Adam Scepaniak 05.17.24
The NRA Annual Conferences (NRAAM) have begun and Colt launched a flood of recent fashions with the Colt Grizzly, Kodiak, Viper, and eight″ Python fashions. Whereas the 8″ Python won’t be a startling improvement, the opposite fashions extraordinarily customized, short-run choices all through Colt’s storied historical past so it’s very stunning to see Colt announce the re-birth of those sought-after revolvers. Let’s leap proper in and get you acquainted with all of them!
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Colt Viper .357 Magnum – MSRP $999
The unique Colt Viper was solely produced throughout 1977 with a 4″ barrel and an alloy body. An extremely small, inconsequential grouping of them had been additionally produced in 1993 as “clear up” weapons utilizing leftover components. The brand new Colt Viper goes to don both a 3″ or 4.25″ barrel and a a lot stronger body touting stainless-steel. For all the Colt collectors within the room, this might be a Should-Have as soon as Colt begins transport the brand new Colt Viper.
- Capability: 6 Rounds
- Body Materials: Stainless Metal
- Barrel: 3″ or 4.25″ w/ a 1 in 14” Left-Hand Twist & 6-Groove Rifling
- Sights: Black Ramp Entrance & U-Notch Rear
- Motion: Double-Motion/Single-Motion
- End: Stainless Metal
- Grips: Conventional Walnut
- Set off Pull (Double-Motion): 7 – 9.5 Lb
- Unloaded Weight: 26.9 Oz
West Hartford, CT – Could seventeenth, 2024 – Colt’s Manufacturing Firm LLC unveils the Colt Viper, designed to fulfill the wants of latest shooters searching for a streamlined carry choice.
This revolver boasts a particular 1/2 lug barrel design, meticulously engineered to scale back weight with out compromising on efficiency, thereby enhancing concealability for on a regular basis carry. Cast from stainless-steel, the Colt Viper ensures enduring power, promising a formidable taking pictures expertise with unwavering reliability. Its one-piece barrel, that includes a recessed goal crown, ensures pinpoint accuracy and steadfast efficiency in each shot.
The Colt Viper embodies precision engineering and reliability, providing shooters a compact but highly effective companion for each day, each shot.
Colt Grizzly .357 Magnum – MSRP $1,599
Subsequent up, is the Colt Grizzly! Initially, the Colt Grizzly was manufactured by the Colt Customized Store utilizing a King Cobra body with a Python barrel and shipped in a blue field from 1994 – 1995. That 2 12 months window of a 6″ .357 Magnum makes it tough for any Colt collector to fill out their assortment, however with the re-introduction of the Colt Grizzly – this time in a 4″ barrel – you have got the chance to personal a bit of Colt historical past as soon as once more.
- Capability: 6 Rounds
- Body Materials: Stainless Metal
- Barrel: 4″ w/ a 1 in 14” Left-Hand Twist & 6-Groove Rifling
- Sights: Purple Ramp Entrance & Goal Rear with Adjustment for Windage & Elevation
- End: Stainless Metal
- Motion: Double-Motion/Single-Motion
- Grips: Hogue® OverMolded Rubber Grips
- Set off Pull (Double-Motion): 7 – 9.5 Lb
- Unloaded Weight: 41.1 Oz
West Hartford, CT – Could seventeenth, 2024 – Colt’s Manufacturing Firm LLC proclaims the discharge of the Colt Grizzly, mixing timeless craftsmanship with fashionable enhancements tailor-made to fulfill the calls for of the fashionable hunter for all again nation expeditions.
The stainless steel body of the Colt Grizzly includes a polished end complemented by a matte floor on the highest rib, making certain optimum sight acquisition. The graceful, unfluted 6-round cylinder is chambered for 357 Magnum and accommodates 38 Particular cartridges, providing versatility with recoil-absorbing Hogue® OverMolded rubber grips.
Crafted with precision and keenness, the Colt Grizzly instills confidence in each hunter’s journey, embodying the spirit of journey and the pursuit of excellence.
Colt Kodiak .44 Magnum – MSRP $1,599
Simply the title “Colt Kodiak” sounds monstrous in nature, and this revolver actually is. The Colt Kodiak of previous was constructed on an Anaconda body with the define of bear’s footprint on left aspect of barrel (and the bear paw print might be on the brand new ones as properly). Beforehand chambered in each .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum, the brand new Colt Kodiaks will – initially – solely be chambered in .44 Magnum.
- Capability: 6 Rounds
- Body Materials: Stainless Metal
- End: Stainless Metal
- Grips: Hogue® Over-Molded Rubber Grips
- Barrel: “4 w/ a 1 in 20” Left-Hand Twist & 6-Groove Rifling
- Motion: Double-Motion/Single-Motion
- Set off Pull (Double-Motion): 7 – 9.5 Lb
- Sights: Purple Ramp Entrance & Goal Rear with Adjustment for Windage & Elevation
- Unloaded Weight: 48.5 Oz
West Hartford, CT – Could seventeenth, 2024 – Colt’s Manufacturing Firm LLC proclaims the debut of the Colt Kodiak revolver in 44 Magnum. Constructed robust to deal with the rugged calls for of the wild, the Colt Kodiak seamlessly merges basic model with cutting-edge options, delivering an unmatched taking pictures expertise for hunters alike.
Its ergonomic design, full with recoil-absorbing Hogue® OverMolded grips, guarantee consolation and stability; these grips are interchangeable with Colt Python and Anaconda fashions, offering versatility in customization.
The Colt Kodiak boasts a one-piece full lug, ventilated rib stainless-steel barrel, which is ported to reinforce muzzle management selling taking pictures stability and follow-up accuracy, even in probably the most vigorous searching circumstances.
Colt 8” Python .357 Magnum – MSRP: $1,299 Rubber Grips | MSRP: $1,499 Walnut Grips
The least “historic” of the brand new choices is the road extension of the Colt Python, and it now being supplied in an 8″ barrel. For many who prefer to hunt with their revolvers, this might turn out to be a chief candidate for a lot of consumers due to the already legendary efficiency and accuracy that the Python is thought for. Now, merely in an extended barrel for anybody who actually desires to attain out and contact one thing.
- Body Materials & Building: Stainless Metal
- Barrel: 8″ w/ a 1 in 14” Left-Hand Twist & 6-Groove Rifling
- Sights: Purple Ramp Entrance & Goal Rear with Adjustment for Windage & Elevation
- Motion: Double-Motion/Single-Motion
- End: Bead Blast-Matte | Stainless Metal
- Grips: Hogue ® OverMolded Rubber | Walnut Goal Grips with Colt Medallion
- Peak: 5.5”
- General Size: 13.5”
- Width: 1.55”
- Weight: 51 Oz
- Capability: 6 Rounds
West Hartford, CT – Could seventeenth, 2024 – Colt’s Manufacturing Firm LLC proudly proclaims its addition of the 8” Python to the enduring line of revolvers. The brand new 8” Python is out there in matte stainless or stainless-steel finishes. The inclusion of the 8” Python sequence now brings the household to seven distinctive revolvers, all chambered for .357 Magnum, with barrel lengths various from 2.5” to eight”. The addition of the 8” mannequin introduces a brand new look to the gathering, enhancing its versatility.
The double-action 8” Python revolver boasts a six-round capability, user-interchangeable crimson ramp entrance sights, and adjustable goal rear sights. With 30% extra metal beneath the rear sight, this revolver affords a stronger and extra strong taking pictures expertise.
This longer barrel variant not solely supplies enhanced accuracy and sight radius for goal taking pictures but additionally expands the Python lineup’s enchantment to collectors and lovers searching for a basic but distinctive revolver. The matte stainless and semi-bright metal finishes provide a contemporary aesthetic whereas retaining the Python’s timeless attract. Whether or not for sport taking pictures, private protection, or assortment functions, the 8” Python exemplifies Colt’s legacy of workmanship and efficiency in revolver manufacturing.
It’s only Day #1 of the NRA Annual Conferences (NRAAM) and quite a lot of pleasure has already occurred courtesy of Colt. With the re-birth of the Colt Viper .357 Magnum, Colt Grizzly .357 Magnum, Colt Kodiak .44 Magnum, and a line extension via the Colt 8″ Python, they are going to assuredly be the speak of the NRA Annual Conferences (NRAAM) within the days to come back. As all the time, tell us your whole ideas about Colt within the Feedback beneath! We all the time admire your suggestions.
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