I went thru asking myself similiar questions about the 329 and ended up with another 629 (dash 4) Classic 5" instead. Yep, it's heavy! I shoot 285 WFNGC hardcasts @ 1230 fps and recovery time is pretty quick. The right belt REALLY helps ---- I use wide layered nylon with a hard plastic insert between the layers.

PS Since I now have to think about Griz out here on the prairie in addition to in The Bob Marshall, I've taken to wearing a 4 5/8" Ruger in 44 Special around the farm. it weighs 41 oz. and shoots a 250 grain WFNGC Hardcast @ 1050 fps. Just another option.