Range report
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Seriously, there is certainly some sting but at no time was there any pain
First up was 6 rounds of .44 special, HSM 240 grain semi-wadcutter. I only shot 6 because this ammo is so smoky it catches the disapproving attention of every range officer in the county. The gun handled like a dream with this load, unremarkable recoil and quite accurate. Strangely, I cannot hit the side of a barn with this ammo in my 4" Anaconda, it just hates this ammo, the Smith digested it like a fine desert.
Next up was 12 rounds of Magtech .44 magnum 240 grain SJSP. Both flyers were from the first round in each case, caused by me jerking the trigger, it's a bad habit of mine, one I'm still working hard to gain control over. What I found was rounds 1-4 had plenty of recoil but not enough to register in my pain threshold awareness center (whatever the heck that is), the two last rounds were noticeable due to minor stinging in my hand web. I'd say a 50 count box of ammo would be rewarding, anything more could start become unpleasant.
I really hope the Pachmayer decelerator grip will take the slight sting out of the gun with full house loads, or maybe it would defer it to round 7, perfect for a 6 shot.
The gun has one of the best out of the box triggers I have felt in some time, very consistent, very smooth, crisp and clean break. I did not shoot the gun single action.
For what I bought this for which is woods carry, I cannot imagine being happier. The additional felt recoil is manageable and very much worth the tremendous weight savings, especially for a gun that I hope to carry much more than shoot.
I have to tell you guys, I'm really pumped on the new Smiths, the Governor and this 329PD are the two I have so far. There will be more in my future!
