The BEST .357 ever made = S&W 686-1
The best built .357 model ever made, ( JOMHO ) = a Smith & Wesson 686-1 w/ a four inch barrel. I have one from the first run of the 686's. (686-1), I love it, wouldn't take anything for it. It is one that has been around so long it has become 'FAMILY' status.