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S&W 629 - fluted or non fluted cylinder?
Johnnyuho
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I'm looking to purchase a S&W model 629 44 mag 4" barrel for a back up pistol when I go bear hunting. I will be using hot magnum loads with 300 grain bullets. 2 questions: The mountain gun vs. the classic? Is there any benefit to a fluted cylinder to a non fluted cylinder?
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That means a hair less carry weight, a hair MORE recoil/flip, and a hair less rotational inertia in turning the cylinder.
Is this really a big difference? No. I think any of them could work for your role.
On "Mountain" vs "Classic", I think the Mountain is pre-drilled and tapped for a scope mount, and has all black sights. The "Classic" has white outline rear and red insert front.
The Mountain also has a tapered barrel making it about two ounces lighter than the classic and slightly changing the balance.
If you're going for a defensive/backup gun, I'd say all else being equal lighter is better.
Personally, I like the colored front sight and a white -outline rear sight, but you can always add those things later. Painting your front sight red (or orange/yellow/whatever) is particularly easy with a bit of nail polish or other enamel paint.