1953 Colt Cobra *Updated with pictures*

[Hunt200]

Might have a lead on a well used 1953 Colt Cobra from a retiring LEO, I know it is hard giving a price without seeing it, but any ball park prices?

 

[Farmer17]

$300-400 depending on how used/abused.

 

[JcMack]

First Issue Cobra RB guns are long frame. If it's original I'm thinking it's got Coltwood (plastic) grips well known for shrinking. That particular frame has the least original grips available if your thinking you will need to replace them. Around here Colt Det Spec patterned guns like Cobra, and Agent are commanding big prices. Finish is unimportant as long as it passes the Colt lock up tests.

 

[Hunt200]

Thanks guys. I have no idea what it even looks like, my friend saw it and said it was well used which could mean anything. He seems to think the guy wants around a c note for it, which would make it mine. I never refuse a revolver for a c note.

 

[tripledipper]

You cant even buy parts for a hundred bucks. Wish I could find these deals!

 

[Old cop]

I have a Cobra purchased in '68 for $85 as my first off-duty weapon. I still carry it and it shoots great. For that price go for it!

 

[straightshooter1]

I just bought a well-used 1957 (according to ProofHouse) on this forum for $235 delivered. It is mechanically sound, but has some finish wear and needed some minor rust removed.

Sounds like the Cobra you describe is a shooter, so I'd sure want to pay shooter price not collectible price.

Bob

 

[Hunt200]

OK I got it, what do you think? It sure has been used. Here are a couple of quick shots.

 

[sheriffoconee]

anytime you want your C note back hit me up.....I am not partial to the Colts, but I like it...I would have bought it too

 

[Hunt200]

anytime you want your C note back hit me up.....I am not partial to the Colts, but I like it...I would have bought it too

Ha, if you gave me a c note I would be making 30 bucks profit!

 

[sheriffoconee]

I hope you at least kissed him Hunt......Great price on a great gun....

 

[JcMack]

That's a pretty nice specimen. Knock the rust off with Blue Wonder or something. I'm sure you know that Colt recommends no +P. I do carry mine with 158 gr. lead +p HP's however. Grips look good. They're usually a mess on Colt's that old. I think S&W did a better job on grips. All you need is a #5 Tyler.

 

[truckemup97]

Looks like the perfect carry piece to me. And a sweet price, too.

 

[gregintenn]

I'll double your money! I think you paid for the grips and got the revolver free.

 

[gregintenn]

I have a second model that looks like new. I know this will probably get me ran off from here, but it is smoother than any Smith and Wesson I own.

 

[Old cop]

You got a bargin! I still have my Cobra, purchased new in 1968 as an off-duty weapon, and it still shoots great. I'd keep it, shoot it (no +P stuff) to get familiar with it, and carry it. They are great snubbies.

 

[TheHobbyist]

I love the older colt actions on these...that's why i'm looking for one!

Good find

 

[Hunt200]

Thanks everyone, I am very happy with it!!

 

[Jim in Wisconsin]

Bought a '61 Cobra last year-$400++. Pristine condition less a small bluing mark on the top rear of the frame. Didn't blink an eye on the price after seeing the condition.

 

[Cyrano]

If you think that's 'well used', I'd hate for you to see some of the guns in my collection! And I shoot them, too.