The short answer

The Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision and the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery 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 $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 S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery is lighter (31.7 oz vs 49.5 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision and the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

They differ mainly in caliber (.44 Magnum vs 9mm), model (629 vs 986), capacity (6 rounds vs 7 rounds) and barrel length (6.5" vs 2.5").

Which is cheaper, the Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision or the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

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 $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 Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision 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 Smith & Wesson 629 Classic .44 Magnum Revolver - Satin Steel Precision.