Colt King Cobra - Full Review
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- Here is our full review on the new for 2019 Colt King Cobra. Chambered in 357 magnum, this is the 2nd gun in the return of Colt's snake guns! It is still hard to find as of this video's release date, but if you find one, you will probably love it!
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It's funny to read the haters. This isn't 1990. It's 2019. If you want a original in good shape your looking at 3k. Then are you really gonna carry your classic everyday? It's a couple hundred bucks more than a Smith. That's 2 months of your internet provider cost. It's a Colt. It has a solid feel, sweet trigger. Buy it while you can.
I’m glad to see Colt bringing back their classic revolvers. A Colt Detective Special saved my butt in a gunfight w/armed robbery suspects in ‘74.
I have a colt detective special 3rd gen. lovely gun. Im lucky to have bought one with actual colt medallion grip instead of pachmyr. they are hard to come by now..... the only complain is that it seems to shoot high all the time. not sure if its me or the gun.
what happened to the other guys butt?
They may not because they seem to be shying away from bluing and in their stainless model revolvers they cheap out on polishing.They polish cylinders but don't go the extra mile with a satin finish on the frame. I am disappointed in the discount look.
It really is a nice gun. Good fit and finish. Smooth operation (cylinder latch, cylinder open and close, ejection rod, single action cocking). The trigger pull is smooth and crisp. I have had mine for several months, and have run about 1,000 rounds through it. I have shot factory .38 125 grain full metal flat point, factory .38 158 grain full metal flat point, factory .38 158 grain lead round nose, handload .38 125 grain plated flat point, handload .38 140 grain lead wad cutter, handload .38 158 grain lead semi-wad cutter, factory .357 magnum 125 grain jacketed flat point, and factory .357 158 grain lead round nose. The gun likes them all.
The only quirk is that when you are shooting rapid double action, you have to be sure to fully release the trigger. There is a point where you get a tactile feel short of the full release and your instant may be to pull again at that point. If you try to pull at that point but before full release it won't rotate or fire. Also, the ejection stroke is a little shorter than full case length. A vigorous stroke on the ejection rod will clear the cases, but a timed one may not clear them all.
great to see Colt getting back to basics and to what made them great originally.
Just picked mine up last Friday, heading to the range later this week.
Finish is called stonewash. Basically tubmbled in a media. Great for hiding scratches, used for blades in the knife world often.
I own a SP101 .357 Ruger & it shoots and handles better than my Glock G43.
I bought the .357 as extra security for when I go hunting. That gun is my baby!
Just bought one May '21. Very happy. Paid $1000 plus tax. A tiny touch of buyer's remorse the next day but then I started shooting it. Very happy now! I wanted a conceal carry revolver in 357. King Cobra shoots reasonably straight. Probably won't do much target shooting with magnum loads but it spits 38s nice. So far carry it with hot 357 loads and hope to never need it. I have had a Python for 40 years and the trigger on this gun compares very well. I surprised myself shooting double action as it is so identical to the original Python that I really didn't notice any difference... same pull, same hold spot, and same let off. I shoot da in that three step mode... pull to get hammer back, get sight picture, and bang. Kills tin cans dead at 50ft. I have a couple other revolvers and a couple three autos but this is my summer carry choice. Winter I go 1911 because it fits perfectly in the inside pocket of my winter work coat. This fits well in the back pocket of my Dickies work pants... long shirt to cover. Just an unarmed working slob far as the world knows! Looking for a decent cc holster if anyone has an idea.
I own a night cobra,a king cobra carry and a 4" king cobra.i use the 4 inch at the range every weekend and extremely happy with it.but learned the hard way about hot 357....Norma brand is not for range shooting.after 3 sets my barrel was very hot and the brass cases swell inside the barrel to where you have to pull them out one by one but as a defensive round.....wow!They Really kick compared to my federal brand i usually shoot.Anyhoo for the NC and KCC I bought a galco sr43b holster and it fits both snug.it also has a hammer strap so it keeps it from moving around.the galco sr46b should be perfect for a 4" as well as a 3".it also comes with a hammer strap which I prefer. Hope that helps.
Got a new Python about a month ago. Love it ! Just ordered a target model King Cobra yesterday.
Late to the party but just bought one. Great video! Figured I'd watch a review after I already "pulled the trigger" on getting one. Even more excited for my 72 hour wait to be up so I can take it straight to the range! ...after I find some ammo.
I've just purchased a Colt King Cobra and am just waiting for the weekend to pick it up. I'm buying it sight unseen -- or unfelt -- so this video was an excellent introduction to this remarkable piece. Very informative and well done. Thanks so much!!!
Thank you. They are very nice guns, I hope you enjoy it.
Just did the same. Needed a revolver in the collection, thought this fit the niche.
Bought one day 1. Love it, the action is unbelievable
Thank you for the good information. Your review is very helpful. I’m pulling for Colt to get back to it’s former glory. It would be great if all the snakes came back on the market.
Thank you. The prevailing rumor is that they will.
I have this exact same gun. I put 20 rounds of underwood 125 grain hollowpoint‘s through it and the transfer bar broke. The ammo is rated at 1700 FPS at the muzzle. I’m sending it in to be fixed. I intend to use the same ammo when I get it back but I don’t think this gun will handle a steady diet of the higher powered rounds.
Very fascinating! Good to know! 357 is a brute!
Colt has a video out stating the grip frame is identical to the Cobra, so your VZs should fit perfectly.
Great Video! I'm a huge Colt Fan! 🇺🇸
bob the hammer, grip higher on the backstrap, and get a appendix holster, and speed strips. That would be a slick machine!
People freak out about the MSRP, but compared to the Smith Performance Center, or the new Kimber 3 inch DASA, it's not too high.
Yeah but finish on those Kimbers looks 2x better.
I imagine the otc price will be high for a bit and settle into the mid $700 range.
Love my PC 586-7 and 629-6 357 and 44 mag revolvers, but the hammer is so light and smooth on the king cobra, worth getting if you're into wheelguns at all.
Chris L think they will be worth a lot?
excellent review. I love this weapon. Very nice job. Hello from France
Thank you. Hello from the USA.
A review I watched a couple of days ago on this gun was completely opposite of your review, they deemed the Cobra junk and said not to waste your money. I really like it, when the name COLT is mentioned it conjures images of the almighty sword Excalibur, except that it shoots.
I think some people won't like it (or any "re-release") simply because it is not the original.
I own the Night Cobra. It has the best trigger on a revolver I have found.
Great review. Just bought the latest version online. They said it was in stock, but these days one cannot be sure. Seems to be the exact same revolver as demo'd here. Didn't want the S&W 686-6, was just too big, but all the 4" versions were snapped up. This seemed like a decent carry-able alternative and someone had one in "blem" condition, but new, for $90 off retail.
Thank you. Hopefully it actually is in stock and they ship it out for you.
Fondled one of these yesterday; that thing had a smith and Wesson smooth ass trigger. Looking to buy one, super light-weight too!
OH, I want one of these. Thank you for the good upload, very helpful.
Thank you.
Colt offers the cobra now in the stainless steel finish like the king cobra. It's listed on their website now
Very good review that covered most things in detail. One of these may be in my future!
Thank you.
Would like to see the KC with a 4 and 6" barrels.
COLT...bring back the Python!! :)
Colt has announced they will make it with those barrels in the near future id say the 4 inch version will be released at the upcoming NRA meetings
Look for the python in 2020
If they bring back the Python, I hope they have the old style trigger guard, not this kind of squared looking thing. In fact it should be bright polished stainless or Royal Blue and as close to the original as a CNC can make it. This is just my opinion, of course, but that's the only Python I would be interested in.
Anderson C Science has proved a 3 /4 inch barrel is just as accurate as a longer one, also magnum pistol powders produce max FPS in a 3 “ barrel and making it longer actually slows bullets and create more cylinder gap gas blow by. 3” is scientifically superior. I like longer barrels aesthetics and balance better myself. Really liking this revolver, better than a cobra I shot . I thought it’s a Taurus 85 that says colt on it. This revolver looks like a COLT!
Logan Waltz Yes I know you are correct. But only to a limited extent. A 4” 38 special +p produces 200 fewer FPS than a 1-7/8 the inch 357 magnum. The 357 out of a 4” is nearly 33% more FPS than the 4”38special +p . When shot from 3” barrel the mag is only about 100-150 FPS slower than the 4” . Similar numbers come from the 38 +p 3” vs 4 “ . After 6” any increase is negligible and very meager at best . I want a 3” to replace my Tarus 85 . 38 special 158 grain round point pure lead bullets drivin slightly faster than speed of sound will drop any man center shot with it. It will always be my 1st shot out of my pocket gun. Brake a man’s back with a 38 special he will drop his firearm and crumple into a pile. I’d rather hit what I aim at that blow a big hole in whatever I hit. 38 special 1-7/8ths “ barrel Tarus 85 . I can shred a soda can at 40 large paces . At 15- yards I cut clover leafs with it . Regularly shoot 1 gal jugs at almost 100 yards with it. ( I gotta hold it correct’ the sights are not on that far away. They hit a little high at 40 paces. I understand what your saying. I only wanted to point out the difference is not dramatic. Bigger barrel does have real intimidation power . No one want to look down any barrel at a shooter, if he has a 6+ “ barrel all the worse.
I love everything about it but I’ll be waiting for the 4inch king cobra 🐍
Brian A. Schmidt Exactly why I’m waiting for the 4 inch 👌🏼
corona1candy - yes sir. They come out with a 4” with adjustable sights and I’m in. Very impressed with Colt on these. Not quite like the originals, but seem to be a bit better made than current Smiths and Rugers.
3 is better
@@bassinassassin9077 that's what I keep telling my gf
Hunter wolfe best I can do is 3 inches
I bought the Colt King Cobra Carry DAO. Love it. Will probably be stupid enough to get this version.
Nice review of a beautiful revolver. I appreciated your boar light. Probably pick one up for my collection.
Thank you.
It’s a nice piece had a chance to buy but went with a smith 3” 7 shot 357
How's that Smith working out for ya?
Haven't seen a new one. I have a 1989 4" polished stainless and love it.
What is the value of an original like that in excellent condition? Asking for a friend.
A Colt Gold cup trophy saved my ass 3 times when I was a junior officer
No, it did not. Who do you imagine might believe that.
Thank you for the reply, appreciate it, keep up the excellent work.
Happy to help!
They just released the 4 inch target version. Would love to see a review on that! I just bought this 3 inch version for winter carry. I love it, you really know you’re shooting magnum’s with it lol I really hope they re-release the Python, but only if it’s done right like the original ones. Great review as always brother 🇺🇸👍🏻
Thank you. I am hoping for the new Python and Anaconda :-)
Gunbroker has them for $769 now. Just have to wait a few months and they always come down. I hope the new Python follows that trend!
Colts King Cobra
The best wheel gun there is.
The King Cobra has had a few malfunctions with the cylinder stop not releasing the chamber when it is cocked and you hit the same shell casing that has already been fired and it does not fire!
Just purchased one today 357 kc...I fell in love with it...from California!
Altamont Grips are already available for this gun, the King Cobra 2019 model and the colt 2017 model have the same grip frame and Altamont has some very nice custom grips. Just make sure to click on the 2017 cobra model and not the older King Cobra on there website
I contacted Colt and got conformation that the grips are interchangeable the stock hoage grips come with an adapter to mount in the bottom, and the ones you have on the cobra you can put on the king cobra you just have to use that screw that comes with your custom cobra grips.
Did you ask if they would be bringing back the anaconda and python?
Liked and subscribed! I only have a python and a night cobra at the moment but plan on getting this next
Thank you. We have not yet handled the Night Cobra but they are nice looking.
Very nice. Just saw a review on the Ruger .357 sp 101. They're both gr8 revolvers. Gr8 vid. 🔫
Thank you.
Definitely my next gun purchase.
The rubber grip that it comes with, is quite comfy. But, is in major conflict with a speedloader. From my experience. Otherwise a great gun.
Now I want one
Watching this video, 4 years later, confirms why I wait a year or two before buying a gun after its initial release (or re-release in this case). So the manufacturer can work out the kinks, or in this case make the finish much more beautiful.
Personally, I REALLY dislike the finish on the 2019’s. In 2022 and 2023, when I purchased the 2 and 3 inch versions, the finish is absolutely beautiful. Just short of a mirror finish.
I like the gun! Ive had it for awhile now and its great for shooting and lite enough for comfortable all day carry but still shoots like a big gun too!
would you say its possible to carry it IWB? I used to IWB an fnx9. I have been carrying a glock 30 for the past couple of years
At 28 oz, my guess is the over-mold grips are needed, at least wanted by most. Colts name is iconic....hope it proves out, in quality, accuracy, dependability and accuracy..... Gloss beautiful blue finish, why not.....
For what Colt is giving us at present they are on tract to come out with the Python wit movable sights and Target Hamer and Trigger .mThe design is all there. Look out S&W you just might see an eight shot Python...
"Travesty" I say.
Nice! Great review!
Thank you.
On some of the SHOT show vids, the Colt guy said the sight and grips were interchangeable between the Cobra & King Cobra.
Yes, the early 2018 Cobras had the same Hogue Monogrip Tamer. It was the same model that Colt first used on the short-lived Magnum Carry twenty years ago. It also fits legacy D-Frames like the Detective Special.
The screw merely threads into Hogue's add-on stirrup, which can be removed if you want to replace the Monogrip with conventional two-piece stocks. You might need to fit a stock locator pin to the frame, but some aftermarket stock manufacturers already ship this pin with their Colt stocks.
I hope the python comes back soon but the Cobra looks nice
I've been doing dry-fire practice everyday since I got the new Colt using a lightswitch or door knob as a point of aim. The trigger is getting progressively smoother as the metal parts burnish. One complaint I have is the stock Hogue grip. It is rather to narrow and sort for my big hands. My pinky doesn't sit firmly and comfortably on the grip bottom. I need a longer and fatter grip that fits this gun. Two-hand hold is not too bad and will be used in most defensive shooting situations, but I don't feel my hand is firmly planted on enough grip real estate with single-hand hold in either hand. One should practice pistol marksmanship with both right and left hands. One should master double-action mode and proper trigger reset. Dry-fire can develop a lot of trigger-control training.
Looking at recoil tables for a handgun cartridges, my new 1.75 pound King Cobra should be on par with a standard 1911 .45 firing .357 rounds at about 8 foot-pounds or so. I've had lot of live firing practice with 1911s. They hurt your elbows when resting them on a wooden bench, however. The 1911 has a more hand-filling grip than this Cobra, however.
I need to get a job before I buy another gun, but I need one of these.
Juat noticed the trigger guard. It looks irregularly shaped like someone slammed the trigger guard against a block of wood and bent it inwards a little. Anyone else notice?
You mean there's people who need to be told not to carry a revolver with hammer cocked?
Very cool looking gun!
I wish the the Colt Cobra could handle occasional .357 magnum. It would have been my choice. But now that both the Cobra and King Cobra are approved for sale in California I expect prices to stabilize in the lower direction. The King can be a full-time .357 shooter, just like my S&W 686P.
Absolutely gorgeous. So, for me, it's either this or a Ruger GP100-Match Champion. Either way, I'm guessing that I'll be spending close to a grand by the time I'm ready to buy. Was going with the Ruger until I saw this stunner. If it were a 4 inch barrel, the decision would already have been made. :)
Colt has said there will be a 4 and probably 6 inch barrel in the future i would say the 4 inch will be released in a couple of months
Have both, the 3 in. Colt is excellent for a 3 inch, but it would be very difficult to surpass the Match Champion in a 4 inch, unless it was a new Python. A 4 inch Cobra in my opinion would
not be on the same level as the Match Champion.
@@richty3845 , thanks for the update. Yeah, I held the Match Champion a few weeks ago and man, what a perfect fit. Now, I don't have particularly large hands but the MC seems a bit smaller than I estimated it would be from the videos I've seen. Still, love the weight and just outstandingly balanced feel. Thanks, again.
I had a six-inch King Cobra back in 1991...unfortunately I got in a financial bind and sold it. Personally, I would love to see Colt make some carbon-steel versions of these new revolvers and hopefully we'll see a return of the Python.
I had a colt metropolitan and a detective special. can you hear me kicking myself.
Ultra precision machining or not , that thing put rounds where they needed to go..
This would have been superlative had it come out in the 1970s 80s pre wondernineglock era, reminds me of the Diamondback, and that thick top strap is a ready option for an adjustable sight,...or not. Soon to be overstocked and more price favorable.
If Colt made a python with the same quality of old. There would be a waiting list for YEARS and they could charge what they want...
This Cobra can't hold a candle to the original Cobra. Doubt they would re-issue the Python with the same quality of yore.
Don`t underestimate revolvers for EDC. Reliability is a very underrated quality.
The HKS M3 speedloaders don't function well with the new Colt King Cobra. I have both rubber and wood grips, same results.
❤ Colt
I'm drooling!!
The King Cobra 🐍
Nice Colt and glad they are making revolvers again. Dose it come blued, if so I'm gona get one. Have 1980 Colt Trooper MK 111 paid $280. Well Done Presentation 👍
Thank you.
I went from shooting a 500 magnum daily to this. I'm not trying to be that guy but trust me. Shooting a very large caliber like a 44 45 or even the 500 really helps with shooting a caliber like 357 when it comes to recoil.
I agree. At the range I shoot the big guys first, then bring out the kids. Does help the aim.
Very handsome revolver. I hope my knuckle doesn't get busted, using the stock grips; because I'd hate to have to switch to a grip material that is less pleasant to shoot.
I did enjoy your review. However the Ruger GP100 .357 magnum and 9mm revolvers have 8 shot cylinders.
$1500 buy now? Those guys are delusional. I won’t even pay $1000 for this gun. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a cool gun and probably a good one, but for cheaper you can get a comparable smith that’s just as good or better.
I agree 1500 bucks is too high
Lmao at you
The mrsp is like $1000 I thought, but wait half a year these will be $800. The regular cobra they put out earlier has dropped substantially in price.
I got mine from an online gun shop shipped to my ffl dealer for $888 plus $20 transfer fee total of $900
@@brandong8295 Saw it for $800 2 days ago, that was Mar.19, 2019.
Long Live The King!!
The finishes looked brushed and then dropped in a vibratory polisher for a while. Not sure. Maybe shot-peened or bead-blasted.
I had a 4" stainless back in the 80's. Being young and poor, when the motor blew up in my car I sold it. I think I got $250 for it.
planedr, I've been there, too. I think that many of us have.
don't feel bad - i GAVE mine to my brother for protection - he was a long haul driver at the time, then he traded it later for another gun - back then, mid 80's you could buy those Cobra's all day long for under $300.00 - I still kick myself because i've NEVER sold any of the firearms i've bought so im sure i would've still had that Cobra too - even worse, i never bought another one to replace the one i gave him - at that time, the Cobras were no big deal in the revolver world
Would love an original 3” cobra and 6” python they’re beautiful guns
What's that cool little green plastic hook you shine down the barrel around 9 Minutes in the video?
That bore light was given to us by our friends over at Guns Galore. It is a Birchwood Casey 41502 and can be found on Amazon and other online sites if you are not near Guns Galore.
I want, no I need the carry model. Think it may replace the G43 or at least push it down onto my ankle
Well done video !
Thank you, Enjoyed your review
Thank you.
I’m glad Colt is back in the revolver business however, these just look cheap. They look like Taurus or Charter Arms. Not sure if it’s the finish or what, but they’re lacking something. Certainly not worth the high price. Same goes for most new Smith and Wesson’s. Just don’t have that same finesse or feel to them. Personally the only one that does have that quality feel and utterly dependable track record to boot is a Ruger SP101. Those guns are very well made, quality, and actually have sort of the feel of an older Smith or Colt. I’m glad Colt doesn’t have the internal locks but I’d like to see them smooth out some of the rough edges and maybe start offering some classic Colt versions with wood grips.
Lol.. You’re an idiot and have no idea what your talking about. Today’s Smith’s look and shoot great. Go back to playing call of duty loser SMH…..
@@davidsaul2707 Settle down Beavis
Very nice.
Great video
Thank you.
I have one on the way. Will only shoot 38s with it since the recoil will be very minor. And 38s is more than anyone will ever need. 22 lr is plenty for almost all situations.
It is an expensive gun, depends what you want it for. For $1500 I could buy 3 really good high capacity pistols, namely glock, cz and beretta. However, if you don't care how much you spend and only want a 6 shooter, buy it. Each to his own I guess.
Available online for $800
I bought one and love it!
Once owned a highly polished stainless Colt King Cobra 4". Never could get past the two drilled holes in the top strap and those little black nylon plugs. Hammer also looked casted and contained a couple of goofs. Traded for a Springer .45 stainless. Later purchased a SW 686+ 4" and have never looked back.
I noticed you mentioned how large this is a couple of times. How does it compare to the Cobra dimensionally, outside of the obvious extra inch of barrel? I thought they were essentially the same, other than the top strap being a little thicker.
We are in the process of doing a comparison between them, and handling them concurrently - they are not as much different as it seemed. The barrel is longer of course. Other than that they are actually quite similar.
I have an sp101 engraved. So far that is the only revolver that has broken my heart and left me hanging at the wrong fucking time. I was gonna buy another, but than the K6s came out, i bought one and realized why the sp101 would lock up and not fire. Random... the ejector rod is paper thin. No reviews, so far, have addressed it. I'm curious as to if the King Cobra will suffer the same issues. Great video...
I would also like to see the K6s with a bigger brother (frame) option. And 3"/4" barrel options. Hell, even a larger capacity, or even 44mag model.
Sweet gun, but what is that tiny square on the right side just in front of the trigger guard?
It is a variation of a QR type code, likely with the Serial Number encoded.
Its not a Large Revolver... its not a mid-sized revolver... it sets in between a small (J) and (K) frame ... very similar to the size of the Ruger SP101 and Charter Bulldog size .. Its a Colt ( D) sized revolver
I don't consider this a true King Cobra! I had an original back in the late 80's 357 mag, 4" barrel, full lug, and adjustable sights. That was the true King Cobra imo!
Cheap imitation of the King. This is a Joker. None of the finer details are present re: trigger, hammer spur, adj sight, detail re ejector shroud housing, top rib, emblem on grip ... all not present on this cheap Joker. A real mockery of the original King. Very disappointing. I will wait until Colt decides to do justice to the original revolvers ... and not throw us cheap rehashing of the past.
I guess your hands or maybe mindset seem to affect the opinion of the grips. Other vids have complaints while some either are neutral or like them. I have a 2" version coming - interested to see how they feel to me. Of course, I can try new grips if I want...
Not going to waste my money on this one. I’ll wait for the Python and Anaconda. Kinda reminds me of when I was younger and they had the Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am. Why waste your money on the Firebird?
I own an 80s model of this gun with a 6 inche barrel
Bought one today
How is your Colt King Cobra doing any issues as of today, I am supposed to pick mine up in a couple days.
It has worked flawlessly every time we have taken it out, I hope you enjoy yours.