The short answer

The Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver and the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery are both single/double action revolvers. The Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver is the more affordable option, starting at $847.49 versus $999.99. On the spec sheet, the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery carries more rounds (7 rounds vs 6 rounds) and the Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver is lighter (26 oz vs 31.7 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver and the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

They differ mainly in caliber (.357 Magnum vs 9mm), model (King Cobra vs 986), capacity (6 rounds vs 7 rounds) and barrel length (2" vs 2.5").

Which is cheaper, the Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver or the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

The Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $847.49 compared with $999.99 for the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver or the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

The S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery has the higher magazine capacity at 7 rounds, versus 6 rounds for the Colt King Cobra Carry Gen2: Compact .357 Magnum Stainless Revolver.