Colt Cobra...is back!

[Pilot1]

I got to handle this recently. Super excited to see Colt back in the revolver business.

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What did you think of the fit, finish, and quality?

[C4IGrant]

What did you think of the fit, finish, and quality?

I liked it. One of the interesting things is that the front sight is changeable by the end user. Tritium, fiber and a gold bead will all be available.


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[Pilot1]

I liked it. One of the interesting things is that the front sight is changeable by the end user. Tritium, fiber and a gold bead will all be available.

Thanks Grant. That is great info. I like the interchangeable front sight.

[The Dumb Gun Collector]

http://rangehot.com/new-colt-cobra-38-special-revolver/

[williejc]

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.

[Coal Dragger]

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.

[jmoore]

>The trigger broke at eight pounds in double action and two pounds in single action.<

I'm interested:)

[The Dumb Gun Collector]

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

[SeriousStudent]

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.

[The Dumb Gun Collector]

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.