Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver that was intended to be highly concealable for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Cobra.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Cobra
Serial: C68372
Date of Manufacture: 1972
Caliber: .38 Spl
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Integral Ramp Front with Frame Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grip
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Cobra is a lightweight double-action revolver originally introduced in 1950 by Colt's Manufacturing Company as part of the company’s popular small-frame “D-frame” revolver series. Designed as a lighter alternative to the steel-framed Detective Special, the Cobra featured an aluminum alloy frame paired with a steel barrel and cylinder, which significantly reduced its overall weight while maintaining the reliability expected of Colt revolvers. Chambered primarily in .38 Special, the original Cobra typically used a six-shot cylinder and a compact barrel length—most commonly two inches—making it particularly well suited for concealed carry and plainclothes law enforcement work. The revolver operates in the traditional double-action/single-action format, allowing shooters to fire by either pulling the trigger through a longer double-action stroke or manually cocking the hammer for a lighter, more precise single-action shot. Early Cobra revolvers featured Colt’s distinctive internal lock work and smooth trigger action, which contributed to their reputation for excellent handling and accuracy in a compact defensive revolver.
Model: Cobra
Serial: C68372
Date of Manufacture: 1972
Caliber: .38 Spl
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Integral Ramp Front with Frame Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grip
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Cobra is a lightweight double-action revolver originally introduced in 1950 by Colt's Manufacturing Company as part of the company’s popular small-frame “D-frame” revolver series. Designed as a lighter alternative to the steel-framed Detective Special, the Cobra featured an aluminum alloy frame paired with a steel barrel and cylinder, which significantly reduced its overall weight while maintaining the reliability expected of Colt revolvers. Chambered primarily in .38 Special, the original Cobra typically used a six-shot cylinder and a compact barrel length—most commonly two inches—making it particularly well suited for concealed carry and plainclothes law enforcement work. The revolver operates in the traditional double-action/single-action format, allowing shooters to fire by either pulling the trigger through a longer double-action stroke or manually cocking the hammer for a lighter, more precise single-action shot. Early Cobra revolvers featured Colt’s distinctive internal lock work and smooth trigger action, which contributed to their reputation for excellent handling and accuracy in a compact defensive revolver.
Over time the Cobra became popular among civilians, detectives, and off-duty police officers because it offered a combination of manageable size, reduced weight, and dependable .38 Special performance. Production of the original aluminum-framed Cobra continued through the 1970s before eventually being discontinued, but the model name returned decades later when Colt reintroduced a modernized version of the Cobra in 2017. The contemporary model, also called the Colt Cobra, features a stainless steel frame and cylinder along with updated ergonomics, improved sights, and a six-shot capacity while still maintaining the classic snub-nose revolver profile that made the original so popular. Because of its long history and its role as one of the earliest successful lightweight defensive revolvers, the Colt Cobra remains highly regarded by collectors and shooters who appreciate its blend of classic Colt craftsmanship, practical defensive design, and historical significance in the evolution of compact carry revolvers.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1162254365 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-29 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
700 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-29 17:05:15 |
