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Read back through the thread. I think someone mentioned this on the first or second page? It's not very expensive, either.
Do you actually have any experience with snub nosed 9mm revolvers to add to the discussion or did you post just to complain and about small revolvers in general? And as far as the lower cost offerings go, there are folks who either can't afford or are unwilling to spend big money on a gun. If that's the case then they have to work with what's available in their price range even though it may not be what you or I would choose. Besides, it's clear that in spite of all the negative things you see and hear, there are far more happy buyers of products from the companies you mentioned than there are disappointed or they wouldn't still be in business.Have you taken a snubby revolver to the range and fired it? If not, you may wish to do so to see how well you do. They can be quite difficult to deal with under range conditions. You may want to rent a few small semi-autos in 9x19mm (the Kahr PM9, Kahr MK9, and SIG 938 come to mind). I recommend you shoot them and compare your shooting experiences with each gun. You may find that the snubby is the most difficult to shoot. If you're proficient and confident with them, then have at it.
Carrying spare ammunition for a small semi-auto is easier. Speedloaders and moon clips require some sort of protection for the bullet noses. Many guys just swap out the ammo when it becomes too cruddy from carry, but I prefer not to waste ammo like that. I use a loop of kydex wrapped around the loader or moonclip (.06" kydex from knifekits.com). Just push the loader through as you load and it will fall away. You'll need to practice reloading the gun since the procedure is error prone at speed.
Are the Taurus, Czechpoint, Chiappa and Charter Arms quality guns? You should do some research into the guns you are interested in. You may find complaints about common problems; are you prepared to deal with them? What sort of customer support is available from each company? This could be a big deal since wait times could be very long. I personally won't buy a gun from a company that does not have a great reputation for support unless I know how to work on the gun myself.
Have you taken a snubby revolver to the range and fired it? If not, you may wish to do so to see how well you do
Are the Taurus, Czechpoint, Chiappa and Charter Arms quality guns? You should do some research into the guns you are interested in.