I didn't know if mine would get shot all that much when I got my first 44 mag a year and a half ago (6 1/2" 629-6) Looking at my shooting log I see it's gone with me on over 30 range trips. It might be only 20 or 30 rounds, but I do shoot it frequently. I don't reload, so the ammo cost is the main reason I don't bring more rounds. Just added the Mdl 69 4", so my meager ammo supply is in jeopardy. Still dreaming of a 29-2 or maybe a new 5". I made it through 60 years without one too, now I'm wondering how.