Colt King Cobra - Problems, Malfunctions, and Failures OH MY!

Published on February 19, 2020
Duration: 10:00

This video details significant quality control issues experienced with a Colt King Cobra revolver, including a misaligned side plate and a trigger mechanism failure attributed to a faulty trigger return spring. The presenter highlights poor customer service from Colt and compares the King Cobra unfavorably to budget revolvers and higher-end models like the Kimber K6s, suggesting a decline in Colt's manufacturing standards.

Quick Summary

The Colt King Cobra has been reported to suffer from quality control issues, including misaligned side plates and trigger mechanism failures due to faulty trigger return springs. Colt has acknowledged these issues but has not issued recalls, leading to dissatisfaction among owners regarding both product quality and customer service.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Colt King Cobra
  2. 00:48Initial Quality Issues: Side Plate Misalignment
  3. 01:10Ejector Plunger Sticking Problem
  4. 01:47Major Malfunction: Trigger Failure
  5. 02:33Colt Customer Service Experience
  6. 03:00Community Feedback on Cobra/King Cobra Issues
  7. 04:28Colt Acknowledges Trigger Return Spring Problem
  8. 05:03Critique of Colt's Slogan and Manufacturing
  9. 06:02RMA and Repair Delays
  10. 06:38Return of Firearm: Unresolved Issues
  11. 07:35Price vs. Quality Comparison
  12. 08:18New Colt Python (2020) Issues
  13. 08:55Comparison: Colt Anaconda
  14. 09:21Recommendation: Avoid New Colt Production?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are common problems reported with the Colt King Cobra?

Common issues reported with the Colt King Cobra include misaligned side plates due to sloppy machining, sticking ejector plungers, and significant mechanical failures like the hammer not catching or the trigger mechanism locking up, often attributed to faulty trigger return springs.

Did Colt acknowledge issues with the King Cobra's trigger return spring?

Yes, Colt acknowledged known problems with trigger return springs in early batches of the Cobra and King Cobra. They stated they had a redesigned part to fix the issue but did not issue a recall for affected firearms.

How does the Colt King Cobra's quality compare to its price?

The Colt King Cobra, often priced over $900, is considered by some owners to have quality issues that are unacceptable for its price point. It is unfavorably compared to both budget revolvers and premium models like the Kimber K6s, suggesting a decline in manufacturing standards.

What was the repair experience like for a faulty Colt King Cobra?

The repair experience for a faulty Colt King Cobra involved significant delays, poor communication from Colt customer service, and ultimately, the firearm was returned with unresolved cosmetic issues (side plate misalignment) and no detailed notes on the internal repairs performed.

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