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Originally Posted by iPac
I use mine exactly for what you're thinking of, mountain/hiking/camping carry. You can't beat the 3" barrel on an N frame for when you want 44mag power at hand while hiking for miles.
Congrats on the -1. Mine is a -2E. I really like the "half" lug, fluted cylinder, and front sights of the -1 production run. However, I still think I would rather have the 103650 production run with all the "enhancement" upgrades for longer durability. However, the unfluted cylinder and full lugs adds some extra weight. I guess that's when a good holster comes in play.
I need to get some 44spl cases and start loading them that way I can enjoy shooting mine more often. I rarely take it to the range anymore because frankly it's too powerful just shooting magnums, and it's not really a "range" gun. So I think loading some 44spl will allow me to enjoy it as a range gun from time to time. Will have to keep an eye out for someone giving away or selling some 44spl brass.
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When I shot a few .44 Magums with mine I knew right away the factory Pachmyer grip had to go.
Get you the S&W 500 grips as they go right on and make a world of difference when shooting!
Yeah not as good looking as fine finished wood but they absorb the kick. The picture I posted shows those grips.
After you have handled/carried the short stocky Ruger Alaskan,the 629 isn't that bad.