I'm retri specced, but usually pulls 4 mobs 3-4 lvls higher than myself and due to the constant replenish proc (full mana all the time = lots of consecration), imp. retri aura and shield spikes + ofcourse the heirloom 1H Venerable Dal'Rend's Sacred Charge, I'm able to easy down a pack instead of just one - and who wouldn't enjoy the power of a retri paladin, and at the same time deal massive AoE damage?
Many people will say "use 2H with retri", and yes, if you go for the 2H specialization, or else swap it out with improved retri aura as I did.
I've tried both using 2H with the 2H spec ofcourse, but found out the other one to be better with leveling - for my sake.
This is just a hint to other paladins, you should try it. :-)
No reason to flame or hate, this is a question about playstyle.