Colt Anaconda 4”

Classic12 · December 22, 2020, 10:00 AM

I’ve wanted a Colt Anaconda for a long time, preferably 6” in .44 Mag. Although they are scarce here in Switzerland, I saw several throughout the years but always too expensive for my taste and budget, typically $ 2000.-

Finally found one end of last year for $ 1600.- from a private seller

A few weeks ago I saw an internet ad for a 4” at $ 1200. I was tempted but I resisted, telling myself I don’t need two Anacondas.

And then just a few days ago, while refreshing my browser, I saw the ad was still active. Oh well, life’s too short, so I made an offer and we concluded a deal at $ 1070.-

The gun arrived this morning

Both siblings together

Now I feel like I need an 8”. The madness never ends.

**Aguila Blanca** · December 22, 2020, 11:45 AM

Both very nice, but I love the proportions of the 4-inch model.

hub1home · December 22, 2020, 03:14 PM

Smart move on your part as far as I am concerned. I prefer the 6" but I would gladly take the 4" at the price you paid,

smee78 · December 22, 2020, 04:11 PM

A pair is usually better than a single. Looks like a nice set, congrats on the new additions.

burrhead · December 22, 2020, 05:38 PM

You have the coolest stuff. Really like the 4".

Classic12 · December 24, 2020, 11:55 AM

I took them to the 25 m indoor range this morning

The 4” kicks like a mule but shoots like a dream. The 6” feels tame in comparison

Coppershot · December 24, 2020, 01:13 PM

I bought the 4" in 45LC not too long after initial production. I think it was around 1993. I paid $800.00 which was the distributor price. I changed the grips to nice rosewood but retained the original grips (at least I think I did).

big al hunter · December 26, 2020, 11:07 PM

Very nice!!

I miss my Anaconda....had a 6" in 44 mag. Loved that gun. Someday I will get another one, but I won't sell it next time.

December 22, 2020, 10:00 AM	#1
Classic12 Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2020 Posts: 696	Colt Anaconda 4” I’ve wanted a Colt Anaconda for a long time, preferably 6” in .44 Mag. Although they are scarce here in Switzerland, I saw several throughout the years but always too expensive for my taste and budget, typically $ 2000.- Finally found one end of last year for $ 1600.- from a private seller A few weeks ago I saw an internet ad for a 4” at $ 1200. I was tempted but I resisted, telling myself I don’t need two Anacondas. And then just a few days ago, while refreshing my browser, I saw the ad was still active. Oh well, life’s too short, so I made an offer and we concluded a deal at $ 1070.- The gun arrived this morning Both siblings together Now I feel like I need an 8”. The madness never ends.

December 22, 2020, 11:45 AM	#2
Aguila Blanca Staff Join Date: September 25, 2008 Location: CONUS Posts: 18,473	Both very nice, but I love the proportions of the 4-inch model. __________________ NRA Life Member / Certified Instructor NRA Chief RSO / CMP RSO 1911 Certified Armorer Jeepaholic

December 22, 2020, 04:11 PM	#4
smee78 Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2,918	A pair is usually better than a single. Looks like a nice set, congrats on the new additions. __________________ We know exactly where one cow with Mad-cow-disease is located, among the millions and millions of cows in America, but we haven't got a clue where thousands of illegal immigrants and terrorists are

December 22, 2020, 05:38 PM	#5
burrhead Senior Member Join Date: July 6, 1999 Location: Chihuahuan desert, Texas Posts: 1,148	You have the coolest stuff. Really like the 4". __________________ Join the GOA, SAF and the TSRA I'm offended by people that are easily offended.

December 26, 2020, 11:07 PM	#8
big al hunter Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2011 Location: Washington state Posts: 1,558	Very nice!! I miss my Anaconda....had a 6" in 44 mag. Loved that gun. Someday I will get another one, but I won't sell it next time. __________________ You can't fix stupid....however ignorance can be cured through education!

December 22, 2020, 03:14 PM	#3
hub1home Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 2014 Posts: 182	Smart move on your part as far as I am concerned. I prefer the 6" but I would gladly take the 4" at the price you paid,

December 24, 2020, 11:55 AM	#6
Classic12 Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2020 Posts: 696	I took them to the 25 m indoor range this morning The 4” kicks like a mule but shoots like a dream. The 6” feels tame in comparison

December 24, 2020, 01:13 PM	#7
Coppershot Member Join Date: January 2, 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 94	I bought the 4" in 45LC not too long after initial production. I think it was around 1993. I paid $800.00 which was the distributor price. I changed the grips to nice rosewood but retained the original grips (at least I think I did).