Videos tagged with D Frame

This "From the Vault" episode from Brownells, hosted by Keith Ford, details the Colt Diamondback revolver. Introduced in 1966 as a less expensive alternative to the Python, the Diamondback is based on the D frame, unlike the Python's I frame. It was chambered in .38 Special and .22 LR, with barrel lengths of 2.5, 4, and 6 inches. Key differences from the Python include exterior finish quality and internal fitting, with the Diamondback featuring a fixed firing pin compared to the Python's frame-mounted one. Production ran from 1966 to 1988, with rumors of a stainless steel revival.

This video provides an expert-level review of the Colt Diamondback revolver, presented by hickok45, who demonstrates its shooting characteristics and discusses its place in Colt's lineage. The review highlights the firearm's accuracy, handling, and collectibility, comparing it favorably to the Colt Python while detailing its D-frame construction and production history. hickok45's high authority level is evident through his deep knowledge of Colt frame designations and revolver mechanics.