I didn't know that I needed a 696, but if one presented itself at that price.....I would have a very similar thread going....That was a very good deal on a sharp looking Smith.
I own several 41 mags and considered them to be a 'lost' or 'cult' calibers, right along with the 10mm and 357 Sig. If you reload, you will be just fine...otherwise find a friend who reloads and get him to walk you through it a few times until you feel comfortable.
Good luck with the new toy
