Does the new Colt Cobra Deserve to be called a Colt?

Published on December 14, 2017
Duration: 9:46

This video provides an expert review of the new Colt Cobra, comparing it to older Colt revolvers like the Magnum Carry. The speaker, an experienced firearms enthusiast, uses empirical testing to assess trigger pull weight and discusses design changes such as sights and trigger guards. The review aims to determine if the new Cobra lives up to the Colt legacy.

Quick Summary

The new Colt Cobra features a lighter double-action trigger pull (approx. 7 lbs) and a replaceable fiber optic front sight, distinguishing it from older models like the Magnum Carry (approx. 8 lbs 3 oz trigger, integrated sight). These functional improvements suggest the new Cobra upholds aspects of the Colt legacy, despite design changes.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Introduction: Cobra's Colt Legacy
  2. 01:20Speaker's Colt Collection Showcase
  3. 02:08Cobra vs. Magnum Carry Comparison
  4. 02:36Key Physical Differences
  5. 04:12Trigger Assessment Discussion
  6. 05:08Trigger Weight Test Results

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the new Colt Cobra's trigger pull compare to older Colt revolvers?

The new Colt Cobra features a lighter double-action trigger pull, averaging around 7 lbs, as measured by a Lyman trigger pull gauge. This is notably lighter than the older Colt Magnum Carry, which averaged approximately 8 lbs 3 oz.

What are the main design differences between the new Colt Cobra and the Colt Magnum Carry?

Key differences include the Cobra's replaceable fiber optic front sight versus the Magnum Carry's integrated sight, and a larger trigger guard on the Cobra for glove use. Structurally, they are very similar, though the Cobra is chambered in .38 Special and the Magnum Carry in .357 Magnum.

Does the new Colt Cobra deserve to be called a Colt, according to the expert?

The speaker, an experienced Colt owner, suggests that while critics argue it doesn't feel like a traditional Colt, empirical testing shows functional improvements like a lighter trigger pull and better sights, indicating it upholds aspects of the Colt legacy.

What tools were used to assess the Colt Cobra's performance?

The video specifically highlights the use of a Lyman digital trigger pull gauge to empirically measure the double-action trigger pull weights of both the new Colt Cobra and the older Colt Magnum Carry for a direct comparison.

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