I have the 444 ultralite, but I wouldnt hunt with it. The lightweight makes heavy loads kick the heck out of your hands. I wouldnt trust myself to take a good shot with a heavy load over 30 yards with it. Even that would be pushing it, it really jumps in your hands. I got it for black bear protection, close quarter type of stuff.
For hunting I would recommend something made out of steel, and that won't give you problems.
If you can make it point straight and still want it there are a few things to watch out for:
Cylinder alignment: Use a flashlight to see if its aligned, a problem I've seen in a couple.
Hammer spring base: It will jump out of the seat, and you will have to take the gun apart and reset it. I finally got mine crammed down hard enough so it wouldn't jump out.
Hammer pin: The pin which goes through the hammer can stick out one side and rub against the frame, a little sandpaper and steel wool can solve the problem.
Sight alignment: Mine is still off a bit, might have the get some custom work to realign them, even though they are adjustable.
If you want a small revolver for hunting, I would get a super redhawk 4", or a s&w 629 4"
