That's a beauty. If your wanting Bear loads the Ruger is the way to go anyhow. I think they are stronger than the Smiths.
I have a couple Single Action Rugers in 44 which I always carried hunting. Usually for signaling when I became lost which was frequently. But for bear if needed.
When they legalized hand gun hunting here I entertained the idea of using the 44 if the right shot presented itself but I never could leave the rifle behind.
I carried a 1911 when I bow hunted. Wasn't exactly legal but since I carry it daily and don't consider it a hunting hand gun I thought it was good for two leg varmints if necessary.
In Memory of Paul "Dietrich" Stines.
Dad: Say something nice to your cousin Shirley
Dietrich: For a fat girl you sure don't sweat much.
Cue sound of Head slap.
RIP Muggsy & TMan
"If you are a warrior legally authorized to carry a weapon and you step outside without that weapon, then you become a sheep, pretending that JOCKO will not come today."