I think I'll wait on a .357 variant. The original Cobra had numerous options/variations; will we see these or similar guns coming? Caliber: .357 Magnum, .38 Spl, .38 Spl +P. The real next question about this gun: When do we get the New Model Diamondback? Additionally the reason their triger pulls are all over the map is no one left at Colt has any in-depth revolver tuning knowledge. Colt's 357 Magnum Concealed Carry Revolver Returns. After steel, I will never go back to aluminum, as I like the weight. The Hogue OverMolded grips were nicely adorned with the Colt emblem embossed on each side of them. Not meant to disparage, but to point out that the downgrade Troopr looks a lot nicer than the new Cobra. Most of Colts Institutional Memory is long gone through either retirement or lay-offs. I have had the cylinder on a J-frame bind after two or three cylinders. As a wheelgun fan, Im also very interested in an indepth hands on review of the Korth offerings from Nighthawk. They should have been making the Magnum Carry, Detective Special, and the Cobra (light weight) right along. After WWII, the quality of American gunmaking took the first big step down, with Remington leading the way, and Winchester following them down the chute into the crapper. Ive got a Tracker .44 that has the smoothest trigger Ive ever felt on a revolver, and Ive shot a Manurhin. It was marketed as, and was, a PREMIUM revolver. And it's not just for defense against four-legged attackers. Excellent suggestion.
New Colt Python 3-inch .357 Magnum: Review - Handguns Trigger pull is rated from the factory between 7- and 9-pounds in double-action, and 3- to 4-pounds in single-action. That was the shortest part of the article and didnt seem to be central at all. However it is not cheap to refinish my original Detective Special in the royal blue bluing was $600 and they had to fix a small problem in the spring. The original DetSpecs in stainless were a bead-blasted finish, very similar to this Cobra. The blued DSs were pretty nice, but not the Royal Blue of the Python. Currently there are NO Colts on the roster here, but it is not too difficult to qualify a revolver. This is Colts attempt to produce a competitive product that the average Joe can purchase without taking out a long term loan. You really shouldnt have built these pistols if you actually hope to stay in the gun industry without total failure. These have the same general size of frame and the same size cylinder as the older small frame models. the blued versions werent especially great. To purchase on GunsAmerica.com, click this link: https://www.gunsamerica.com/Search.aspx?Keyword=Colt%20cobra. Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC A few. Upon first sight I actually thought it was a photo from the Charter Arms booth. They were distinguishable and worked well. Hoping this is the start of the return of the Colt snake guns to the market. Need Help?service@guns.comCall (866)582-4867, PO Box 1131 13800 Nicollet Blvd Burnsville, MN 55337 2023Guns.com. But if you criticize the company for its perceived poor communication skills, perhaps you should sweep off your own porch before commenting on anothers mess., Im disabled combat veteran that was blinded in Afghanistan by an IED I use voice text and I cant check my spelling very well or my sentence structure and I live in Florida so I think I know about the people in Miami a little bit better than you. THE GOOD: Easy to shoot and completely reliable. My 1974 Cobra is my usual carry. Call it the 1917 Combat or Marine model. The way Ive heard it, there are two easily defined camps: Sig people and Glock people; every manufacturer and their mother is trying to be the next Glock, but the Sig people have far fewer options. I bought a Colt Cobra back in 1965 when I heard I was going to `nam. Firearms dont get much more iconic than John Moses Brownings legendary Auto-5 semi-auto shotgun, affectionately called the Humpback for its distinctive drop at the rear of the receiver. I just might buy another, just for old time sake. As close to time travel as you could find in Faulkner County. There was a huge difference. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). And they still turn out excellent Gold Cup 1911s. Not hardly. Q. Youd have to go back to the pre-Depression double guns of Parker, Fox, et al, and some custom-orders from Winchesters custom shop prior to WWII. Same for my little S&W mod 60 38 five shot. I think Colt, like Ruger to a certain extent, has the potential to carve out a great big place in the market if they double down on good steel. Problem 1 (after one month of ownership) = Broken firing pin (sent to colt, one month to be returned) Problem 2 (after one more month) = Broken hammer exactly like sikov's (sent to colt, one month to return) An astute study of the new Cobras internals reveals several Metal Injection Molded (MIM) parts, including the hammer and trigger. Also, 2 of her 5 shots were in non-lethal areas. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. However, it likely SAVED HER LIFE, regardless of how ideal the weapon and ammunition were for self-defense. Keep up the good work. GRIN. Truly a local historical site, and missed by all who knew it. Think they wasted a lot of effort on a gun that probably wont sell good. Items you may find in this auction include 500 firearms to include modern & collectible rifles, shotguns, muzzle loaders, revolvers and pistols. Good review. Sadly, its passed into history, but Ill never forget the smell of fresh peanuts roasting or the coal-fired potbelly stove in the center of the lower showroom and the classic mini-tiled entryway and doors. From the moment I found out that the Colt Cobra would be reintroduced and that there would be updates and changes made, I had a few questions running around in my head. 3 Revolvers are Pure Sex. Hell, TAURUSs stainless looks better than that. Every one I have found was nothing like a Python. Just thinking! She fired five times and I seem to think that she hit him five times before he decided hed had enough and left the house. Just be glad that another 1911, Glock or AR hasnt been created. The other snake revolvers had OK-to-nice finishes, but they were not the Royal Blue of the Python. But what were seeing today is that when a new shooter goes to a gun shop and selects a small-frame revolver thats lightweight and chambered in .357, they might buy a box of ammo and take it to the range once and lose their taste for it after just a few rounds. Guns.com writer Kristin Alberts took a Cobra for a test drive, discovering the Cobras trigger broke at 3.6-pounds in single, and a hair over 7-pounds in double-action. That's on purpose, as it is not proofed for the higher .357 Magnum pressures. I predict we will see lots of variations soon from Colt and I am excited for where Colt is finally going. We simply have not had a large selection of revolvers to choose from when it comes to full size revolvers. Muzzle jump and flip, commonly associated with small revolvers, is nonexistent on the Cobra. If we see the type of success with this model that we hope to see, it will be an easy transition for us to expand on the theme and develop additional models that will appeal to other customers. Will wood grips for previous Colt models fit? With its small frame, 2-inch barrel, an unloaded weight of 25-ounces, it makes for an ideal carry or backup gun. In comparison a competitor in the Taurus 38, the Taurus grips resulted in no hand pain at all. Demand was so strong upon its release, the Cobra was often difficult to find. Are you guys at GUNSAMERICA interested in pictures of a Colt Cobra NRA special edition that has not been released to public?? You guys are slipping. The Ruger SP101 was made for a concealment purpose a little brother to the GP100. The Detective Special I carry is probably only an 85% finish gun; thats why I carry it. Is there any word on when these will be released? It doesnt make sense to market a gun for concealed carry but take the time, effort, and money to put a beautiful, but delicate finish on it. I can shoot my K. Cobra much better & am hoping the new Cobra is a good compromise & hoping them to upgrade it. Smith & Wesson Model 586: Reviewing A .357 Revolver With Class. A. According to internet forums and YouTube personalities like Hikock 45, the new Colt Python has issues causing malfunctions. To me it sounds like Colt just released the Mustang II of the gun world. Took a chance on it, because I love the balance and handling. Colt CAN make high end firearms, their latest 45/70 custom Gatling gun and BAR 3006 semi auto version are works of art. I spoke with customer service rep at Colt. I havent found a stainless version of the old Detective Special. Some of the new features introduced with the new breed of snake revolvers from Colt include user replaceable front sights, a thicker top strap that is drilled and tapped for mounting a scope rail, and new adjustable rear sights. Retain the allure of the Python by offering only a limited run every year. The double/single-action Cobra is the baby in Colts wheelgun lineup. Everything Ive read elsewhere indicates it is closer to the Colt Detective Special, steel frame and substantially heavier. Otherwise well proportioned revolver. Even adjusting for age, the finish on the New Cobras (as described in the review) would be better than the Old Cobras (even adjusted for age/wear) I have seen. Colt 1911 Combat Commander Series 70 Steel Frame c. 9MM LUGER 1911 COMMANDER COLT COMBAT SEMI AUTO PISTOL LIKE NEW IN BOX G PETERS 1500-6. Too bad you will be under-armed in a life or death gun fight with a .38.
NEW Colt Python: WHY IT'S A "NO-GO" - YouTube I have an original Cobra and it is a sweet handling revolver. November 9, 2022.new colt python 2022 3 inch for sale, in stock, buy now, still available. Making the parts on CNC, EDM or MIM machines does, however, more than suffice in a S&W or Ruger. The second version was produced from 1972 to 1981 and can be identified by its shrouded ejector rod. That .357 Magnum, 4-inch barreled gun served as my introduction into shooting IPSC in the late 1970s. I did notice some of the black paint stripped off just outside and near the cylinder but on the left side of the body, along an edge, very slightly noticeable, after one month, and only using it at a range once, which I thought would have occurred one year into it. Not true, the Cobra target is a 357 magnum revolver. Jim crewhead05 Your email address will not be published. Barrel Length: 3 in. Big deal. The cylinder release is still old-school original; it is pulled rearward to unlock the cylinder. Why are Colt Pythons so Expensive? Will you give an in-depth review of the Nighthawk, please? Colts double action / single action system has been perfected over the years and this trigger benefits from their experience. I have only one Comment. But I suppose there would be a much bigger market for .38 (and .357). I waited almost an hour to shoot it and when it was my turn to shoot I got handed the revolver and I loaded it went to take my first shot and the cylinder stuck in between Chambers and locked up and even the cult Smiths that were there couldnt figure out what happened so they just put it away. Reminds of the giant software companies and their vaporware products. A well place bullet (even a pellet gun) will kill you if the round finds vitals. The IWI Galil ACE Full Review, US Responds to Russians After Shooting Down Syrian Fighter Jet: We will not hesitate to defend ourselves. HORSESHIT Colt mislead you with their verbage. It is my choice for EDC for my own unique needs. Lower the cylinder release a bit. Please dont tell me this is what you think people want. And in the event you got a Friday or Monday gun, you better hope it was purchased from Davidson's, or any other outfit that offers a replacement warranty. Absolutely; hands down winner. Revolvers, Once I learned where the sights needed to be pointed to deliver the shot where I wanted it to be, it was dead on. I have not seen the new Cobra. Six shots at 7 yards in double-action. Quick and powerful, it every bit lives up to its namesake. Sweet little pistol, for sure! Buy a Smith & Wesson. This trigger is worthy of the name Colt, and honestly, it is every bit as good as that of the last Python I shot. The Colt Cobra holds six rounds of .38 Special ammunition, despite its compact dimensions. Never gonna happen, Colt left most of the Python tooling in the old Colt building in the area where US Patent/US Firearms was making their SAAs. By comparison I recently purchased the S&W 638, NIB, $419.00 and Sig 320 sub-compact for $485.00. Back around 1974 I bought the colt detective special which is still my carry gun today. Id love to see the Diamondback in a nice 3-gun set of 4 or 6 models in .38, 22LR and .22WMR, hopefully to be followed by the Python. I had to leave it there when I rotated as this type of thing, along with ammo, disarmed hand grenades, M16s and disassembled M60s were sneaking out of country on a regular basis. This seems to be SOP for any new gun these days regardless of manufacturer. As you know, the original Cobra shares its heritage with the Colt Detective Special, and the new Cobra draws upon the same lineage. Caliber(s):.22 LR, .32 Colt New Police, .38 Special; Weight: 0.94 lbs (0.43 kg) Barrel length: 2 in (51 mm), 3 in (76 mm) Capacity: 6 . Was that just my experience? Thanks for the article. Some of these vintage gems can be found in the, Demand was so strong upon its release, the Cobra was often difficult to find. Colt didn't stray far from the original King Cobra design with its first new .357 Mag. So I love my semi-autos and my VEPR in 7.62 x 54r but for a revolver newbie, which is the market think Colt is addressing, this one is a winner. I like revolvers as they have personality HOWEVER, most of my handguns are pistols (14 total). but Economic reasons restricted my opportunity to own one of the percussion colts in the second release in the late 20th century. The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. My hope is that Colt does so and builds them with the same care and quality of the older Pythons, Anacondas and the like. I also prefer a .38+P to a .357 for a carry gun this size, and dont fault Colt for the caliber. The Colt Cobra holds six rounds of .38 Special ammunition, despite its compact dimensions. Youre going to have to charge more money because of the Gunsmithing and hand fitting that is required to build a quality revolver but thats the way of life. Colt, much like many other gun companies, has gone with MIM parts. I stopped buying 38s years ago and Ill tell you why. I was hoping for better reviews. To gunsmith came over started messing with it and then started taking it apart at that point they couldnt figure out why the gun locked up so they put it in a lock box and put it back with the rest of their gear. The Cobra was easy to control, with a very soft recoil. As for the finish, I carry concealed. First revolver since my 1932 Nagant, which, sniggers aside, was a fun little gun and just funky enough to enjoy at the range. The Cobra name is actually a little misleading here this will be a steel framed gun, not aluminum like the original Cobra. The design work began where the last generation of Detective Special, the SF-VI, left off. The new Colt Cobra and King Cobra models are not medium frame revolvers like the old King Cobra. I had one, and fired several other pythons that belonged to an uncle. Yeah I want onebut the price seems a little steep at $699.00. The Colt Cobra is a snubnose revolver, and is a lighter version of the Colt Detective Special. revolver in 25 years. The cylinder is going to get worn to shit because Colt didn't take the effort to have it drop in the recesses. Sure a beat up enough that many shoot .38 special anyway. Posts: 787.
Field Report: The New Colt King Cobra - RevolverGuy.Com For those of you who need to know about speedloader compatibility as I did, the short version is use speed loaders for a Smith & Wesson K frame. A. When given a choice between a bells-and-whistles K6 for $800+ and a basic Model 605 for around $350, most would go with the 605, especially if theyve got bills to pay. Ive had a SP 101 since it came out Very fine gun BUTTT its made for a small-med. Then when theyd gotten a feel for those, then do a test run of Pythons. You could shrink the height and width a. To make the guns royal blue and perfect is not a hard thing to do its simply tumbling the parts until you get the finished you need to apply the bluing. Was a lot easier to conceal than the S&W model 10 with 5 barrel. Then come out with the Detective Specials again. You can always deal with too short, but not too long. Q. EDC, He said it was a fluke that I got this NRA model, it has not been officially released but a batch accidentally shipped out. And 25 ounces sounds too heavy. Im pretty sure that particular model has been out for quite a few years. The new Python has a 5-pound trigger pull, and it isn't clean and crisp. KING COBRA 357 MAGNUM. By signing up you agree to Guns.com's Served me well for many years. This gun is a winner. Is it produced by Colt 100%, or has Colt partnered with anyone else? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Best trade I ever made. The new Cobra (l.) sports a stainless steel frame whereas the original was aluminum. So if Colt can do this with a new production gun, I say bring back the 4" and 6" Python and give us another . Not too small nor too big. Thanks but, no thanks. One shot (they think the first) entered under the right armpit and transited through the right lung to puncture the heart. Colt's King Cobra is reincarnated for 2019 as the 6-Shot .357 Magnum big brother of the Colt Cobra Double Action revolver. I almost slapped down my credit card right then and there, but Im married so Ive been saving up for it. I made a mistake on taking ammunition to the range and only had two brands to test with the Cobra. I mean, look at how successful Henry is in a market thats saturated with ARs. You just described, minus the .32 calibers, an original 1950s-1960s era Colt Cobra / Detective Special.
New Colt Cobra .38? | Bushcraft USA Forums Colt Cobra TT 38 Special +P Rated Double Action Revolver with Black DLC Cylinder $749.00 $619.99; Notify Me When Available; Brand: Colt; Ive been hearing hype about this gun since late 2016. Im pretty sure Colt got rid of their custom shop so now who knows you probably cant get it done anymore. Some of these vintage gems can be found in the Guns.com Vault. I wish I could take apart a trio of S&W, Ruger, Colt DA revolvers side-by-side and show people whats really going on inside a DA revolver, and what is required to get the timing right. You have entered an incorrect email address! These loads make the four-inch barrel Python a top-flight small-game revolver. People are getting over the polymer Plastic Fantastic guns now and were reverting back to a cold piece of Steel a hog leg if you will. This revolver is of the same quality as a Taurus 85. The rear is a groove milled into the topstrap of the frame.
Are There Problems With the Colt 2020 Python? (Interview Video) Comparing the new Cobra to our Kimber K6s stubbies, though, the Kimbers are much better in terms of fit and finish and consistency and they both shoot, great. Anyone who wants a small (concealed carry) revolver can choose from Smith and Wesson, Ruger, Taurus, Charter Arms, and probably more. Sort of, I suffer from MD and am slowly loosing the use of my hands (legs, arms, ect.) The front red fiber optic sight is an insert that can be changed, as it is set into a recess in the barrel shroud and then secured by an Allen screw through the front. Those 12 and 16 ounce revolvers are too light. If you want a small revolver in 44, the Charter Arms Bulldog doesnt seem to have much competition right now. Where is the new Colt Cobra produced? I just picked mine up and the trigger pull is 9 lb 13 oz in double action and 4 lb 7 oz in single action. Why anyone would want a .38 over a .357Mag. The polished stainless finishes were nice, as were the nickels. The revolver features a generous ejector rod despite its short barrel as well as a full underlug. The Pythons were always desirable, the King Cobras and Anacondas were scorned for having transfer bar triggers. I am very interested in the Cobra for these very same reasons. Only the Python and the custom shop got the extraordinary level of attention that the author is thinking of here. The pain on the hand is prominent after practicing. Fits my hands perfectly and is light weight enough to carry, but Ive been looking at Kimber Micros to replace it for carrying because they are so much lighter and slimmer, but just cant make the switch. Its something new to them and to anyone whos never shot a revolver. I ran the gun both strong hand and weak hand. Right hand drive The new Cobra, like the Colts that came before it, has a cylinder that rotates clockwise (or to the right), as viewed from the rear. The aqua blast finish isnt my favorite, but looks pretty nice in person. The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. The trigger is excellent right out of the box and the sights work, not something that is true of many snub-nosed revolvers.
Shooting the New Colt Python 4.25 Revolver in 357 Magnum All this negativity 38s a weak caliber, why isnt it aluminum, a Python, an Anaconda, a 3, a 4, a 5, a 357, blah, blah, blah. So who will see it? The Detective Special here is the older, pencil barrel one and goes 25 ounces loaded (who cares what an empty gun weighs.. you dont put it in your holster or belt empty, do you?) Havent seen any in my area yet! Make the same gun in a nice I would buy a light weight Cobra rated for +p preferably with a shrouded hammer, otherwise, no thanks. hand. Nor anywhere near as light as the Charter Bulldog. I have had several of the lightweight Smith-Wesson revolvers. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). And this was refinished and repaired in 2007 so its been 10 years but I had sent another Colt back just recently and had the same bluing done they call it royal blue finish and it looks just as good as my 6 inch python thats never even been shot. Q. I just replaced it with the Ruger LCR 9 when the Colt made it in steel . COLT (In Stock) 3.0 (3) 642 .38 SPECIAL+P REVOLVER. Im not sure how many are planned to be released, but according to the rep it is a special low quantity release.. Email me and I can forward pictures,,, I was looking to buy a Colt Cobra any information would be helpful. mainspring gives the trigger its characteristic Colt "stacking" feel, in homage to the original D-Frames that the new Cobra traces its roots to. The coroner testified that EITHER shot would have been fatal. Just got my Colt Cobra 38. Tauruses triggers might be getting better but thats it Taurus is junk with a capital j. The relatively generous length of the ejector rod helps facilitate the ejection of spent cartridge cases. An all steel 38sp works for me because I can still hang on to the gun. Then re-start the Diamondback and Anaconda. If you have ever traveled to Miami and toward the Taurus plant its like going to another country South of the Border no one speaks English like a sweatshop, And I really appreciate the crappy comments in the little side antidotes youre obviously a younger person with s*** for brains. Required fields are marked *. I hope to take it to my favorite dealer, and or call Colt to see if it needs to be sent for a check and repair, which I need to learn is an OK thing to do and more than worth the investment of time, work, and possible be free repair, if it even warrants the need for repair. Quote of the Day: D.C. The Skyhawk to be equivalent to a Model 85? Although introduced at SHOT Show 2019, the Colt King Cobra revolver traces its lineage all the way back to 1908 with the launch of the Colt Police Positive. I recently handled a new Colt King Cobra at my LGS. And if you read the article, thanks for saying it looks like my Detective Special. The revolver features a generous ejector rod despite its short barrel as well as a full underlug. . The Colt Cobra, used by such notorious individuals as Jack Ruby, remained in production across several variants into the 1980s, then was recently reintroduced in 2017 as Colt made a return to. How about a Smith and Wesson level of fit and finish, guys? To be fair, you'll get the same wear from opening/closing the cylinder on any revolver. Give us a grip option with more meat in the web area just behind the hammer (like my K.Cobra). Cougar attacks are on the increase in several western states, and the new King Cobra would be an ideal carry gun for hikers, mountain bikers, and others who would rather not end up as kitty kibble. The new Kimber revolver at least looks great for the money. Feeling that his dad needed something for personal protection, he gave him the Colt Trooper, which served him until he passed away a few years ago. And dont think Colt has gotten rid of all those guys that made the pythons and the anacondas and the cobras and king cobras because there are still working for Colt you can still get your eighties model python refinished in a royal blue and it does look amazing. A. colt,
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03/18/23 Firearms & Sporting Goods Auction | Pa Auction Center Colt didnt quite get the SF stainless series trigger right- I have a DS-II thats no better than okay, and the Magnum Carry I had was better but not sensational. I wonder if Colt will decide to sell this in California. 395K. Still waitn. It has some holster wear and is probably in need of new grips but after much practice for a snub its pretty accurate. New for 2017 Colt has heard the peoples request and is giving them what they want. The front sight pops into view immediately. Although he wasnt entirely clear, I took his comments to mean that they would have more Cobra options soon. The new .38 Special Colt Cobra delivers a new take on a classic snub-nosed revolver. The success of the Cobra saw Colt bring two more of its iconic revolvers out of retirement. Rather than a smoothly swept oval, the trigger guard has a noticeable stutter, appearing right below the tip of the trigger. 1.The Quick Method: It is the simplest method for reading colt serial numbers, and all praise goes to modern technologies. I just dont get it. Acting like a spoiled brat if you ask me. Yeah, the same ol, same ol striker fired polymer affair. The reason why I purchased these besides being a Colt fan fanatic was the simple fact that they were assembled by gunsmith not gun techs on a huge assembly line. Ive carried a Taurus 605 as my everyday carry gun for several years and have never had a problem with it. I really wish I some of those Colts back todayId be a lot richer. Do us all a favor and dont discredit the quality and craftsmanship that you once had by turning out inexpensive mass-produced garbage. I have pictures of handgun. Im thankful to see something not made out of plastic. The little Colt Cobra arrived in an innocuous brown cardboard box. Nov 5, 2022 at 2:55pm via mobile. 38 is a bit light for a defensive caliber. Stroking the side of the revolver feels less like stroking the slick scales of a cobra and more like a cat licking your hand. The smooth feel of the trigger pull was matched only by the exquisite exterior finish. It was my backup and off-duty weapon since I bought it used in the 1960s and it has never failed me or jammed. As Col. Sam Colt wrote, Be not afraid of man or beast, that walks beneath the skies When danger threatens, call on me and I will equalize!, Sincerely, It will show less wear and tear with use that blued or polished up. I have gone to carrying the S&W J-Frames. The latest Cobra also features a redesigned leaf mainspring that . Ergonomics on the Cobra are exceptional. Defender 45 ACP 3IN BBL Matte Stainless Cerakote Handgun. For full auction info and info on other online ammo & sporting goods auctions visit www.paauctioncenter.com.
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