Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this amazing double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Colt Cobra “Second Issue!"
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Cobra “Second Issue”
Serial: F86389
Date of Manufacture: 1974
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Long Ramp Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
After World War II, Colt was among the first firearms manufacturers to experiment with new “Space Age” materials such as aluminum. Their first step into this field came in 1949 with the lightweight, aluminum-framed Colt Commander automatic pistol. Soon after, Colt introduced an aluminum-framed version of the Detective Special, built from an alloy the company proudly called “Coltalloy.” This new model was christened the Colt Cobra—the first Colt revolver to carry a snake name, paving the way for the now-famous “Snake Gun” series. Mechanically, the Cobra was essentially a Detective Special with an aluminum frame, side plate, and cylinder crane, while retaining a steel barrel and other critical components. Produced from 1950 to 1981, it was offered in 2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch barrel lengths, with a small run of rare 5-inch square-butt models manufactured for the Venezuelan government.
Model: Cobra “Second Issue”
Serial: F86389
Date of Manufacture: 1974
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Long Ramp Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
After World War II, Colt was among the first firearms manufacturers to experiment with new “Space Age” materials such as aluminum. Their first step into this field came in 1949 with the lightweight, aluminum-framed Colt Commander automatic pistol. Soon after, Colt introduced an aluminum-framed version of the Detective Special, built from an alloy the company proudly called “Coltalloy.” This new model was christened the Colt Cobra—the first Colt revolver to carry a snake name, paving the way for the now-famous “Snake Gun” series. Mechanically, the Cobra was essentially a Detective Special with an aluminum frame, side plate, and cylinder crane, while retaining a steel barrel and other critical components. Produced from 1950 to 1981, it was offered in 2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch barrel lengths, with a small run of rare 5-inch square-butt models manufactured for the Venezuelan government.
Chamberings included .38 Special, .32 New Police (.32 S&W), .38 New Police (.38 S&W), and .22 LR. Finishes were typically bright blue steel paired with anodized aluminum or full bright nickel. During the prolonged Colt labor strike of the 1980s, Cobras were also seen with a dull, unpolished black finish and plain wooden grips. Grip styles evolved over the years: early 4-inch models featured square butts (later changed to the rounded butt of the 2-inch version), while grips ranged from “Coltwood” plastic with molded medallions, to medallion-less plastic, to checkered walnut with silver medallions, and finally to combat-style grips without medallions. Like other Colt “D-frame” revolvers, the Cobra could be ordered with a factory hammer shroud for snag-free concealed carry. In 1973, Colt introduced the Second Issue Cobra, produced until 1981.
This updated design featured a heavy barrel that shrouded the ejector rod, a long ramped front sight, and new walnut combat grips that wrapped around the front and bottom of the grip frame. Finishes included bright blue and bright nickel, with some examples possibly produced in Colt’s satin electroless nickel “Coltguard” finish. During the labor strike, these models were also released with an unpolished matte black appearance. Importantly, the post-1972 Cobra was the only version rated for +P ammunition, though Colt specified a limit of 1,000 rounds of +P before requiring the revolver to be returned for inspection and possible frame replacement.
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.
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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.
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