The short answer

Here is how the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision and the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless compare. The S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless is the more affordable option, starting at $749.99 versus $1358.99. On the spec sheet, the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless is lighter (36.9 oz vs 58.88 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision and the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless?

They differ mainly in caliber (.44 Magnum vs .357 Magnum), model (Anaconda vs 66), barrel length (8" vs 4") and overall length (15" vs 9.6").

Which is cheaper, the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision or the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless?

The S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $749.99 compared with $1358.99 for the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Are the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision and the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless the same caliber?

No. The Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision is .44 Magnum and the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum Gen 1 - .357 Revolver Matte Stainless is .357 Magnum.