When I was a young guy,(a very long time ago), I didn't have a second thought about carrying my 686, 4" barrel, almost everywhere I went, whether hunting, fishing or wherever. I didn't even have a decent belt to hang a holster on. Now, I carry my IWB shield on a nice stiff belt and it feels like a chunk of lead after a few hours. I can't imagine carrying a big ole Colt or N frame Smith for more than a couple of hours at at time. That was when I was young and very active and carried the 686.
I thought it would take longer than it did, to get this old and decrepit. I have to wear memory foam in my shoes just to remember how to get back home.
Have a blessed day, Leon