The short answer

Here is how the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision compare. The Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision is the more affordable option, starting at $1358.99 versus $1369.99. On the spec sheet, the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision carries more rounds (6 rounds vs 5 rounds) and the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision is lighter (58.88 oz vs 72.5 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 S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision?

They differ mainly in caliber (.44 Magnum vs .500 S&W), model (Anaconda vs SW500), capacity (6 rounds vs 5 rounds) and barrel length (8" vs 8.4").

Which is cheaper, the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision or the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision?

The Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $1358.99 compared with $1369.99 for the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - 8" Stainless Steel Precision or the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision?