Colt Cobra

[Captain Crunch]

Here's my latest acquisition, a Colt Cobra .38 Special, made in 1963, in mint condition. It has no blemishes or scratches, only a very faint turn line on the cylinder, and no holster wear. The finish on the grip frame is not worn, which indicates it has been handled very little. The lock-up is bank vault tight, typical of Colt wheelguns. The fit between the crane & frame is barely visible. I paid $425.00 for it.



If I had to guess, I'd say it has been fired no more than one cylinder full. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that this gun has been squirreled away in a nightstand or sock drawer for the last 40 some years.

Stay tuned for a forthcoming range report. (I buy guns to shoot, not to collect). Before the range, tho, I'll have to do a complete teardown and lube job.



The retro holster is a Chic Gaylord design called the Super Sleuth, from Bell Charter Oak Holsters. Gaylord was a pioneer concealed carry holster maker back in the day.(I ordered the holster about 6 weeks ago, while the gun was still in layaway). The ammo is Federal 158 grain LSWC, standard pressure. No +P ammo for this snake!

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[eagle5]

Terry, that is a very nice acquisition. You have to love it when you come across a find like this.

[P95Carry]

Oh my - I'd say you lucked out on that . Not the lowest of prices but considering condition and desirability very acceptible. You can't lose on that.

That is the sorta aquisition we dream about - older gun all but unused and well kept. Reminds me of Cagney & Lacey - I am sure one of them toted the Cobra.

[JD]

Very nice indeed,

[inferno3]

Nice, I love the colt revolvers .

[pistola]

That's a nice one!

[OD*]

Beautiful old Colt, Terry.

If you're interested in Chic Gaylord and his designs, have you read his book, Handgunner's Guide: Including the Art of the Quick-draw and Combat Shooting? Good book, a lot of dated material now, but a great look into Chic.

[Captain Crunch]

If you're interested in Chic Gaylord and his designs, have you read his book, Handgunner's Guide: Including the Art of the Quick-draw and Combat Shooting? Good book, a lot of dated material now, but a great look into Chic.

I have a signed first edition copy.

[Bud White]

Very nice i have one and like it very much

[Laserlips]

Captain Crunch:

I love the old D frame Colts.. Might I recommend you consider a Tyler -Tgrip for your pristine Cobra?

Tylers are still available online, they aren't very expensive, and they REALLY give you a better grip.

I know mine are the wrong color, but it's what I had laying around and they've been on the Cobra's so long now I don't have the heart to replace them..

Nice Cobra!

JP

[OD*]

I have a signed first edition copy.

Excellent, congratulations.

I'm a big fan of Chic's.

[Captain Crunch]

Might I recommend you consider a Tyler -Tgrip for your pristine Cobra?

Got one on order, as a matter of fact.

Thanks, JP.

[Team American]

Beautiful revolver, Terry!...

[rodc13]

That's a great pick-up. The Cobra, Agent and Detective Specials are some of my favorite handguns. I used to have a Dick Special years ago, but sold it in a time of financial need. I plan to acquire another when I find a good example. I bought my young bride a Cobra (pictured below) for her birthday this year. It's an excellent shooter, as well as a good carry weapon. I've always preferred the Colt six-shooter to the S&W five.

[Ping Ping]

Oh those old Colt wheelies... Probably the finest revolvers ever made.