At the risk of sounding flippant (and I do not intend to do so) it depends on how much the gun weighs. Not all O frame 16s are "light" and not all 1 frame guns are heavy. If the guns are unaltered, they are generally well balanced and carry well. I have 2 1 frames that weigh just north of 6 lbs. and two 0 frames that are nearly the same weight. My DH 16 built on a 1 frame has 26 inch barrels, and it carries in one hand really well (it's one of my go-to grouse guns). It's a little bit heavier than the others, but is nicely balanced and quick to mount.
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