I like S&W's. I could care less if there's a lock on it or not. I probably shoot the L and J frames the most. I had a I-frame in 32 long, but I'm afraid it's been lifted - that was my wife's favorite pistol. I have my 629 in my pickup and I'm hoping to use the 629 on whitetail this year. I think a 69 would be a perfect revolver for hunting and hiking.