I wish CZ never bought out Colt…

Jocko-44 · Jun 8, 2024

My wallet is tired of being punished! My fourth 2020 Python. 3” Combat Elite and boy it is sweet! Was a little apprehensive about the G10 grips in pics, but I am very happy with them once I picked her up. They are amazing. I wish S&W made new revolvers like this, but oh well. Colt has definitely stepped up to the plate with their new wheel gun offerings.

dsf · Jun 9, 2024

This probably won't help you save any $$$ -

The grips are new made "old model" from Deer Hollow. Rear sight is Wilson and the blade front is EGW to match the higher Wilson rear.

S-W4EVER · Jun 9, 2024

I think a lot of us figured it was probably good news when CZ bought Colt.

Breakaway500 · Jun 9, 2024

Ive bought 6 new Colts..soon to be a 7th once my new 4" Kodiak arrives.I buy what makes me smile and the new CZ/Colts have yet to disappoint. Bought a Kimber too. Just too nice to ignore.

I feel bad for S&W but it's their people making the decisions. Lots of new autoloaders coming out of their plant so that must be what the bean counters are counting on.

Jocko-44 · Jun 9, 2024

dsf said:
This probably won't help you save any $$$ -

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The grips are new made "old model" from Deer Hollow. Rear sight is Wilson and the blade front is EGW to match the higher Wilson rear.

Very nice!

petepeterson · Jun 9, 2024

We're going to need a sub-forum dedicated to new Colts soon...

How does the 3" balance vs. the 4"?

Some guns just look right a certain way. A Python looks like a 4" revolver to me.

A 3" Smith 13 looks perfect, while a 3" N-Frame doesn't.

All my opinion, of course.

Jocko-44 · Jun 9, 2024

S-W4EVER said:
I think a lot of us figured it was probably good news when CZ bought Colt.

It was! I was joking

Jocko-44 · Jun 9, 2024

Breakaway500 said:
Ive bought 6 new Colts..soon to be a 7th once my new 4" Kodiak arrives.I buy what makes me smile and the new CZ/Colts have yet to disappoint. Bought a Kimber too. Just too nice to ignore.

I feel bad for S&W but it's their people making the decisions. Lots of new autoloaders coming out of their plant so that must be what the bean counters are counting on.

I agree! At least we have the old Smiths. I really like my Kimber K6, my next one will probably be a DCR or 3” hammerless.

ladder13 · Jun 9, 2024

Waiting on a new 2 1/2 blue Python.

Jocko-44 · Jun 9, 2024

petepeterson said:
We're going to need a sub-forum dedicated to new Colts soon...

How does the 3" balance vs. the 4"?

Some guns just look right a certain way. A Python looks like a 4" revolver to me.

A 3" Smith 13 looks perfect, while a 3" N-Frame doesn't.

All my opinion, of course.

Balance is really awesome! Unfluted cylinder definitely gives it some heft. I really like the 4" in a Python too, I prefer it the traditional way with two vent ribs instead of three. Three just looks to busy in my opinion. Im just glad Colt/CZ is giving so many new options to offer potential buyers.

Shooter-2 · Jun 9, 2024

Colt KC in .22

While on the subject of Colts, what is the consensus on the King Cobra 10 shot .22? I am on the fence about getting one.

Bald1 · Jun 9, 2024

How does the external locks work on a Colt ?

Enzo Rules · Jun 9, 2024

That Combat Elite sure is pretty.

Breakaway500 · Jun 9, 2024

Shooter-2 said:
While on the subject of Colts, what is the consensus on the King Cobra 10 shot .22? I am on the fence about getting one.

I handled a 6" KC in .22 yesterday. If it had been a 4" model,that would have left with me as well. The fit and finish were excellent and the trigger was perfect.

"How does the external locks work on a Colt ?"

It doesn't.

CH4 · Jun 9, 2024

ladder13 said:
Waiting on a new 2 1/2 blue Python.

Yep, me too!
Also hoping they come out with a 4” Anaconda in 45 Colt.

RobertK3026 · Jun 9, 2024

Not to hijack post, but now with the resurgence of revolvers I hope that .357/.38 ammo will become more available and a more reasonable price.
By the way congrats on the new Colt, nice firearm.

ladder13 · Jun 9, 2024

Shooter-2 said:
While on the subject of Colts, what is the consensus on the King Cobra 10 shot .22? I am on the fence about getting one.

I have a 4”,-4, 10 shot 617 or would be all over a 4” Cobra 10 shot.

S-W4EVER · Jun 9, 2024

RobertK3026 said:
Not to hijack post, but now with the resurgence of revolvers I hope that .357/.38 ammo will become more available and a more reasonable price....

That would sure be nice!

Jocko-44 · Jun 9, 2024

Shooter-2 said:
While on the subject of Colts, what is the consensus on the King Cobra 10 shot .22? I am on the fence about getting one.

I handled a 6" the other day, very sharp gun. Wasn't a fan of the rubber grips, if I ever pick one up it will a 4" with wood stocks. The "dented" Cobra trigger guard isn't really my cup of tea, I'm slowly warming up to it though. Still hoping for a Diamondback or something similar in .38 someday in 2.5" snubbie!

CajunBass · Jun 9, 2024

Shooter-2 said:
While on the subject of Colts, what is the consensus on the King Cobra 10 shot .22? I am on the fence about getting one.

If I didn't already have 4, 22's, I'd have gotten a King Cobra already.

Ruger Single-Six, 1951 K-22, Harrington and Richardson 926, and a North American Arms Mini 22 LR.

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