The short answer

Here is how the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision and the Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver compare. The Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver is the more affordable option, starting at $999.99 versus $1358.99. On the spec sheet, the Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver is lighter (46.9 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 Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver?

They differ mainly in caliber (.44 Magnum vs .357 Magnum), model (Anaconda vs 27), barrel length (8" vs 6.5") and overall length (15" vs 12").

Which is cheaper, the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision or the Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver?

The Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $999.99 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 Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver the same caliber?

No. The Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision is .44 Magnum and the Smith & Wesson Heritage 27: .357 Magnum Elegance & Precision Revolver is .357 Magnum.