I have both the original Colt Anaconda and several S&W’s. I have a performance Center 629 and a 29-2 pre 82 with a pinned barrel and recessed cylinder. I love the Performance Center 629 from a fit/finish/trigger feel. If I were to look at getting a 44 and would weigh heavily on the fact that it will be passed down the family line, I’d get a pre lock model 29 in the barrel length you love. I lean 4”.
