For those who follow my work, you know that my normal sidearm has always been a .357 magnum. However, after a recent close encounter with a very large hog (estimated 500 pounder...and I have pics of him) that frequents one of my regular photography locations, I have decided to go to the 44 mag. camp. I now have the big brother to my favorite .357 mag (S&W 327 pd). I now have a S&W 329 PD scandium framed 44 mag., and an appointment to have my brains examined.
Seriously though, I had fired this firearm several times before buying one. It's manageable with full-blown 44 mag rounds, and easy with 44 specials. The light weight is a key thing for me due to the amount of gear I have to carry. This is definitely a "special purpose" item for my photography outings. I regularly encounter large gators and hogs. Not saying the .357 can't handle it, but this one should be a better solution for the really big ones. It'll be loaded with 250gr Doubletaps in the field. Not for the meek, that's for sure.
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