[Marobe]

Haven't owned a Charter Arms 44 but did carry their 38 snub nose as a backup piece...very nice weapon. A 44 would be fine for in close as 90% of confrontations will be within 20- 30 feet. Grab it !

[Eric in the Ozarks]

Price wasn't mentioned, but if its $300 or less and 90 percent good condition, I'd buy it. It would be nice if it were unregistered (never been re-sold through a gun store).
In the house ? Use a shotgun. My favorite is the A-5 Browning.

[Axelsrd]

I am thinking of buying a .40 cal. Any one have any thoughts on the .40???