I find the recoil to be LESS than that of the .38 +P out of my S&W J-frame. Once mine gets back from Ruger (and don't even get me STARTED on why they didn't do quality control and get them right the first time!!!!) it will be a very good addition for everyday carry.
Great gun, once they get the whole "oh, the cylinder is the wrong size so yes, the .327 Federal bulges like somebody who ate 20 pounds of Dunkin' Donuts, but we're sending you a new one and we promise it will work" thing done, I'm looking forward to a terrific carry piece and a great shooter.
Jan