Introduced at the. A vintage Colt Cobra 2nd model located in the Guns.com Vault. Muzzle jump and flip, commonly associated with small revolvers, is nonexistent on the Cobra. 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. The King Cobrawas re-released in 2019, and the Pythonin 2020. Get ready for a new generation of stories, because Colt is bringing back the Cobra. Many times, small-frame revolvers are suggested for new shooters because theyre easy to handle and dependable. The new Colt Cobras are a little more affordable for people who just need a new Pony. Not sure that anyone is beating on them for releasing a revolver but to place it in the same genus and species as their renowned snake series, instead of giving it a more generic name is the issue. mainspring gives the trigger its characteristic Colt "stacking" feel, in homage to the original D-Frames that the new Cobra traces its roots to. Fans of Colt revolvers have been clamoring for a new model for years, and the Colt Cobra addresses that desire. These guns are now held to extremely tight tolerances and Colt isnt shy about rejecting even the smallest flaws. It will fit in a box 7.2 inches x 4.9 inches x 1.4 inches. 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. revolver in 25 years. It works one time, and then the cylinder doesn't rotate on subsequent shots (double action or single action). 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. The first six rounds through the gun were impressive; the double-action pull seemed to roll predictably. The Cobras frame was constructed of aluminum alloy rather than the all-steel construction of the Detective Special. The revolver points easily and the fiber optic red front sight is quick to acquire. 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. Its all-steel frame is satin finished, with a grip thats been moved rearward to help manage recoil. I have been looking to add a Colt Revolver to my collection for a few years. I personally would like to see Colt revive the big old New Service in .45 Colt. Yeah I want onebut the price seems a little steep at $699.00. I guess you have to fill up space and sell clicks but coming out of the gate with a slam like this is a bit lame. I bought a Colt Cobra back in 1965 when I heard I was going to `nam. But maybe this is the first attempt at revolver building since the cancellation of the king cobra and Anaconda series. Not too small nor too big. They should have been making the Magnum Carry, Detective Special, and the Cobra (light weight) right along. Theres never been a better revolver for smaller handed shooters such as women. Caliber: .357 Magnum, .38 Spl, .38 Spl +P. Cost being a factor for a rookie making $7,800 a year a new Cobra for $69.00 dollars was my first off duty gun. Just last week, Colt announced that they are finally reviving their double action revolvers, starting with a new Colt Cobra. Yeah I would suppose they are changing some things I was there the day at Shot Show when they revealed that when it broke at the shooting range there was a bunch of chatter that I overheard people were not impressed. New Colt Cobra .38? | Bushcraft USA Forums The revolver features a generous ejector rod despite its short barrel as well as a full underlug. 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 like revolvers as they have personality HOWEVER, most of my handguns are pistols (14 total). 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)? If this is a .38 Special load, check to see if the bullet will fall through the throat. is beyond me ? For Colt to come up with this gun as a namesake.holy shit.are you kidding me.wow Colt.what a shame. 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. Im pretty sure that particular model has been out for quite a few years. COLT (In Stock) 0.0. Nov 5, 2022 at 2:55pm via mobile. I remember that story as well. 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. How Much does it weights empty.Is recoil the same than the Glock 17/19? Disregard.more comments popped up as I was writing the above. I would encourage Colt to re investigate the market to determine to the Idea of returning the The Snake guns manufacture in the near future, I am a big fan of the perfect balance of the Colt Python . The Detective Special I carry is probably only an 85% finish gun; thats why I carry it. An astute study of the new Cobras internals reveals several Metal Injection Molded (MIM) parts, including the hammer and trigger. The fit and finish was outstanding and the trigger pull (SA and DA) was a glass-rod dream. Upon first sight I actually thought it was a photo from the Charter Arms booth. Im thankful to see something not made out of plastic. Colt King Cobra Revolver Review - Shooting Times - Shooting Times I believe the exact opposite to be true. Rather than a smoothly swept oval, the trigger guard has a noticeable stutter, appearing right below the tip of the trigger. Smith & Wesson Model 586: Reviewing A .357 Revolver With Class. Re-profiled and radius the trigger face more like an vintage colt or S&W pad. Sorry for the bad news. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). Rabbit and squirrel are easily taken with this loading. Orrin M. Knutson The trigger is absolutely horrible. I would buy a light weight Cobra rated for +p preferably with a shrouded hammer, otherwise, no thanks. Its great to see that Colt and Kimber are offering 6-shot revolvers in concealable sizes; wish S&W would return the 6-shot K-frame snubby. How dare you disparage the trooper mkiii its the poor mans python and I love mine 6 in barrel and adjustable sights its a tac driver. In 2017 the costs are totally reversed, and hand-fitting would make the new Cobra a $2,000.00+ gun instead of a $699.00 gun. 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, New Colt Cobra target reloading problems - The Firing Line Forums The new Colt Cobra is in that same vein, and while it bears the same name and specs as the original it falls short on a few key features. Back around 1974 I bought the colt detective special which is still my carry gun today. The New Colt Cobra: the Good, the Bad, and the very, very Ugly there are more models coming. Immensely popular in law enforcement circles, the 38 Special, six-shot revo dominated concealed carry . ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Havent seen any in my area yet! They are great guns. ALL of the parts for the Cobra are contracted out and made off site, they are just assembled at the factory. By comparison I recently purchased the S&W 638, NIB, $419.00 and Sig 320 sub-compact for $485.00. (My 53 Colt Cobra is about 15oz, spec sheet for the new model lists 25oz). The new .38 Special Colt Cobra delivers a new take on a classic snub-nosed revolver. 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. Q. Forums exist so that people may enhance their knowledge with that of others. A big part of the DA revolver market is small frame, and that market is full of high-powered, lightweight models. Last Edit: Nov 5, 2022 at 2:37pm by WAYNO. Wheelgun Wednesday: Colt King Cobra Target .357 Magnum Review Thanks but, no thanks. Barrel not too short nor too long. So much for the authorities who say one caliber or another is too weak. 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. This weekend I will have my new holster and will switch to the Cobra. This Cobra looks like a Taurus. Has the shrouded ejector (making it the 2nd edition). I stopped buying 38s years ago and Ill tell you why. and sometimes thats a little much for non-belt carry. Absolutely; hands down winner. Few questions about my King Cobra Target - AR15.COM I think I'll wait on a .357 variant. Epic 22 Pocket Pistol: The Beretta 71 Jaguar. If youre short a demonstration gun, perhaps RF could beg, borrow, or swipe an example he could slide your way for that video ? Then when theyd gotten a feel for those, then do a test run of Pythons. The best gun is the one you have when you need it. William Tiewater. 395K. The Keefe Report: Colt CobraA New Factory Double-Action Colt Yea, we need it! Demand was so strong upon its release, the Cobra was often difficult to find. New Colt King Cobra Target Doesn't Work - The Firing Line Yeah, the same ol, same ol striker fired polymer affair. This would never happen if they would have followed the original blueprints of hand fitting the action and the parts that cause the cylinder to rotate such as the Paul and everything else that goes into making a revolver revolve. They should make it again . Insert your serial numbers by clicking them. There have been quite a few revisions and improvements since the first run. They Python, yes, hand polished, hand-fitted parts that worked like lubricated glass. 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. I can recommend this gun without reservation, something I cant say about all compact revolvers. Will you give an in-depth review of the Nighthawk, please? THE GOOD: Easy to shoot and completely reliable. Still I did not mind that. The new Cobra sports a Hogue OverMolded grip. They are awesome. I own a 3in S&W 686+ which holds 7 rnds of 357mag/38spcl, so I dont think thats a new design from Smith. What the market really needs is a good hunk of American steel. Took a chance on it, because I love the balance and handling. Q. 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. I know every reviewer uses this stupid line, but it shoots like a dream. I just read that S&W is coming out with some new 7-shot 686s including one with a 3 barrel AND its chambered in .357 Mag / .38 Spl+P Why oh why did Colt not chamber this roadkill snake gun the same? 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; . The good news is that the trigger is great. Just my $0.10 worth. Colt, much like many other gun companies, has gone with MIM parts. Give us the option of a nice fat trigger (like my K.Cobra). Great to see a Colt with the heavier steel frame.My only concern is the compressed metal parts ( trigger ,hammer) instead of the machined ones on the original Colts. If you look at the cost to produce a hand fitted finished American made shotgun your upwards of 3 to 4K. 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. Running a hit piece like this because a demo gun jammed up during range demo day is silly and irresponsible. That $200-$300 will buy a lot of ammo. You really shouldnt have built these pistols if you actually hope to stay in the gun industry without total failure. I believe these guns spawned legacies because they were more than just the parts that went into them; they represented unparalleled American craftsmanship in an era when national pride was still a shining virtue. A. 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. Colt was not happy with their original CNC shop and switched after finding a machine shop with state of the art machines and equipment that could fit their needs better. 38 is a bit light for a defensive caliber. How about a Smith and Wesson level of fit and finish, guys? If you're worried about problems with the new Colt Python, be like the rest of us and wait for the bugs to get worked out before you go out and buy one. I just might buy another, just for old time sake. These two revolvers are chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special. Ive had a SP 101 since it came out Very fine gun BUTTT its made for a small-med. EDC, The stainless steel finish of the Colt Cobra ensures durability and ruggedness. 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. The finish looks like a car in primer. Thank you . Like a dummy I sold it years ago. Dont make them generally available. I have pictures of handgun. One of the earlier versions of the snake line to be retired (1981 to be exact) the Colt Cobra is a revolver designed for the concealed carry and law enforcement market. We fed a mix of ammo to the test Cobra with decent accuracy. Upon inspection of the insides of the Cobra, it became apparent that this was a complete redesign. With an MSRP of $699, the, The Colt Cobra: A Capable Snub-Nosed Snake Gun. The new Colt Cobra is in that same vein, and while it bears the same name and specs as the original it falls short on a few key features. The SP101 is one hell of a gun. I must of missed something because that doesnt look healthy. I really wish I some of those Colts back todayId be a lot richer. 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. 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. Had my dear ol grey haired Mother ship it to me as soon as I had an firm address. Lets hope Colt ups the finish quality a bit, too. 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. Was that from closing the loaded cyl. Was that just my experience? Oh mommy. 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. I own a Taurus 605 and the Colt is head and shoulders above it. 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. Colt King Cobra - Problems, Malfunctions, and Failures OH MY! I fired the gun double action first shot cylinder started to rotate probably 15 degrees or so and the trigger stopped wouldnt let me press any further and the cylinder stopped as well. As you know, the original Cobra shares its heritage with the Colt Detective Special, and the new Cobra draws upon the same lineage. Three down sides were the grips had a very light white bleach stain, but might darken with gun cleaner and gun oil. Third, and here is the big one, why not offer it in .327 Federal Magnum with a 6 round cylinder? The cylinder release is still old-school original; it is pulled rearward to unlock the cylinder. The new Cobra (l.) sports a stainless steel frame whereas the original was aluminum. We have used my 79 Dback in our Womens Intro classes in the past and it does better than do the K frames- shorter trigger reach. I was thinking .44 spl. Gunsmithing the Colt Double Action Revolvers - Colt Fever Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Model 487T Rifle, 1917 Eddystone Enfield Mfg 4/18 Cal 30-06, Terni 1940XVIII 6.5 Cal, Mauser Spanish . Was a lot easier to conceal than the S&W model 10 with 5 barrel. I havent found a stainless version of the old Detective Special. 38 round is more than enough with +p. Heck, my old Trooper Mk. Revolvers, The Truth About Guns just did Colt a *huge* favor. I just replaced it with the Ruger LCR 9 when the Colt made it in steel . (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). Dont like, dont buy it. This describes what I believe to be the perfect concealed carry revolver. The GP100 is not small, though. Have you ever heard of the term the past repeats itself well this is exactly whats going on people have been Auto crazy for the last 30 years now we want something else a little different and a lot of these new automatic handgun Shooters have not spent any or very little time behind the trigger of a big bore revolver. Colt Python: Is The Reboot Revolver A Plum Or Lemon? Colt King Cobra Review - the 357 snake is back - Recoil Wide rear sights have very easy to adjust screws for windage and . Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Nightwood Guns 9.57K subscribers Subscribe 60K views 2 years ago Keep the content flowing on Patreon!. Come on Colt with the Pythons already We want new Pythons. I get the sneaky feeling that this is a desperate cash grab attempt from a company on the brink of insolvency and I just hope they dont ruin what was an amazing line of firearms. The problem with repairing these revolvers, is a strong tendency to decide to alter a part so that it will work instead of replacing it as intended. I would have brought out a King Cobra, just to show the market that they could do the finishing correctly again. If I move the cylinder latch lever a little, the cylinder will rotate on the . November 9, 2022.new colt python 2022 3 inch for sale, in stock, buy now, still available. Left the top strap bead blasted, and top grip frame a little more muted polish. RIP Bill *****. The Colt Cobra was preferred by detectives and policeman over the competing Smith & Wesson revolvers at the time. The comment above does not have a single sentence without at least one grammatical error. Good review. The S&Ws rotate out of the window. Colt spent many years carefully planning before re-entering the revolver market with the Cobra. It is the perfect frontal fanny pack gun. However, the bright side of this is that making a single-action trigger pull cleaner and lighter is a whole lot easier (especially with the Python) than doing the same to the DA. My dad has a story of his own, which he is quick to tell. Hardly bigger than a S&W 640-1 but has a little more barrel and 6 rounds instead of 5. Or is this their last-ditch effort at trying to make a buck off of something that seems to be poorly put together with a finish that you can get on a Taurus. Re-design Phase? 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. They need to handle a lot more guns from the BG (Before Glock) era. That was a non-answer to why its not aluminum. Why are stories like these, involving Colt revolvers, so prevalent? Jim crewhead05 Out on the range the gun shoots just fine, but apparently theres still some bugs to be worked out since one of the test models they had jammed shortly before 11 AM and refused to work for the rest of the day. I have been a Colt fan all my life. on the trigger pull. 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. Everything Ive read elsewhere indicates it is closer to the Colt Detective Special, steel frame and substantially heavier. New Colt Python Cylinder Rotation Problem/Fix? | 1911Forum Great triggers arent the only thing that made a Colt Cobra famous, though. 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. 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. They were distinguishable and worked well. Its something new to them and to anyone whos never shot a revolver. I dont think anyone would assume that a $700 revolver would be better than a $1700 revolver. Have a gun thats collecting dust? Ill probably be investing my money in a kimber k6s. 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. Dont need 357 magnum. Tale of the Tape: The Original Colt Cobra vs. The New Colt Cobra Avoid the temptation to replace everything on your brand-new 1911 just to make it "better". He bought it for his father, who was stationed in the Philippines while serving in the Veterans Administration. That had a very rough finish. Q. Ergonomics on the Cobra are exceptional. Ive got a blue 2 1980 Detective Special and a blue 6 1980 Python. In all I may try one when the price becomes more reasonable. Rifle, Savage 22 Cal. My father got that iconic revolver back in the estate, and it has naturally become a family heirloom. I would like to have seen it in the original aluminum. Thanks , Bob. You could get the Cobra in .38 Special, .32 Colt New Police, .22 LR, and a few were produced in .38 S&W. Too bad you will be under-armed in a life or death gun fight with a .38. 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. Not true, the Cobra target is a 357 magnum revolver. A Cold War era classic with smooth lines, a legendary back story, and an exotic-sounding name, Beretta's Model 71 was definitely a mouse that roared. Seems as though you are a Colt fan boy! When they were making revolvers 40 years ago, labor was cheap and technology was expensive. Six shots at 7 yards in double-action. Buy a Smith & Wesson. It will be interesting to see what Colt does next. After a 36-year hiatus, and to much fanfare, Colt brought back the Cobra in 2017. Some of these vintage gems can be found in the Guns.com Vault. And I thought the K6 was vaporware too until last week. If not, the throats are too tight and need to be reamed (let the factory do it). The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. It was quite a pleasant surprise to open the cardboard box up and see the familiar blue plastic Colt box inside, securing the new Colt Cobra revolver. S&W 617 vs. Colt King Cobra Target .22. Defender 45 ACP 3IN BBL Matte Stainless Cerakote Handgun. 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. Before they stopped making revolvers they made a Lawman (.357 mag) with a 2 barrel. The second shot entered at the base of the skull and ended in the soft palate in the mouth. As much as it pains me to say this however what they need is a Glock contender. Wow too bad you cant read and comprehend. According to our friends at Revolvy, the first model of Cobra was made from 1950 to 1971 with a 2-inch barrel. To address these problems and to create a stronger and more durable revolver than the original, one of the first things Colt did when it redesigned the .357 Magnum-chambered Python was to beef up the frame.