I'm not too worried about recoil or blast really. The 7.5" is enjoyable, I just don't want a ton of muzzle flip. When I first started shooting my .357, I didn't like the muzzle flip. I kinda got used to it, and now that I've shot the .44, it isn't even there. The Tracker was just too short and too light I think. I found a 4-5/8" BH to try out. I think a 5.5" Bis would be sweet.