NRA Gun Of The Week: Colt's Anaconda

by
posted on July 16, 2021
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **

The Anaconda revolver is a re-launch of one of the most legendary offerings in Colt’s “Snake Gun” lineup. Colt’s first models of the .44 Magnum-chambered Anaconda hit the market in 1990, ending after a short production run in 2003. Now, following the re-launch of the .357 Mag. Python, the Colt Anaconda is back and better than ever before.

gun revolver silver stainless steel black grips text on image noting make and model Colt Anaconda


Colt’s Anaconda is made from stainless steel and outfitted with recoil-absorbing Hogue rubber grips. The large-frame revolver is available with either a 6” or 8” barrel, which is topped by the classic ventilated rib. A full-length lug supports the gun’s barrel to the muzzle where a target-style crown is provided for enhanced accuracy and recoil mitigation.

cylinder holes gun parts revolver stainless steel silver black


There are a number of differences between the first-generation line of Anacondas and this revised version. The most important change is one you can’t see, but it’s certainly noticeable. The incorporation of Colt’s Linear Leaf Spring Action produces one of the smoothest, most consistent double-action trigger pulls on the market, and the single-action pull is crisp, clean and short. Additionally, the trigger guard has been enlarged slightly to account for gloved hands, perfect for brisk mornings on a fall hunt.

silver stainless metal parts black gun sights revolver


On the top strap is an adjustable rear sight with a post front with red insert. In addition, the DA/SA revolver is drilled and tapped for optic mounts, which combined with Colt’s Linear Leaf Spring Action for a smooth and consistent double- and single-action trigger pull, Colt’s Anaconda chambered in .44 Mag, makes this a great option for handgun hunters.

man hat gun earmuffs glasses silver pistol revolver shooting black shirt


Watch our NRA Gun of the Week video above to learn more about Colt’s Anaconda revolver.

Colt’s Anaconda Specifications
Manufacturer: Colt's Manufacturing Co., LLC
Action Type: double-action, centerfire revolver
Chambering: .44 Mag.
Frame: stainless steel
Barrel: 6" stainless steel
Cylinder: six-round capacity
Trigger: double-action/single-action
Sights: adjustable square notch rear, fixed red-post front
Stocks: Hogue rubber
Length: 13"
Weight: 56 ozs.
MSRP: $1,499

Latest

Daniel Defense H9
Daniel Defense H9

Review: Daniel Defense H9

Is the third time the charm? Daniel Defense has introduced a third version of the Hudson H9 pistol. Smaller, lighter and less radical, it could be “the one.”

Supreme Plus: Ranger Point Precision & Line49 Rifle Henry LASR Conversions

A new collaboration between modern lever-action specialists Ranger Point Precision and Line49 Rifle transforms Henry’s groundbreaking Lever Action Supreme Rifle.

The Armed Citizen® June 15, 2026

Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

NRA Launches "ARC Across America" National Challenge

The National Rifle Association is inviting Americans, coast-to-coast, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States—and the freedom for which it stands—by exercising their rights by participating in the "ARC Across America" National Challenge.

New for 2026: Sightmark Strikon Prism Optics

Sightmark now offers two different prismatic optics for carbines and shotguns.

Q&A: Getting the Lead Out of Revolver Cylinders & Barrels

One American Rifleman reader wrote in, asking how to clean lead build-up out of his Colt revolver and also prevent lead from building up with his cast bullets.

Interests



Get the best of American Rifleman delivered to your inbox.