Colt Cobra first shots...

[stonebuster]

OWB for revolvers, always; a good high-rise pancake conceals any snubby beautifully. Pictured with mine in post #8 is a Galco Combat Master.

Only OWB for my SP101 5720 in an old Bucheimer "Concealer." Conceals very well, high and tight.

 

[SteadyD]

I almost always carry my sp101 IWB and I typically carry my Kimber K6s in my pocket or IWB. When my cobra returns I will carry it IWB and occasionally in the pocket.

 

[Dr.Rob]

@Buckeye63

unloaded and loaded with 158's , the Colt is still lighter.

 

[Dr.Rob]

@Buckeye63 Galco speed scabbard hi ride is what I bought for my Magnum Carry, the Cobra fits it just fine.

Galco makes a Combat Master holster for the new Cobra. https://www.galcogunleather.com/combat-master-belt-holster_8_4_1063.html

 

[paulsj]

I shot consistently high today, just off hand no bracing.

158gr Winchester LRN, 158gr Fiocchi JHP

It has been a while since I shot a DA revolver. My initial targets were awful. For a 38, the flatter trigger I felt like I was 'reaching for'.. that 1/4 inch of longer frame makes a huge difference in feel.

Settled in at 7 yards. Single action, pairs and double action rapid fire.

Best single and double action targets. I shot no +p ammo but I will.


Single action, 12 shots 7 yards LRN's.

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Double action, 12 rounds, one went way high at 12, one at 5 o'clock

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That isn't that bad if you tried my 940 you would probably miss the entire plate. The DAO trigger is awful I stopped taking it to the range because I shoot that worse than my R9.

 

[SteadyD]

@Buckeye63 Galco speed scabbard hi ride is what I bought for my Magnum Carry, the Cobra fits it just fine.

Galco makes a Combat Master holster for the new Cobra. https://www.galcogunleather.com/combat-master-belt-holster_8_4_1063.html

Per Galco, It’s the same one for the Cobra, Kimber K6s and SP101. Which works out nicely since I’ve got all three!

 

[Buckeye63]

3/10 oz difference between a Ruger SP101 with a 2.25 barrel and your new Colt Cobra... The new Colt Cobra is built verywell , I'd say a steady diet of +P wouldn't cause any harm

 

[Lucky Derby]

I carry mine either OWB or pocket. I'm not a fan of IWB with any gun.

 

[paulsj]

The gold standard for defensive .38 Spl carry revolver is alloy framed S&W Model 12. Both Cobra and SP101 are too heavy.

 

[Buckeye63]

The gold standard for defensive .38 Spl carry revolver is alloy framed S&W Model 12. Both Cobra and SP101 are too heavy.

I owned a Model 12 with a 4 inch barrel , once upon a time .. I don't remember how we parted .. But we did ..Brain fart , I guess ..

 

[paulsj]

I owned a Model 12 with a 4 inch barrel , once upon a time .. I don't remember how we parted .. But we did ..Brain fart , I guess ..

Tell them it was the biggest POS you ever owned. I want one and those aren't easy to find.

 

[Old Dog]

The gold standard for defensive .38 Spl carry revolver is alloy framed S&W Model 12.

According to whom?

Both Cobra and SP101 are too heavy

Myth. A good holster/belt combination tames a few additional ounces no matter what the size of the gun. Some choose handguns because the "shootability" factor (especially with more hot-stepping ammo) trumps weight every time, at least in real life.

 

[Waveski]

Both Cobra and SP101 are too heavy

Myth.

Not myth for me , nor for paulsj. Reality , rather.

 

[SteadyD]

If you want a 6 shot 38 special, there aren’t many lighter in current production. The Charter, Kimber, and Taurus are only ~2 or 3 oz lighter at most. The only other one I can think of is the Taurus 856 UL, which uses an alloy frame and comes in around 16 oz I think.

The Colt Cobra is much lighter than the other common 6 shot 38s. Namely, K frames, L frames, and GP 100s.

 

[stonebuster]

I think most agree the Cobra and the SP shoot hotter loads more comfortably than light alloy snubs but the lighter snubs are easier to carry. You can't have both ways so it's a personal choice what is more important to you. My arthritic hands appreciate the extra 10 ounces of the SP on my frequent range trips. The extra round in the Colt is a plus for sure.

 

[stonebuster]

If you want a 6 shot 38 special, there aren’t many lighter in current production. The Charter, Kimber, and Taurus are only ~2 or 3 oz lighter at most. The only other one I can think of is the Taurus 856 UL, which uses an alloy frame and comes in around 16 oz I think.

The Colt Cobra is much lighter than the other common 6 shot 38s. Namely, K frames, L frames, and GP 100s.

The GP 100 3" is 36 oz vs 23-25oz Colt.

 

[Dr.Rob]

Altamont has some good looking grips avaiable:

https://www.altamontco.com/pistol-grips/colt/cobra/

The 'super rosewood' isn't quite cocobolo, might have to hold out for that.