Making Silly Colt Grip Video While the Gun World Burns!

Published on May 1, 2019
Duration: 7:56

This guide details the installation of Altamont grips on a Colt Cobra, emphasizing the importance of proper alignment and the use of stabilizing pins for a secure fit. The presenter, TheYankeeMarshal, highlights the aesthetic and ergonomic improvements these grips offer over factory options, making the firearm both look and feel better. The process involves careful handling of small parts and ensuring the firearm is safe throughout.

Quick Summary

Altamont grips offer significant aesthetic and ergonomic improvements for firearms like the Colt Cobra. Installation involves ensuring the firearm is unloaded, carefully aligning the new grips with stabilizing pins and screw holes, and then securing them with the provided screw. These grips enhance handling by providing better texture and an extended base for a more stable hold.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Grip Showcase
  2. 00:35Addressing Community Concerns
  3. 00:48Personal Stance & Video Purpose
  4. 01:21Introducing Altamont Grips
  5. 01:49Preparing the Colt Cobra
  6. 02:00Ammunition Details
  7. 02:09Removing Old Grips
  8. 02:37Installing New Grips - Pins & Alignment
  9. 03:00Screw Installation & Tightening
  10. 03:14Grip Improvement & Handling
  11. 04:48King Cobra Grip Update (Future)
  12. 05:44Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you install Altamont grips on a Colt Cobra?

To install Altamont grips on a Colt Cobra, first ensure the firearm is unloaded. Remove the old grips, then align the new Altamont grips, paying close attention to the small stabilizing pins and the grip screw hole. Insert the pins, then the screw, tightening it until snug but not overtightened. Test for stability.

What are the benefits of Altamont grips for a Colt Cobra?

Altamont grips offer significant aesthetic and ergonomic improvements over factory grips. They provide better texture for enhanced grip, a more comfortable feel in hand, and an extended base that allows for a more stable three-finger hold on snubnose revolvers, improving handling.

Are Altamont grips expensive?

The presenter notes that Altamont grips cost approximately $62 per set. While not the cheapest option, they are considered a worthwhile investment due to their high quality, excellent fit, and the substantial improvement they offer in both the look and feel of the firearm.

What type of ammunition is shown in the video for the Colt Cobra?

The ammunition shown for the Colt Cobra is Corbon DPX solid copper hollow points, specifically in 38 Special +P caliber. The presenter indicates this is the type of ammunition they actually use in the firearm.

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