My S&W J-frames don’t have bobbed hammers. They shoot well, and I’m fine shooting 357 loads out of them. I’m also fine with the 38 special as a self defense load...but I prefer BB’s low power 357 - 158 grain JHP going 1100 fps out of a 2” barrel.
Many of us carry for SELF DEFENSE. Not for law enforcement, and many of us don’t go to places inhabited by gangs. In 40 years, I’ve pulled a gun in self defense ONCE.
Not interested in being judged by someone who thinks a 10mm Glock is needed. George Adamson used to go after man eating lions with a double barrel rifle. His advice was to wait until 10 yards...and don’t miss. There is something to be said for knowing you need to make your shots count!
Do what you wish, but maybe, just maybe, it is OK for adults to make their own risk assessment. AND to choose how to handle it.
I have said all I intend to say about revolvers vs semi-autos and I stand by every word.