From looks alone which one of these 1960s era revolvers do you prefer? (Colt vs S&W)

[Emptymag]

They look nearly identical in every way other than the barrel lug.

I like the way the Colt looks better in that regard.

[McSull]

The barrel on the colt looks better, but everything else is more visually pleasing on the smith.

This is the correct answer

[JustinR]

My eye pulled to the Smith immediately, but the full lug on the Colt is nicer.

Overall, the Smith - but would look much better as a full lug gun.

[Orive 8]

Looks alone = the Colt

[QuackXP]

Can I get the Colt gun with the S&W color/patina grips?

no?

Colt Python

[Joe from Media]

I've always been a S&W fan due to overall looks. Never cared for the Colt downward curve of the body just over the trigger. Also Colt's "fussy" cylinder release. Overall, a S&W revolver seems more aggressive looking, in part due to the shape of the trigger guard. I own a S&W 686 and a 617 (both have full lugs). Also a model 41 semi-auto.

[Seabee CO]

I will always vote for the Colt Python any day of the week and twice on Sundays!

[MarkS20]

Two fine firearms! The Smith & Wesson wins for me but only because of the grip styling, the non-checkered bottom 1/4 inch creates some more interest before the grip ends. If the Colt had that then it would be a toss up for me.

[bamboomaster]

The Colt particularly shines when cocking the hammer for a single action shot. And almost feels what the hammer is it connected to anything at all. It also has a much smoother double action pull than the Smith and Wesson but for single action shots they’re right on par with each other.

Yes, but I'm wondering about this: why is S&W stock trading around $5-6 per share?

https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/?symbol=AOBC&qsearchterm=

American Outdoor Brands appears to own S&W....

[Saltydog]

I really like both of them. Someday i will own them both!!