Just wandering if anyone has actually had their hands on, or bought a new Colt Cobra. Was supposed to be out in February, I thought, but I haven't seen any. Also, still waiting on the Henry .410's that as well we're supposed to be released in February...
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Panzerschwein
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Those that've handled them say they are incredible. Smooth triggers easily the match of the old snake guns. Keep in mind this has the smooth V-spring action. Much better than any S&W revolver. With six shots and far better sights this gun is set to take the snubby market by storm. Unlike a S&W J-frame or a Ruger LCR, I would actually consider carrying a Colt's Cobra. It is shaping up to be an excellent pony gun. It should start arriving in stores shortly I would imagine.
Kentucky-roughrider
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Good to hear, when I learned about them I was interested. I hope Colt has other models to that line, I would love something in 45 Colt or 45 Auto.
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Alte Schule
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I've been interested in the new Model Cobra since Colt announced it a few months ago. I usually EDC a Ruger LCR six shot in .327 Federal Magnum and would really like to add the new model Cobra to my rotation.
Elkins45
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A full weight gun without a bobbed hammer is set up to take the snubby market by storm? Color me skeptical. Especially if they cost more than a S&W or Ruger. In the other Colt thread you said this would be the gun that turns it around for Colt. I detect a fair bit of wishful thinking in both opinions.
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Better than any smith? ha! Ive shot pythons before while comparing them to my model 19 and 686-1, at no time was the trigger on the python superior in anyway to the smiths. The python sure was a pretty gun and its fun to take out on a date once in awhile but it aint the girl you bring home to momma.
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I have more than one Python and more than one 686. As new out of the box, the Pythons have a much better DA and SA trigger. The 686 is easy to get a great trigger pull from a trigger job and can be done by a kitchen table gunsmith.
SwampWolf
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I agree. From what I can determine, the market is still "hot" for EDC guns and the snub-nosed revolver having a concealed hammer and lightweight frame is still the revolver of choice for a lot of people. With all the market research most successful companies depend on, I don't see how Colt missed the obvious boat (the original six-shot Cobra with an alloy frame and bobbed hammer comes to mind) on there reentering the da revolver scene.
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I am happy is Colt is making a revolver again. Although I will always compare this new Cobra to what it should be compared to, a Colt DSII/SFVI. Besides a few very minor geometric tweaks, and a couple other user friendly features, that is what you have.
They do utilize a leaf spring for the mainspring, but that is it. Just like the DSII. They just didn't have the flashy marketing name of "LL2" back then. Marketing being the reason they chose a snake name too.
The DSIIs and SFVIs were known for a smooth DA because that is inherent of the design. So I imagine this Cobra will be the same, and perhaps a tad better with the straighter trigger and set-back grip frame. However, it should be pointed out that the old Cobras and Detectives that used the true V spring action are leagues above this new one, at least to this guy. It's a classic and the most flexible action to tune. To compare a DSII to a real Detective is apples to oranges. So comparing the new Cobra to a real Cobra is the same. Needs to be compared on an equal playing field, DSII/SFVI to the new Cobra.
The good thing about the new Cobra will be an MSRP of a semi reasonable amount and hopefully they will be readily available. Compared to the $2K prices some try to get for the SFVIs and the DSIIs. The older D frames will still have their own place as the originals, and if you want them, there will be no substitute.
sabbfan
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Colt's Facebook page says it's supposed to be out in April.
Armscor is producing much of the new gun and Colt is doing the assembly but....
http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/20...f-custom-shop-employees-larger-scope-rumored/
http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/20...f-custom-shop-employees-larger-scope-rumored/
I find triggers to be a very subjective subject. One style is better than the other argument totally depends in the individual shooter. Smoothness and consistency is what I look for in a good trigger.
BTW, I agree with the bobbed hammer comment. I find full exposed hammers on snubbies to be an unneeded accessory.
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sabbfan
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I don't think Armscor is building the new Cobra from what I've read, Colt is building it in house
I sincerely hope that is the case. In house made products tend to have a soul.
Zendude
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This was my understanding also.
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An obvious question is how much would they cost outsourced to Rock Island and built to Colt specs?
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