My -4 is used for Bear protection on hunting, fishing and horse packing trips. Unless I'm carrying a rifle, this Classic is either on my hip or by my pillow.
I load hardcast, 285 grain bullets over max charges of H110 for 1235 fps. Very accurate. It's carried in a leather Safariland strong-side holster.
I've had a 29 and two 629s since 1976 ---- they have all served me well.