And I thought the K6 was vaporware too until last week. As the article says Id love to be wrong about that, but indications seem otherwise. owned by my Uncle Pete, a small- town deputy sheriff in the 1940s. No ones making any false claims here brother. The only thing that keeps me from buying that gun is the dull matte finish. Not meant to disparage, but to point out that the downgrade Troopr looks a lot nicer than the new Cobra. Colt CAN make high end firearms, their latest 45/70 custom Gatling gun and BAR 3006 semi auto version are works of art. The finish looks like a car in primer. The King Cobrawas re-released in 2019, and the Pythonin 2020. New Colt Cobra .38? | Bushcraft USA Forums by Chris Bird. And the option to load from light .32 S&W and .32 S&W Long all the way up to .32 H&R Magnum and finally .32 Federal Magnum. Colt being in the situation financially that they are would have made much more money had they built the guns the way they were built before the dawn of the Glock back when gunsmith actually assembled firearms and hand fit things that were a little rough to make sure theyre perfect before they leave the doors. This revolver is of the same quality as a Taurus 85. The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. We spend a day shooting and comparing it to S&W K frames and J Frames. Youve got to be out of your mind if you think theyre going to come out with a super-fancy, high-end revolver right off the bat, after filing bankruptcy. Many times, small-frame revolvers are suggested for new shooters because theyre easy to handle and dependable. Colt, much like many other gun companies, has gone with MIM parts. The finish on the original Cobra was rather utilitarian by comparison to the Python. I would love to see a stainless king cobra high polish gloss stainless steel with a two and a half two and three quarter inch barrel offer with original Pachmayr grips. Lets hope Colt ups the finish quality a bit, too. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. Q. The Python 6 and 4.25 revolvers the Cobra and King Cobra in the Colt stables. I. Photos by Kenda Lenseigne. Are There Problems With the Colt 2020 Python? (Interview Video) I am not happy with sharp edges on trigger guard. I personally Believe The Colt 1851 is the most beautiful firearm ever produced. They call em like they see em, warts and all. I know Colt is a weird company when it comes to selling Firearms they want to only deal with authorized Colt dealers only. 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. sure he ended up dead, but it took a long time for that to happen. Not too small nor too big. When. Then when theyd gotten a feel for those, then do a test run of Pythons. I have been a Colt fan all my life. Much nicer than my airlite J-frames. Review: Kimber K6s .357 Magnum Snub Nose - Lucky Gunner Lounge They kept the same good looks but modernized the internals. Why cant the mfgs. GOOD ARTICLE!I have the 3.8Det. It holds 6-rounds of .38 Special and is capable of firing the hotter +P ammunition as well. 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. Springfield XP-9 Cal 9MMX19 in Case, Colt Python 357 Magnum Revolver, Winchester Model 12 12 Ga., Winchester Model 70, 30Gov't06 Cal., Browning Over/Under Citori, 12 Ga., 1871 Remington Rolling Block Rifle, Eclipse Double Barrel 12 Ga., Marlin 30-30 Cal. Source: I think one would fit nicely between my S&W 638 Airweight Bodyguard and my old school S&W M-13, 3 RB, .357. 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. 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. What the market really needs is a good hunk of American steel. I have not seen the new Cobra. Mine is Nickel though, which I prefer! I mean, look at how successful Henry is in a market thats saturated with ARs. Will wood grips for previous Colt models fit? I guess Im just too dumb to understand the brilliance of someone in marketing. A Colt king cobra with a high gloss polish stainless steel finish two and a quarter maybe two and a half inch barrel I cant remember Ill have to open the safe and look at the Box but I have to agree with you its only a six shot 357 Magnum but it is sexy with original Pachmayr grips. Firstly, go to the "Colt" site and select "Customer Service.". Light. The design work began where the last generation of Detective Special, the SF-VI, left off. The relatively generous length of the ejector rod helps facilitate the ejection of spent cartridge cases. Nobody has cried about price yet though i may have to scroll down more. Im a woman and I love this revolver. Im looking forward to some range time with it but, frankly, the trigger is not that good nor is the fit and finish. In the mid-1960s, he purchased a Colt Trooper from Massey Hardware in downtown Conway, Arkansas. Colt also offers a tritium front sight as an upgrade. We worked hard to ensure that if the market wants more Colt DA revolvers, the Cobra design would be flexible enough, and robust enough, to handle future model variations that customers may want. I predict we will see lots of variations soon from Colt and I am excited for where Colt is finally going. Thats not necessarily a bad thing for a concealed carry styled handgun, but the better option for this specific line would be something similar to the deep blueing that came on the original guns. Thats far more than what most average income gun owners can afford. The grips do not stick to clothes. I have had the trigger break on an HK P7 during the first range session. COLT (In Stock) 0.0. 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. The original Cobra wasnt this type of gun it had an aluminum frame and was a five-shot cylinder. New Colt King Cobra speedloader update : r/Revolvers - reddit Colt didnt think this out too well. I was hoping for better reviews. 38 round is more than enough with +p. Anyone who wants a small (concealed carry) revolver can choose from Smith and Wesson, Ruger, Taurus, Charter Arms, and probably more. The new Colt Cobra is actually an updated Detective Special with a fiber optic front sight. Still waitn. The above posters that wondered why Colt couldnt come out with a polished, blued finish like the old ones maybe dont understand what it takes for skilled craftsmen to get that finish. The new Colt Cobras are a little more affordable for people who just need a new Pony. I would sell the Ruger in a second if I found the early shrouded Cobra. Should he have kept it a secret? Wow too bad you cant read and comprehend. Colts made a big business decision and its their dough tahtst risk. We are building all Cobras right here in our factory in West Hartford, Connecticut. Review: Colt Cobra | An Official Journal Of The NRA see fit to give us a longer ejection rod in atleast a 2 1/2 barrel shroud thatll positively shuck out the cases (better even than my K. Cobra)? When US Patent/US Firearms went out of business it all went to the scrapper. And this one froze so bad it was rendered a paperweight on one of the brands most important days of the year? Some of their best now work at Standard Mfg./Connecticut Shotgun. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). Get ready for a new generation of stories, because Colt is bringing back the Cobra. This is Colts attempt to produce a competitive product that the average Joe can purchase without taking out a long term loan. 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. In these later Colt's repairs are done, not by refitting parts as in the old action, but by simply replacing worn or damaged parts with new parts. I am about the same age as Mr. Hodoway and I too remember the 60s / 70s when the Colt D frame and their Smith & Wesson brethren K frames were the Glocks of their time. Next post: An Israeli .308 AK? Thanks but, no thanks. and sometimes thats a little much for non-belt carry. Ordered it in June of 2017 took 10 months. 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. Revolver | Handguns at Brownells The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. Shame they cant put the same effort into reviving their revolver line. Three down sides were the grips had a very light white bleach stain, but might darken with gun cleaner and gun oil. My hope is that Colt does so and builds them with the same care and quality of the older Pythons, Anacondas and the like. 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 have seen Glocks fail to fire on the first shot out of the box. New For 2022: Colt King Cobra Target .22 LR | An Official Journal Of But theres no comparison. Give us a grip option with more meat in the web area just behind the hammer (like my K.Cobra). When I dress Western, nothing beats the classic good looks of my Smith & Wesson (S&W) 586 .357 revolver. 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. My 1974 Cobra is my usual carry. 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. Buy a Smith & Wesson. The Detective Special I carry is probably only an 85% finish gun; thats why I carry it. Why go with a .38 Special over .357 Magnum? Of course, this revolver has a rampant Colt on its barrel. The Cobra holds 6-rounds, one more than many revolvers the same size. Stay in the know. S&W 617 vs. Colt King Cobra Target .22. Call it the 1917 Combat or Marine model. But the best news inside this article is the trigger pull. grip helps. How about a Smith and Wesson level of fit and finish, guys? With an MSRP of $699, the, The Colt Cobra: A Capable Snub-Nosed Snake Gun. Colt claims it is as smooth or smoother than the original cobra's. They also said that the metal was stronger and a .357 might be in the future. Not hardly. Now we will see if the name can pull them back. If not, the throats are too tight and need to be reamed (let the factory do it). The success of the Cobra saw Colt bring two more of its iconic revolvers out of retirement. Aside from that, very satisfied with the weight balance, look, feel, functionality and fit. For starters, parts were built from 410-series steel, which is stronger than what was used on previous versions. Then re-start the Diamondback and Anaconda. There was a huge difference. Not too light nor too heavy. Youll never see Colt manufacture a revolver with the same quality as the old snake guns again, its just not cost effective in todays markettheres always hope though. 4 Anaconda. Colt Python 4.25 Problems Early reviews of the Python had a few guns that appeared to fail. Defender 45 ACP 3IN Barrel Matte Black Cerakote Handgun . He said it was a fluke that I got this NRA model, it has not been officially released but a batch accidentally shipped out. Sure a beat up enough that many shoot .38 special anyway. K-Mart Classics: Remingtons Nylon Rimfires Engineered To Last. New Colt Python 3-inch .357 Magnum: Review - Handguns (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). I own a Taurus 605 and the Colt is head and shoulders above it. I can shoot my K. Cobra much better & am hoping the new Cobra is a good compromise & hoping them to upgrade it. I found many positive features. RE: Mustang II that was my exact thought! It will fit in a box 7.2 inches x 4.9 inches x 1.4 inches. Defender 45 ACP 3IN BBL Matte Stainless Cerakote Handgun. Alberts achieved six-shot. Many other guns in the same size category hold only five rounds. As I began rummaging through my stockpile of ammunition, I realized that I had sufficient quantities to really do more than just accuracy testing with the Black Hills 125-grain 38 Special +P.Once I was equipped with all the necessary gear, I strapped on the Colt, loaded up my speed loaders and speed strips, and headed to the range. Yet in this new small Cobra frame. Looks good in the pictures and magazine/internet reviews, but does it really exist? According to our friends at Revolvy, the first model of Cobra was made from 1950 to 1971 with a 2-inch barrel. Colt Python Prices, Values and Trends - Rock Island Auction Company Also they should make a Centennial type concealed hammer as the exposed hammer is a huge disadvantage in concealed carry draw, prevents it from being able to reliably fire through a pocket or purse and a liability in a self defense situation when the perp claims you cocked the hammer on him before you fired. https://www.colt.com/Catalog/Revolvers/Cobra, https://www.gunsamerica.com/Search.aspx?Keyword=Colt%20cobra, An Israeli .308 AK? Theres a market for them today, and Im surprised that Colt didnt jump in with both feet, instead of teasing the market with a hideout gun. A Little History According to our friends at Revolvy, the first model of Cobra was made from 1950 to 1971 with a 2-inch barrel. Colt's 357 Magnum Concealed Carry Revolver Returns. With an MSRP of $699, the Colt Cobrais a capable, concealable, and smooth shooting snub-nosed snake gun. After the release of a YouTube video where the The 2020 Colt Python was seen to malfunction, people have made claims that Colt is recalling the firearm. Quote of the Day: D.C. EDC, When they were making revolvers 40 years ago, labor was cheap and technology was expensive. The new Kimber revolver at least looks great for the money. I havent found a stainless version of the old Detective Special. S&W 617 vs. Colt King Cobra Target .22 | Single-Actions Not So Secret .38 Wheel Gun: The Colt Agent :: Guns.com 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. colt, These have the same general size of frame and the same size cylinder as the older small frame models. Now sit down and ponder what that means for how solid the lockup feels. Why anyone would want a .38 over a .357Mag. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). After I received the gun and had a chance to shoot it for a while, the people at Colt were gracious enough to let me rapid-fire some questions about the new Colt Cobra at them. A. Colt made the right call on the finish, anyway. Colt a message from a customer that youve had since the early 1980s please hire some gunsmith and have a revolver line that was made exactly the same way youre early guns were. For a return to the double-action (DA) revolver market, a market we have a long and storied history in, .38 Special makes a lot of sense. They laughed it off and got the defective gun out of sight as quick as possible but not before a bunch of us realize what was going on and reported it to our friends and I believe the truth about guns had something about it too maybe in this article previously. The comment above does not have a single sentence without at least one grammatical error. The .357 Magnum cartridge in a compact, lightweight package can be punishing. The front fiber optic sight is held in place with the tiny Allen screw at the muzzle, which is easily removed or replaced with the use of the included wrench. *After 7 months of ownership the new Colt Cobra was in my hand and operational for only 4 of those months. Someone else said if Darth Vader had a 38 snub, this would be it. I would like to have seen it in the original aluminum. It appears that the trigger pin is more centrally located, and the trigger itself is straighter. Fans of Colt revolvers have been clamoring for a new model for years, and the Colt Cobra addresses that desire. Not the first rimfire "snake" gun-- Colt marketed the original circa 1950s first issue Cobra in .22LR and made a .22LR Diamondback into the early 1990s-- the new Baby Snake fills a hole the . Definitely worth checking out. Third, and here is the big one, why not offer it in .327 Federal Magnum with a 6 round cylinder? Running a hit piece like this because a demo gun jammed up during range demo day is silly and irresponsible.. I have had the cylinder on a J-frame bind after two or three cylinders. Dont jump right in and try to replicate the Python, just come out with the King in an excellent polish/blue 6 barrel configuration. I remember that story as well. You could get the Cobra in .38 Special, .32 Colt New Police, .22 LR, and a few were produced in .38 S&W. They seem to really like the gun with its special new grip design & larger trigger & trigger guard. New Colt King Cobra Target Doesn't Work - The Firing Line Again keep up the good work. I like revolvers as they have personality HOWEVER, most of my handguns are pistols (14 total). And they are RARE. I was encouraged by the pull experience you had but yours must have been worked on to get the pull weights you claim. Theres never been a better revolver for smaller handed shooters such as women. The smooth feel of the trigger pull was matched only by the exquisite exterior finish. I must of missed something because that doesnt look healthy. This should steer some of you towards the new Colts. This new Colt feels right in the hand. So, Colt has done the hard work for us here. Revolvers, Was that just my experience? Served me well for many years. 3 Revolvers are Pure Sex. The lock-up on this Cobra, if they are using the original Colt lockwork requires attention from a gunsmith who knows how to time up a Colt mechanism to make the lock-up what Colts were known for. I handled one at my local gun shop and all I can say is WOW! [Review] Colt Python: Truly The Best Revolver? - Pew Pew Tactical Never was much of a Colt lover but wish I had scooped up more of those unpopular snake guns in the 90s when you literally couldnt give them away. Not sure if they still do it but the price was over $570 how to redo the finish on a 6in Colt Python royal blue but when we received it back it was absolutely amazing but still very expensive. Where is the new Colt Cobra produced? You really shouldnt have built these pistols if you actually hope to stay in the gun industry without total failure. Look at which way the cylinder rotates. One shot (they think the first) entered under the right armpit and transited through the right lung to puncture the heart. I see that the extractor rod is still a bit short with the 2 brl. Its something new to them and to anyone whos never shot a revolver. The Cobra features a transfer bar safety that ensures the revolver will only fire when the trigger is pulled. This is my 2nd Colt in 2017, the first was a Delta Elite that had quality problems from day one. , rifling 1/14 LH twist. I spoke with customer service rep at Colt. The real next question about this gun: When do we get the New Model Diamondback? Its just a drag when a company comes out with something new, particularly an icon, and its nothing but complaining for the most part. The New Cobra seems like an updated Detective Special. As much as it pains me to say this however what they need is a Glock contender. Q. Leave the .357s to longer barrels where they belong. This seems to be SOP for any new gun these days regardless of manufacturer. mainspring gives the trigger its characteristic Colt "stacking" feel, in homage to the original D-Frames that the new Cobra traces its roots to. There were even Colt revolvers that had a rather rough, completely utilitarian finish to them eg, the New Service revolvers. The Hogue OverMolded grips were nicely adorned with the Colt emblem embossed on each side of them. They need to handle a lot more guns from the BG (Before Glock) era. That was the shortest part of the article and didnt seem to be central at all. After a 36-year hiatus, and to much fanfare, Colt brought back the Cobra in 2017. I lust at them on line but not a reality. Direct Stock Entry New Products Hot Sellers Rebate Items Dream Guns . So I carry a Charter Arms Police Undercover because its over 20 oz and holds SIX rounds. I hope it turns out to be a commercial success for Colt they need one. Colt Viper 38 Special Revolver (Like New in Box) Notify Me When Available; Brand: Colt; Item Number: VIPER USED; Colt Cobra 38 Special +P Double-Action Revolver $769.99; . is beyond me ? Just last week, Colt announced that they are finally reviving their double action revolvers, starting with a new Colt Cobra. Shroud the hammer to be nearly snag-free. However, it showed my lack of skill with revolver reloads using speed loaders or strips. Glad to see the come back! It was clearly the gun I remembered seeing at the 2017 Shot Show (click this link to see our coverage from SHOT Show 2017). What is the reason for this, in this day of superlight guns? The new .38 Special Colt Cobra delivers a new take on a classic snub-nosed revolver. If I move the cylinder latch lever a little, the cylinder will rotate on the . And with 7 shots? The double/single-action Cobra is the baby in Colts wheelgun lineup. This gun is a winner. But maybe this is the first attempt at revolver building since the cancellation of the king cobra and Anaconda series. A. Hogue overmolded grips come standard and a red fiber optic front sight comes factory installed. A well place bullet (even a pellet gun) will kill you if the round finds vitals. In either case, our data indicates that the new Python hasn't impacted the demand for the original. The IWI Galil ACE Full Review, Previous post: US Responds to Russians After Shooting Down Syrian Fighter Jet: We will not hesitate to defend ourselves, Your email address will not be published. Things like this happen when you hire a VP from Sony Entertainment to make your critical decisions. Perhaps Batman as well. Since I carry Two at all times I dont feel the need to run out and buy Colts for $699 to get one more round. I always practice with 38s, but when I carry it is 357 or 38+P, ususally 357. Good review. 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. Accurate? For full auction info and info on other online ammo & sporting goods auctions visit www.paauctioncenter.com. They should make it again . My wife gave me a new King Cobra Target this morning for Christmas, and it's a dud out if the box. Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC A few. Great triggers arent the only thing that made a Colt Cobra famous, though. I would buy a light weight Cobra rated for +p preferably with a shrouded hammer, otherwise, no thanks. New Colt Python Cylinder Rotation Problem/Fix? | 1911Forum 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. As I looked the gun over, I realized that Colt must have come to believe that their customers are actually adults, as the gun had no key lock, nor were there endless admonishments to read the instruction manual (and avoid running with scissors) inscribed on the gun. Mine too! 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.