Colt Anaconda > General Firearm Discussion

Posted: 10/11/2004 7:39:46 PM EDT

At a gunshow this weekend I was looking at a Colt Anaconda in 44 Mag. I've allways thought that the Anaconda was a good looking gun, but have never shot one. Anyone have one or have any advice? I'm looking in to getting one of these around christmas possibly.

Posted: 10/11/2004 8:27:28 PM EDT

[#1]

I fired one with a nice, full rubber grip... I found it surprisingly controllable...

High potential for hunting purposes, but I certainly wouldn't consider it a plinker

- BG

Posted: 10/11/2004 10:07:01 PM EDT

[#2]

I have one, 6inch ported. With the full lug it's a little heavy but adds to recoil control along with the ports. Recoil is not bad but not something I would want to shoot too often.

Posted: 10/12/2004 2:19:38 AM EDT

[#3]

Nice six gun. If you can get one for a reasonable price I would do it as they are getting harder to find. I feel they are stronger than my S&W 629.

Posted: 10/12/2004 4:56:07 PM EDT

[#4]

Usually very accurate. And of course, you can always shoot .44spl in it too.

What length barrel are you looking at?

Posted: 10/12/2004 7:28:30 PM EDT

[#5]

I think the one that I was looking at had a 4" barrell on it, but really any length that I can find at a good price would be allright.

Posted: 10/12/2004 7:42:50 PM EDT

[#6]

I have one with an 8in barrel ported. The fire really flies when shooting in the dark. It's my pride and joy.

Posted: 10/13/2004 3:35:05 PM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:
I think the one that I was looking at had a 4" barrell on it, but really any length that I can find at a good price would be allright.

To me, the 4" barrel is the better size. I've owned long barrels & they're accurate but don't balance too well, IMO. The long barrels would also be difficult for a house gun too, IMO.

Posted: 10/15/2004 7:42:00 PM EDT

[#8]

I used to have a Colt Annaconda 8 inch bbl. with the high polished stainless steel finish. Definately looked like something Hawk would carry from Spencer for Hire. I sold it because I'm not much of a .44 fan.

Posted: 10/16/2004 6:35:22 PM EDT

[#9]

FWIW, I saw only one Anaconda in .44mag at the funshow today. I didn't catch the price.

Posted: 10/16/2004 10:33:30 PM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
I fired one with a nice, full rubber grip... I found it surprisingly controllable...

High potential for hunting purposes, but I certainly wouldn't consider it a plinker

- BG

For plinking loads try 10 grains of Alliant Unique powder with a 240g. bullet. Enough to give a cheap thrill bit not enough to rattle your brains.

Posted: 10/29/2004 3:07:50 PM EDT

[#11]

I've been looking for one with the 4" or 6" barrel... what's the going price on these? Anyone know where I can pick one up?

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