A new King Cobra from Colt.

[Medic!]

So. We get a new King Cobra with a 3'' barrel.
We just got a Cobra 38 in 2017.

Cant we just jump forward to the Python?


These new colts look nothing like there name sakes. But I may get one just because I'd like a 3'' barreled revolver.

What do you say?
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[s1xty7]

I certainly like seeing more .357s on the market! For me though, I'm not a fan of side plates on revolvers or the screws that entails. Gotta be a Ruger GP100 for me if I'm looking for a full sized 3" revolver.

I don't see how you could go wrong with any name brand modern revolver. So many good choices these days. I'm sure the new King Cobra will be a great option.

 

[User 1234]

I am glad that they are offering more models, especially because they can add it to the California roster because revolvers are exempt from the impossibility of microstamping. This model isn't for me, I think it looks more like a Ruger with the six inch thick top strap and lack of ventilation on the rib.

 

[mortar maggot]

Needs to be in the deep royal blue finish.

I agree it does not look as good as the original

 

[DuneHopper]

You can find a nice older SW 586/686 and spend 1/2 of that...

 

[Medic!]

You can find a nice older SW 586/686 and spend 1/2 of that...

Yes there a bit pricy.
I've bought two Pythons in the last 10 years for less than this new King Cobra's asking price. Both +95% guns.

But still may buy this new King Cobra.

 

[Salps]

Handled a cobra a month ago. I don't like the finish on them, hopefully that will change with the king.

 

[Medic!]

Handled a cobra a month ago. I don't like the finish on them, hopefully that will change with the king.

How was the fit?

I hate the new finishes on revolvers these days.
But hear for a bunch more $ this new King Cobra will be available in a high polished stainless.

I like polished stainless.

 

[Salps]

It was ok. Bought a kimber instead.

 

[jbett98]

How was the fit?

I hate the new finishes on revolvers these days.
But hear for a bunch more $ this new King Cobra will be available in a high polished stainless.

I like polished stainless.


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So do I.

 

[Ura-Ki]

Agreed, would reather see new Pythons in practical carry sizes! Also, a Colt should always be offered as Blued, with any other finish as options! At least Colt is still around, i was kind of biting my nails hoping they wouldnt go belly up! I did see a Cobra, but the LGS was way to busy to get to spend any time with it!

 

[Scout 38S]

 

[Scout 38S]

This is my Cobra, well put together and shoots very accurately and comfortably. My EDC load is a Buffalo Bore 38Spl LSWCHP non +P at 880 out of this snake. POA/POI the same with 140 to 158 grain projectiles. Nice gun and doesn't deserve the bad remarks that come it's way due to finish. The weapon is a first class shooter.

 

[Greenbug]

Handled a new Cobra in a gun shop a while back, I was unimpressed.
Seems like Charter Arms quality control defects were stamped with a PONY and sent out the back.....

 

[Medic!]

Handled a new Cobra in a gun shop a while back, I was unimpressed.
Seems like Charter Arms quality control defects were stamped with a PONY and sent out the back.....

Ouch!

 

[eightyeight mag]

New colts, although very cool, will never match up to the quality and craftmanship of the original snake guns.

 

[Medic!]

I don't believe they could make any money having a person do all that hand buffing.
Not to mention its all but a forgotten art.

But maybe some day with robots?

 

[jbett98]

 

[Medic!]

I have read about the polishing done when Colt's was making the Python.
Very few Men did all the polishing.

And apparently today Colt still has at least one expert polisher.
They must. The SAA's have beautifully polished barrels and other parts.

But that's a very small production number gun. You can bet no high volume revolver will ever get that kind of finish again.

It's sad really.

 

[Scout 38S]

Today's Colt is built with modern equipment in a much different market. I've owned old D frames and a couple of Pythons and a Mark III Trooper. The older D frames were fragile and had some inherent problems with sight heights and slow trigger rebound.
I bought the Cobra for a 6 shot D frame sized 38+P weapon that is reliable and shoots well. I have no illusions as to what it is. This one shoots accurately and is easy to carry and to use. I will examine the King Cobra to see if it performs the same way.