Ordered a S&W 629 with 6 inch barrel today from my local range/dealer. Fair price and some free range time. Also spent some time with number 1 son blasting some 45 down range, while reviewing small arms safety and procedures. New pistol may arrive friday.

Should make a nice 44 for you. I hear lots of good comments about new production 629s but I do not have one myself. Let us know how it works out.