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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Anaconda, introduced in 1990, marked the return of Colt's large-frame double-action revolvers after the discontinuation of the New Service in 1942. Based on the successful King Cobra design, the Anaconda featured a stainless steel construction and a transfer bar ignition-safety action, specifically engineered to handle the powerful .44 Magnum round. With a massive forged frame and heat-treated cylinder, it was built for maximum strength and durability. The Anaco …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:In 1942, Colt discontinued its large-frame double-action revolver, the New Service. Colt would not build another large-frame model until 1990 when it introduced the Colt Anaconda. The Anaconda was a stainless steel revolver based on the proven King Cobra revolver design, using a transfer bar ignition-safety action. The Anaconda was designed for unlimited use of .44 Magnum ammo and had a massive forged frame and cylinder heat treatment to provide maximum strength. It was c …

SPECIFICATIONS: Manufacturer: ColtModel: AnacondaSerial: MM90086Date of Manufacture: 1996Caliber: .44 Magnum / .44 SpecialFinish: Stainless SteelBarrel Length: 5" Pinned Ventilated RibbedOptics/Sights: Pinned Orange Insert Blade Front / Adjustable White Outline RearStock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic w/ Finger Grooves & Inlaid Colt MedallionsAction: DoubleMarkings: Standard Bryant Ridge's Analysis:In 1942 Colt discontinued its large frame double action revolver, the New Service. Colt would not bu …