dude ur retarded shut the hell up u dont even know what the hell ur talkin about

thompson/center with a .357mag barrel. can shoot 38s. and a .22cal barrel.

Ron nailed it...but everyone is right....lol. :-)
If the revolvers feels good to you, you will shoot well with it. I would say however look into .357 magnum revolvers. You can shoot either .357mag rounds or .38spc. rounds so later on after you get some experience you can graduate to a bigger caliber without having to buy another gun.
I will also say that starting with a .22lr is the proper way to begin shooting however if this gun will be used for defensive reasons .38spc is where you should start...And don't forget to get some safety and defensive course under your belt as well....

Just some ideas:
http://www.taurususa.com/gun-selector-re…
http://www.taurususa.com/revolvers.cfm?

http://www.ruger.com/index.html?r=firear…

a 38 special would be great because it can be used as a target and training gun and also serve as a great self defense gun. most people advise to start with a .22 if you have never shot a gun before but you will eventually want to upgrade anyways. If you have a chance find someone that will let you shoot theirs so you are sure you are making a good decision for you. Smith & Wesson make great 38 specials if your interested

Is he gay he talks like he is.