While the .45 Colt is my favorite cartridge, the .44 Special holds a dear spot in my heart. Granted, the .45 Colt has more history and versatility with handloads, but the .44 Special is perfect for about 90% of any daily task.
Is a revolver a good first gun? - Quora
The .44 Special Ain't So Special? - American Handgunner
45 or .44? by Benjamin Nicholson
The Charming .44 Special - American Handgunner
Charter Arms Bulldog 44 Special 2.5in Stainless Revolver - 5
Smith & Wesson 629 Double-Action Revolver
Charter Arms Bulldog 44 Special Revolver 2.5 and 3 Inch Leather OWB Holster
Weihrauch Bounty Hunter - EAA Corp.
Tested: Cimarron Firearms Bad Boy .44-Mag. Revolver