When on horseback I typically carry a short rifle. However, I've recently realizes that no time I have ever needed the rifle I couldn't have got what needed to get done just as well and more conveniently with a handgun. So now I'm in the market for a ranch handgun, which to me seems like it should mean big bore revolver. The Smith and Wesson 629 seems like it should fit the bill, but I have little experience shooting big bores and no experience carrying them. The full lug 6.5" model appears like it my be a bit big for daily carry, while the 4" sounds too short to me. That leaves me with the full lug 5" model and 6" half lug model. I think they both look great, so aesthetic preference can't come into play, and I'm therefore forced to make the choice based on some semblance of rational.
Can anybody tell me about the difference in portability, recoil/muzzle flip, muzzle blast, and balance? I'm not concerned about differences in velocity between the two lengths, and realize that neither is inherently more accurate (although, the longer sigh radius of the 6" can lend itself to better accuracy), so no need for anybody bring up those subjects.
Maybe I'll compromise and get a 5.5" Ruger Redhawk. I could live with that. Whole other debate there, though, and not one intend to press a discussion on.
Thanks for any info guys.
Can anybody tell me about the difference in portability, recoil/muzzle flip, muzzle blast, and balance? I'm not concerned about differences in velocity between the two lengths, and realize that neither is inherently more accurate (although, the longer sigh radius of the 6" can lend itself to better accuracy), so no need for anybody bring up those subjects.
Maybe I'll compromise and get a 5.5" Ruger Redhawk. I could live with that. Whole other debate there, though, and not one intend to press a discussion on.
Thanks for any info guys.