Colt adds Grizzly, 8-inch Python, Kodiak & Viper To Iconic Revolver Line

Colt adds Grizzly, 8-inch Python, Kodiak & Viper To Iconic Revolver Line

West Hartford, Connecticut– May 2024— Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC proudly announces its addition of the 8” Python to the iconic line of revolvers. The new 8” Python has matte stainless or stainless steel finishes. The inclusion of the 8” Python series now brings the family to seven unique revolvers, all chambered for .357 Magnum, with barrel lengths varying from 2.5” to 8”. The addition of the 8” model introduces a new look to the collection, enhancing its versatility.

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The double-action 8” Python revolver boasts a six-round capacity, user-interchangeable red ramp front sights, and adjustable target rear sights. With 30% more steel beneath the rear sight, this revolver offers a more robust shooting experience.

This longer barrel variant not only provides enhanced accuracy and sight radius for target shooting but also expands the Python lineup’s appeal to collectors and enthusiasts seeking a classic yet distinctive revolver. The matte stainless and semi-bright steel finishes offer a modern aesthetic while retaining the Python’s timeless allure. Whether for sport shooting, personal defense, or collection purposes, the 8” Python exemplifies Colt’s legacy of craftsmanship and performance in revolver manufacturing.

Colt 8” Python Specifications:

  • Chambered: .357 Mag
  • Frame Material and Construction: Stainless Steel
  • Barrel Description: 1:14” LH, 6 Groove
  • Adjustable target rear sight for windage and elevation
  • Double / Single Action
  • Finish: Bead Blast-Matte / Stainless Steel
  • Grips: Hogue ® OverMolded rubber grips / Walnut Target Grips with Colt Medallion
  • Height: 5.5”
  • Overall Length: 13.5”
  • Width: 1.55”
  • Barrel Length: 8”
  • Weight: 51 oz
  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • MSRP: $1,299 / $1,499

VIPER

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC unveils the Colt Viper, designed to meet the needs of contemporary shooters seeking a streamlined carry option.

This revolver boasts a distinctive 1/2 lug barrel design, meticulously engineered to reduce weight without compromising on performance, thereby enhancing concealability for everyday carry. Forged from stainless steel, the Colt Viper ensures enduring strength, promising an impressive shooting experience with unwavering reliability. Its one-piece barrel, featuring a recessed target crown, guarantees pinpoint accuracy and steadfast performance in every shot.

The Colt Viper embodies precision engineering and reliability, offering shooters a compact yet powerful companion for every day, every shot.

Colt Viper Specifications:

  • Chambered: .357 Magnum
  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • Frame Material: Stainless Steel
  • Barrel Description: 1:14” LH, 6 Groove
  • Black Ramp Front Sight
  • U-Notch Rear Sight
  • Double / Single Action
  • Finish: Stainless Steel
  • Grip: Traditional Walnut
  • Trigger Pull Double Action: 7-9.5 lbs (31-42N)
  • Unloaded Weight: 26.9 oz
  • MSRP: $999

KODIAK

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC announces the debut of the Colt Kodiak revolver in 44 Magnum. Built tough to handle the rugged demands of the wild, the Colt Kodiak seamlessly merges classic style with cutting-edge features, delivering an unmatched shooting experience for hunters alike.

Its ergonomic design, complete with recoil-absorbing Hogue® OverMolded grips, ensures comfort and stability; these grips are interchangeable with Colt Python and Anaconda models, providing versatility in customization.

The Colt Kodiak boasts a one-piece full lug, ventilated rib stainless steel barrel, which is ported to enhance muzzle control promoting shooting stability and follow-up accuracy, even in the most vigorous hunting conditions.

Colt Kodiak Specifications:

  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • Frame Material: Stainless Steel
  • Finish: Stainless Steel
  • Grip: Hogue® Over-Molded Rubber Grips
  • Barrel Description: 1:20 LH, 6 Groove
  • Trigger Action: Double & Single Action
  • Trigger Pull Double Action: 7-9.5 lbs. (31-42N)
  • Front Sight: Red Ramp
  • Rear Sight: Target Sight, Adjustable for Windage and Elevation
  • Unloaded Weight: 48.5 oz.
  • MSRP: $1,599

GRIZZLY

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC announces the release of the Colt Grizzly, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern enhancements tailored to meet the demands of the modern hunter for all backcountry expeditions.

The stainless-steel frame of the Colt Grizzly features a polished finish complemented by a matte surface on the top rib, ensuring optimal sight acquisition. The smooth, unfluted 6-round cylinder is chambered for 357 Magnum and accommodates 38 Special cartridges, offering versatility with recoil-absorbing Hogue® OverMolded rubber grips.

Crafted with precision and passion, the Colt Grizzly instills confidence in every hunter’s journey, embodying the spirit of adventure and the pursuit of excellence.

Colt Grizzly Specifications:

  • Chambered: .357 Magnum
  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • Frame Material: Stainless Steel
  • Barrel Description: 1:14” LH, 6 Groove
  • Red Ramp Front Sight
  • Adjustable Target Rear Sight for Windage and Elevation
  • Finish: Stainless Steel
  • Double / Single Action
  • Grip: Hogue® OverMolded Rubber Grips
  • Trigger Pull Double Action: 7-9.5 lbs (31-42N)
  • Unloaded Weight: 41.1 oz
  • MSRP: $1,599

 

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (www.colt.com) is among the world’s leading designers, developers, and manufacturers of firearms. Founded by Samuel Colt in 1836, Colt’s Manufacturing has supplied civilian, military, and law enforcement customers in the United States and abroad for over 185 years. Colt operates its manufacturing facility in West Hartford, Conn.
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