The short answer

The Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver - Powerhouse Precision are both single/double action revolvers. The Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish is the more affordable option, starting at $474.94 versus $1375.99. On the spec sheet, the Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish carries more rounds (6 rounds vs 5 rounds) and the Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish is lighter (38 oz vs 72.5 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver - Powerhouse Precision?

They differ mainly in caliber (.357 Magnum vs .500 S&W Magnum), model (65 Standard vs SW500), capacity (6 rounds vs 5 rounds) and barrel length (4" vs 8.4").

Which is cheaper, the Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish or the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver - Powerhouse Precision?

The Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $474.94 compared with $1375.99 for the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver - Powerhouse Precision. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish or the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver - Powerhouse Precision?

The Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish has the higher magazine capacity at 6 rounds, versus 5 rounds for the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver - Powerhouse Precision.