Get a Smith & Wesson 629 Classic with a 5" full
lug barrel. Easily identified by the marking's
on the right side of the barrel. The 5" barrel
will give you a lil' mo horsepower (fps).
IMHO. the Mountain Gun at 39oz. is just the ticket. I would recommend getting it in .44MAG as you can practice with .44SPL and then carry it in .44MAG. It size, power and accuracy make it ideal for your application as that's what it was designed for. You can also use it for a glove nox gun and a nightstand piece. Best....dewey