the blued versions werent especially great. Im pretty sure that particular model has been out for quite a few years. Colt wanted to use the trigger of the Python as the baseline for what it wanted in the new Cobra. The .357 Magnum cartridge in a compact, lightweight package can be punishing. Gun looks like a Charter Arms product. I handled one at my local gun shop and all I can say is WOW! I have been a Colt fan all my life. However, on the Colt as an EDC, since not using it much, pain on the hand is of little concern, because in a real emergency of 1-6 shots, there is no pain in the moment, and even if shooting 40-50 rounds, pain dissipates over a week. III has a finer finish than this new one. https://www.colt.com/Catalog/Revolvers/Cobra, https://www.gunsamerica.com/Search.aspx?Keyword=Colt%20cobra, An Israeli .308 AK? Let us make you an offer! Ill be buying 2 of these for my sweetie the wheelgun gal. Gist of what I heard: The front sight pops into view immediately. Comparing a Colt t a Night Hawk??? Im hoping the new Pach. The SP101 is one hell of a gun. The fit and finish was outstanding and the trigger pull (SA and DA) was a glass-rod dream. Six shots at 7 yards in double-action. Wondering if you could comment on grips for this gun. Barrel not too short nor too long. Why go with a .38 Special over .357 Magnum? Lets hope Colt ups the finish quality a bit, too. Colts made a big business decision and its their dough tahtst risk. Left the top strap bead blasted, and top grip frame a little more muted polish. Looks like a handsome gun to keep in the fishing bag though. The rear is a groove milled into the topstrap of the frame. And Colt still missed the mark with the design. You can always deal with too short, but not too long. I think its too little too late. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I do like the Colt 38 spcl Night Cobra, 6r. This weekend I will have my new holster and will switch to the Cobra. Nov 5, 2022 at 2:55pm via mobile. I made a mistake on taking ammunition to the range and only had two brands to test with the Cobra. According to internet forums and YouTube personalities like Hikock 45, the new Colt Python has issues causing malfunctions. I did some 12-round drills that required a reload, which was easy enough, with no difficulty with the controls. by Chris Bird. Look at which way the cylinder rotates. Folks expect a certain fit and finish from a Cobra, and by failing to achieve that, Colt is hurting their image much more than if theyd released the gun under a less auspicious title. I was encouraged by the pull experience you had but yours must have been worked on to get the pull weights you claim. It was marketed as, and was, a PREMIUM revolver. It was sent/sold to me from large online dealer unaware of the specially designed NRA wood grip with etched picture of cobra snake. Now Im not talking about the 38j frames and all these new LC ours and things that are compact subcompact concealed carry revolvers on talking about the big boys in the only one on the market right now is Smith and Wesson still. The main issues that are being reported on are cylinder lockup and light primer strikes. So if Colt can do this with a new production gun, I say bring back the 4" and 6" Python and give us another . The New Cobra seems like an updated Detective Special. The Anaconda & Diamondback blued revolvers had a pretty nice finish, but it was just a reasonable polish-n-blue job. Bead blasted finish? With barrel lengths of 2,3,4,5 & 6, a 6 shooter using half moon or full moon speed clips or redesign the cylinder with internal clips as Charter Arms did. The GP100 is not small, though. New for 2017 Colt has heard the peoples request and is giving them what they want. I think I'll wait on a .357 variant. Perhaps Batman as well. The pain on the hand is prominent after practicing. 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. Think they wasted a lot of effort on a gun that probably wont sell good. 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. This new Colt feels right in the hand. Thank you for reminding me of such wonderful memories from my childhood! I personally Believe The Colt 1851 is the most beautiful firearm ever produced. 38 round is more than enough with +p. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. A year before I saw one and the next day it was gone. EDC, I believe the exact opposite to be true. I must of missed something because that doesnt look healthy. 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. 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. GRIN. Not hardly. Re-profiled and radius the trigger face more like an vintage colt or S&W pad. 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. Same for my little S&W mod 60 38 five shot. Items you may find in this auction include 500 firearms to include modern & collectible rifles, shotguns, muzzle loaders, revolvers and pistols. The Ruger SP101 was made for a concealment purpose a little brother to the GP100. You guys are slipping. Have a gun thats collecting dust? You all need to put a Cobra in your hand and shot a couple hundred rounds through it before you start making all these claims against it. To correct a previous post the original Cobra was a 6 shot snubby not a 5 shot like the S&W J frames. Im no exception; in fact, the very first handgun I purchased with my own money was a Colt Lawman. Just thinking! This is Colts attempt to produce a competitive product that the average Joe can purchase without taking out a long term loan. I have only one Comment. Model 487T Rifle, 1917 Eddystone Enfield Mfg 4/18 Cal 30-06, Terni 1940XVIII 6.5 Cal, Mauser Spanish . And they still turn out excellent Gold Cup 1911s. I would sell the Ruger in a second if I found the early shrouded Cobra. 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. Great to carry brutal to shoot when using the +P loads. Call it the 1917 Combat or Marine model. I see that the extractor rod is still a bit short with the 2 brl. The last handgun I purchased was a Smith and Wesson model 5906; its 2 1/4 pounds of solid American stainless steel thats at least as old as I am and both looks and shoots better than a new polymer gun, at least in my opinion. It has some holster wear and is probably in need of new grips but after much practice for a snub its pretty accurate. I just replaced it with the Ruger LCR 9 when the Colt made it in steel . Is it produced by Colt 100%, or has Colt partnered with anyone else? It will be interesting to see what Colt does next. I think I got quite a bit more for it than I paid. Get ready for a new generation of stories, because Colt is bringing back the Cobra. It will show less wear and tear with use that blued or polished up. Alberts achieved six-shot. How about split the difference at 20 ounces? Glad to see the come back! 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. In any event, I like the DA pull weight, and it is a nice looking gun, but Id like to see it with a bit more barrel, say somewhere between 3 and 4 inches. My guess is the the old Colts have met the same demise as the old Parker and AH Fox shotguns. The craftsmen who polished the Pythons used more than THIRTY different buffing wheels and various compounds to just prep for the blueing process (which has been changed by EPA regulations since the old days). A. Im looking forward to some range time with it but, frankly, the trigger is not that good nor is the fit and finish. Again keep up the good work. The Pythons were always desirable, the King Cobras and Anacondas were scorned for having transfer bar triggers. Dont jump right in and try to replicate the Python, just come out with the King in an excellent polish/blue 6 barrel configuration. 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. There are reports that hundreds of guns have been affected by these issues causing a quiet recall to take place on these 2020 Colt . I agree with you that would have been a much better plan of attack. The King Cobra fits between a S&W K frame and a J frame in size. We fed a mix of ammo to the test Cobra with decent accuracy. What the market really needs is a good hunk of American steel. Was a lot easier to conceal than the S&W model 10 with 5 barrel. If a gun that was specially prepped and pampered by Colt failed, how many of the ones shipped to their distributors that did *not* get that special love and care are likely to fail? An all steel 38sp works for me because I can still hang on to the gun. It will fit in a box 7.2 inches x 4.9 inches x 1.4 inches. Shame they cant put the same effort into reviving their revolver line. 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. Accuracy was impressive. The success of the Cobra saw Colt bring two more of its iconic revolvers out of retirement. In any case, Im optimistic for Colt. The Colt Cobra is a snubnose revolver, and is a lighter version of the Colt Detective Special. When that same customer takes a Colt Cobra to the range, with its steel frame and revised grip structure, theyll have a much more pleasurable shooting experience, and theyll be inclined to shoot more often, and more importantly, feel confident enough to carry it. I have an original Colt Cobra that was made in the 1950s. There are a number of Colt small-frame .38s in the house here, but in the end, the one that goes for a ride in the big world most often is the Agent, the dull-finish version of the real Cobra. 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? Alberts achieved six-shotgroups within a 2-inch circle at defense distances with no problem in single-action. i mean, what the hell were you expecting? I was able to find a DeSantis belt holster and a speed loader without much effort that seemed to be made for the Cobra. 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?) . Orrin M. Knutson Where is the new Colt Cobra produced? A few days to grind down and re-polish hammer, trigger, cylinder release. We spend a day shooting and comparing it to S&W K frames and J Frames. Aside from that, very satisfied with the weight balance, look, feel, functionality and fit. 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. GOOD ARTICLE!I have the 3.8Det. 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. there are more models coming. And this one froze so bad it was rendered a paperweight on one of the brands most important days of the year? Am I an expert on trigger pull? 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. However, it likely SAVED HER LIFE, regardless of how ideal the weapon and ammunition were for self-defense. I can recommend this gun without reservation, something I cant say about all compact revolvers. The. Of course, this revolver has a rampant Colt on its barrel. I wish you could show them too, I dont understand revolver timing at all nor the colt difference. I was hoping for better reviews. Optic Ready Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0. Colts double action / single action system has been perfected over the years and this trigger benefits from their experience. The trigger guard of the new Colt King Cobra, like those of the new Cobra and Night Cobra, looks as though the gun was dropped on it. 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; . Will wood grips for previous Colt models fit? The Python was the pinnacle of the line, the masterpiece. Most of Colts Institutional Memory is long gone through either retirement or lay-offs. Regardless, the MSRP is $670, which means the gun will actually settle in at around $525 retail. There is a definite market. After steel, I will never go back to aluminum, as I like the weight. Though Ive owned only S&Ws, Im a revolver guy and definitely will look at the Cobra. It was like an afterthought for Colt to do something like that. That was the shortest part of the article and didnt seem to be central at all. Actually about 4 years ago I had a customers royal blue python finish redone by Colt. A. The fit and finish of this gun is crap. I wish Colt & Smith&wesson would revamp and reintroduce a 100th Anniversary Model 1917, in .45 ACP. After a 36-year hiatus, and to much fanfare, Colt brought back the Cobra in 2017. The stainless steel finish of the Colt Cobra ensures durability and ruggedness. THE GOOD: Easy to shoot and completely reliable. Learned my lesson trying to shoot .357s in my J-frame, and now just pack .38s. Epic 22 Pocket Pistol: The Beretta 71 Jaguar. Holy CrapI read the whole article and all the comments so far and the word Python only came up once. 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. Havent seen any in my area yet! I cant think of any other gun from any other manufacture that got the level of attention and finish that the Python did in its heyday. My experience with other Colt revolvers like the Anaconda is that they were NOT premium handguns. The problem here is that many of the writers at TTAG havent been around enough guns that arent made from injection-molded cheez-whiz in their lives. The real next question about this gun: When do we get the New Model Diamondback? The second version was produced from 1972 to 1981 and can be identified by its shrouded ejector rod. The author was impressed by the design, operation and performance of the new Colt Cobra. 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. Quote of the Day: D.C. With its small frame, 2-inch barrel, an unloaded weight of 25-ounces, it makes for an ideal carry or backup gun. I predict we will see lots of variations soon from Colt and I am excited for where Colt is finally going. Bought a 4 inch stainless high polish one for 300 bucks around 93, left it in a closet forever, traded it in 2010 for an Arsenal SGL21 Russian made AK. The new .38 Special Colt Cobra delivers a new take on a classic snub-nosed revolver. and sometimes thats a little much for non-belt carry. Anyone who wants a small (concealed carry) revolver can choose from Smith and Wesson, Ruger, Taurus, Charter Arms, and probably more. The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. The revolver points easily and the fiber optic red front sight is quick to acquire. Another modification has been made, this one to trigger geometry. The pace slowed, but not nearly to the degree that some revolvers I have run required to score accurate hits. Before they stopped making revolvers they made a Lawman (.357 mag) with a 2 barrel. I would welcome the same. We are building all Cobras right here in our factory in West Hartford, Connecticut. This Cobra looks like a Taurus. Great way to show reliability and quality of craftsmanship the day they released the gun so that people can get a side at it and actually shoot it one of their seven test guns takes a dump. Colt can produce the old style pistols if they actually want to put a couple bucks at it but apparently from your review it seems that there CNC Machining all the parts and assembling them on assembly lines buy gun techs not gunsmith theres your freaking problem Colt. I dont have high hopes for the return of the Colt snake line. 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. They locked up well, but their finish was quite rough by comparison to the Python. 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, The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability.