The epitome of quality is definitely the Freedom Arms SA revolver; strong as a tank with the precision of a swiss watch....for target and hunting that would be my choice.
For bear defence carry a DA is my choice, more precisely the Ruger SRH which is as strong as a tank with the precision or a Timex or Casio

but it will take everything I throw at it and keep wanting more.
The S&W X-frame is just too big to be practical for wild animal carry IMO. I have no opinion on the Taurus since I have no experience with one.