The short answer

The Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision and the S&W 460 XVR .460 Magnum Revolver - Compact Powerhouse Edition are both single/double action revolvers. The Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision is the more affordable option, starting at $900.99 versus $1799.99. On the spec sheet, the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision carries more rounds (6 rounds vs 5 rounds) and the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision is lighter (49.5 oz vs 59.5 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision and the S&W 460 XVR .460 Magnum Revolver - Compact Powerhouse Edition?

They differ mainly in caliber (.44 Magnum vs .460 S&W Magnum), capacity (6 rounds vs 5 rounds), barrel length (6.5" vs 3.5") and overall length (12" vs 10").

Which is cheaper, the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision or the S&W 460 XVR .460 Magnum Revolver - Compact Powerhouse Edition?

The Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $900.99 compared with $1799.99 for the S&W 460 XVR .460 Magnum Revolver - Compact Powerhouse Edition. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision or the S&W 460 XVR .460 Magnum Revolver - Compact Powerhouse Edition?

The Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision has the higher magazine capacity at 6 rounds, versus 5 rounds for the S&W 460 XVR .460 Magnum Revolver - Compact Powerhouse Edition.