The short answer

The Taurus Model 65 Gen 1 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish and the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery are both single/double action revolvers. The Taurus Model 65 Gen 1 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish is the more affordable option, starting at $449.99 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 38 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Taurus Model 65 Gen 1 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish and the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

They differ mainly in caliber (.357 Magnum vs 9mm), model (65 Standard vs 986), capacity (6 rounds vs 7 rounds) and barrel length (4" vs 2.5").

Which is cheaper, the Taurus Model 65 Gen 1 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish or the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?

The Taurus Model 65 Gen 1 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $449.99 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 Taurus Model 65 Gen 1 .357 Magnum Revolver - Matte Stainless Steel Finish or the S&W 986 PC 9MM Revolver - Precision-Engineered Stainless Mastery?