Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt King Cobra.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: King Cobra
Serial: K4172C
Date of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: 6" Full-Lug Barrel
Optics/Sights: Pinned Orange Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic Finger Groove Grips with Inlaid Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1988 Colt King Cobra is a highly regarded .357 Magnum double-action revolver produced during the early years of the model's original production, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship and smooth action that made Colt revolvers legendary. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the King Cobra is built on Colt's strengthened MK V action, which was engineered to provide increased durability while preserving the exceptionally smooth double-action trigger pull and crisp single-action break for which Colt was famous. Constructed entirely from stainless steel, the revolver typically features a heavy barrel with a full-length underlug, adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, and factory rubber grips that provide excellent balance and recoil control. Chambered in .357 Magnum and capable of firing .38 Special ammunition, the King Cobra quickly earned a reputation for outstanding accuracy, robust construction, and refined fit and finish. Produced in far smaller numbers than many competing .357 Magnum revolvers, early examples, such as those manufactured in 1988, are especially desirable among collectors, representing the classic era of Colt double-action revolver production before significant changes in the company's manufacturing processes. Today, the 1988 Colt King Cobra is prized for its rarity, premium craftsmanship, exceptional shooting characteristics, and status as one of Colt's finest stainless steel magnum revolvers.
Contents:
Model: King Cobra
Serial: K4172C
Date of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: 6" Full-Lug Barrel
Optics/Sights: Pinned Orange Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic Finger Groove Grips with Inlaid Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The 1988 Colt King Cobra is a highly regarded .357 Magnum double-action revolver produced during the early years of the model's original production, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship and smooth action that made Colt revolvers legendary. Manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company, the King Cobra is built on Colt's strengthened MK V action, which was engineered to provide increased durability while preserving the exceptionally smooth double-action trigger pull and crisp single-action break for which Colt was famous. Constructed entirely from stainless steel, the revolver typically features a heavy barrel with a full-length underlug, adjustable rear sight, ramp front sight, and factory rubber grips that provide excellent balance and recoil control. Chambered in .357 Magnum and capable of firing .38 Special ammunition, the King Cobra quickly earned a reputation for outstanding accuracy, robust construction, and refined fit and finish. Produced in far smaller numbers than many competing .357 Magnum revolvers, early examples, such as those manufactured in 1988, are especially desirable among collectors, representing the classic era of Colt double-action revolver production before significant changes in the company's manufacturing processes. Today, the 1988 Colt King Cobra is prized for its rarity, premium craftsmanship, exceptional shooting characteristics, and status as one of Colt's finest stainless steel magnum revolvers.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Colt case and all other contents pictured above.
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 Details
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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/1193446144 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-08-16 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
110 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-08-16 18:52:20 |
