What did you think of the fit, finish, and quality?
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At 30 ounces frame size must approach S&W's K frame. The shrouded barrel adds weight too. The RIA Armscor M206 reviewed in this forum weighs 25 oz in the 2 inch barrel length according to an NRA article. Without seeing the new Cobra, my guess is that the frame is also a good bit thicker than the original. I'm certain that Colt has produced a nice revolver. My opinion is that the final product is a 2 inch belt carry weapon rather than a pocket pistol suitable for IWB carry.
NRA magazine states it is 25oz.
I will patiently await the return of the King Cobra and the Anaconda.
A Python would be awesome, but I don't hold much hope for that.
>The trigger broke at eight pounds in double action and two pounds in single action.<
I'm interested:)
Here is some more Cobra propaganda.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvZeTJqpgDg
I think the need to come out with a lightweight "AirCobra" and then a new .357 "KingCobra" asap. I will be buying one of each.
Lots of thumb cocking in these vids. LOL
I think that if Colt produced a DAO variant on this model, with a 3" barrel and a bobbed hammer, they would sell a lot of them. The user-replaceable front sight is a great idea, I'm excited about that.
If you look for what a used S&W 3" K or L frame is going for these days, Colt could make a very good return on such a pistol. I see those things going for $800 or more all the time.
Absolutely. The J-frame needs a hammerless 6 shot competitor. Honestly, the only reason I never got a (lightweight) Cobra was the impracticability of repair work. I loved my old DS.