Tater, it's a solid caliber, but the question you're asking is like saying what's the big deal with the .308, as the 30-06 is popular (like the 44M). Just different shoes for different folks and the opportunity to have one
Now if you're debating the 357 vs 41, no contest, 41 hands down, JMHO.
Adam, ja, ich bin ein Jaeger, habe die Deutsche Jagdschein vor 15 Jahre gemacht -- machts gut, machts besser!! WH Dom.