The original Cobra wasnt this type of gun it had an aluminum frame and was a five-shot cylinder. I think its too little too late. We are building all Cobras right here in our factory in West Hartford, Connecticut.. Thanks but, no thanks. The rear is a groove milled into the topstrap of the frame. The Cobra name is actually a little misleading here this will be a steel framed gun, not aluminum like the original Cobra. 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. 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. Claims of as smooth as a python intrigue me a lot. The front sight pops into view immediately. 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. Hell, before Kimber changed things up, revolvers were even plastic. The King Cobra fits between a S&W K frame and a J frame in size. They started with compact revolvers because concealed carry revolvers are the biggest sellers Six rounds rather than five rounds. The finish on the original Cobra was rather utilitarian by comparison to the Python. This describes what I believe to be the perfect concealed carry revolver. Dont need 357 magnum. An astute study of the new Cobras internals reveals several Metal Injection Molded (MIM) parts, including the hammer and trigger. Additionally Colt isnt even accepting old Pythons back to the factory for repair because A) They are out of most of the partsand more importantly B) Most if not all of the Colt employees who could actually time them are gone. No need to change the grips, but you could if you wanted and the same can be said of the front sight. 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. 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 . Yeah, the same ol, same ol striker fired polymer affair. Colt CAN make high end firearms, their latest 45/70 custom Gatling gun and BAR 3006 semi auto version are works of art. Wide rear sights have very easy to adjust screws for windage and . As a wheelgun fan, Im also very interested in an indepth hands on review of the Korth offerings from Nighthawk. Looks like a handsome gun to keep in the fishing bag though. S&W 617 vs. Colt King Cobra Target .22. Tauruses triggers might be getting better but thats it Taurus is junk with a capital j. The Colt Cobra is a snubnose revolver, and is a lighter version of the Colt Detective Special. Please dont tell me this is what you think people want. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com), The fixed rear sight and front red fiber optic. *After 7 months of ownership the new Colt Cobra was in my hand and operational for only 4 of those months. ***** In memory of Bill West / tommix who shared his vast knowledge and passion of Colt's with the forum for so many years. The trigger pull needed some work. I dont think it popped up in Call of Duty. 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 dont care for j-frames because of capacity and weight there arent enough bullets and the j is just 15 oz. They seem to really like the gun with its special new grip design & larger trigger & trigger guard. Its gone now and I dont miss it at all. Great triggers arent the only thing that made a Colt Cobra famous, though. Is it produced by Colt 100%, or has Colt partnered with anyone else? I would welcome the same. Havent seen any in my area yet! Will wood grips for previous Colt models fit? Third, and here is the big one, why not offer it in .327 Federal Magnum with a 6 round cylinder? 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. THE SATIN NICKEL FINISH & METAL ARE IN GOOD CONDITION. The Pythons were always desirable, the King Cobras and Anacondas were scorned for having transfer bar triggers. Buy At Auction. It has some holster wear and is probably in need of new grips but after much practice for a snub its pretty accurate. Ergonomics on the Cobra are exceptional. The double/single-action Cobra is the baby in Colts wheelgun lineup. When they were making revolvers 40 years ago, labor was cheap and technology was expensive. The finish looks like a car in primer. Its something new to them and to anyone whos never shot a revolver. 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. 38 round is more than enough with +p. I can shoot my K. Cobra much better & am hoping the new Cobra is a good compromise & hoping them to upgrade it. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com). Why is the finish matte, why didnt they use an aluminum frame, why didnt they issue it in .357 magnum??? It was marketed as, and was, a PREMIUM revolver. I see that the extractor rod is still a bit short with the 2 brl. Revolvers, The best gun is the one you have when you need it. Not too light nor too heavy. I personally would like to see Colt revive the big old New Service in .45 Colt. For more information, visit https://www.colt.com/Catalog/Revolvers/Cobra. Retain the allure of the Python by offering only a limited run every year. Look at which way the cylinder rotates. They need to handle a lot more guns from the BG (Before Glock) era. I found many positive features. Ive got a blue 2 1980 Detective Special and a blue 6 1980 Python. So I get it. I would sell the Ruger in a second if I found the early shrouded Cobra. They both produced very nice groups double action with a two-handed grip at 10 yards. And Colt still missed the mark with the design. I know Colt is a weird company when it comes to selling Firearms they want to only deal with authorized Colt dealers only. I need a crappy built replacement model snake gun like I need a big hole in my head. 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. Ive carried a Taurus 605 as my everyday carry gun for several years and have never had a problem with it. I wish Colt & Smith&wesson would revamp and reintroduce a 100th Anniversary Model 1917, in .45 ACP. Posted: 1/16/2021 8:03:21 PM EST. He didnt say it, but I expect larger revolvers are coming. A. Source: You could shrink the height and width a. The new Pythons are definitely the sort of guns that will go with you to the range every time you head out this year, and probably also next year and the year after that But they're also serious shooters. The polished stainless finishes were nice, as were the nickels. Hoping this is the start of the return of the Colt snake guns to the market. Good review. Although he wasnt entirely clear, I took his comments to mean that they would have more Cobra options soon. 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. Firstly, go to the "Colt" site and select "Customer Service.". Nothing wrong with 38 special (especially with +P) and if you want something else, buy it! 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. Colt King Cobra - Problems, Malfunctions, and Failures OH MY! 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. This is a natural change in climate sort of speak. Peace Officer Retired William Tiewater. Comparing the new Cobra to our Kimber K6s stubbies, though, the Kimbers are much better in terms of fit and finish and consistency and they both shoot, great. I agree with the writer of this story on what the quality of these guns is probably going to be or their lack of. For starters, parts were built from 410-series steel, which is stronger than what was used on previous versions. If youre short a demonstration gun, perhaps RF could beg, borrow, or swipe an example he could slide your way for that video ? They have graphs, charts other tests that resemble a pathological liar's polygraph test. I owned the 3 of the snake guns. Yea, we need it! Epic 22 Pocket Pistol: The Beretta 71 Jaguar. I read a story of a woman in Ohio (as I recall) who shot a home invader who had chased her and her children up to the attic. All Colts locked up tighter than S&Ws or Rugers, if done correctly at the factory. Ill probably be investing my money in a kimber k6s. New Colt King Cobra Target Doesn't Work. The success of the Cobra saw Colt bring two more of its iconic revolvers out of retirement. Upon first sight I actually thought it was a photo from the Charter Arms booth. But if you criticize the company for its perceived poor communication skills, perhaps you should sweep off your own porch before commenting on anothers mess., Im disabled combat veteran that was blinded in Afghanistan by an IED I use voice text and I cant check my spelling very well or my sentence structure and I live in Florida so I think I know about the people in Miami a little bit better than you. With an MSRP of $699, the, The Colt Cobra: A Capable Snub-Nosed Snake Gun. One of the defining features of the line is the hand fitting of parts and highly polished exterior, things distinctly missing on the new Cobra handguns. My wife gave me a new King Cobra Target this morning for Christmas, and it's a dud out if the box. Spl. We simply have not had a large selection of revolvers to choose from when it comes to full size revolvers. The all-stainless steel Colt Cobra revolver is built for concealability. 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). 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. Was a lot easier to conceal than the S&W model 10 with 5 barrel. Ive never owned a Colt, but that may change when the initial hype cools down. Glad to see Colt offering the new Cobra. They are great guns. The Colt Cobra is larger than the typical J-frame five-shot revolvers but still quite compact. If not, the throats are too tight and need to be reamed (let the factory do it). I had one, and fired several other pythons that belonged to an uncle. They kept the same good looks but modernized the internals. 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. This Area is for Discussions on All Breeds of Colt Made Revolvers. The Cobra was designed to be a family name. So, they pack up their new purchase, along with the rest of the ammo, and park it in their safe. Second of all, why not increase the barrel to 2.5 inches and get just a little bit more muzzle velocity and slightly better balance? Have a gun thats collecting dust? Where is the new Colt Cobra produced? A buddy bought a new Colt King Cobra 3" when they first came out. Just got my Colt Cobra 38. 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 . ALL of the parts for the Cobra are contracted out and made off site, they are just assembled at the factory. Im what you would call a Colt fan boy. However, it likely SAVED HER LIFE, regardless of how ideal the weapon and ammunition were for self-defense. 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. Colt has made it clear that this is the First offering. Does anyone think that they will continue Manufacturing the snake gun series into the king cobra anaconda and python? Is there any word on when these will be released? I dont see anyone reducing the price of Colts. Defender 45 ACP 3IN BBL Matte Stainless Cerakote Handgun. Before they stopped making revolvers they made a Lawman (.357 mag) with a 2 barrel. Ordered it in June of 2017 took 10 months. 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. For Colt to come up with this gun as a namesake.holy shit.are you kidding me.wow Colt.what a shame. But the best news inside this article is the trigger pull. That would be the bomb. Nobody has cried about price yet though i may have to scroll down more. I own a Diamondback and a detective, both are good quality revolvers. The Python was the pinnacle of the line, the masterpiece. In the mid-1960s, he purchased a Colt Trooper from Massey Hardware in downtown Conway, Arkansas. Tradition and nostalgia are important for a lot of gun enthusiasts.