I had the veritable S&W Mod 29 (Dirty Harry's gun) with 6 inch barrel and Pachmyer grips and found it to be the most accurate and comfortable revolver I'd ever owned. Haven't tried the Taurus.
The Mod 29 was far superior to the Ruger SP-101 .357 snubby, which didn't get enough muzzle velocity to mushroom hollowpoints and left the palm aching after target practice.
The S&W was mainly for going out in the woods as open carry.
Try carrying the 29 in your pocket for a day and then tell me which one is superior.