First Look: New Revolvers From Colt

Two new .357 Mag. wheelguns and a thumper in .44 Mag.

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posted on June 11, 2024
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New Colt Revolvers

Colt recently released three new products which continue its tradition of creating powerful revolvers designed for a wide variety of applications. The Colt Grizzly is a .357 Mag. revolver optimized for use in the back country and has a polished stainless-steel finish and a matte surface on the top rib. On the other hand, the Colt Viper packs the power of the .357. Mag. round into a package that is optimized for defensive carry. The final revolver is the Kodiak, a .44 Mag. powerhouse that merges classic style with cutting-edge features, all of which are optimized for the hunt.

Colt Grizzly Specifications:

  • Chambering: .357 Mag.
  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • Frame Material: Stainless steel
  • Barrel Rifling: 1:14-inch left hand, 6 grooves
  • Red Ramp Front Sight
  • Rear Sight: Adjustable target sight for windage and elevation
  • Finish: Stainless steel
  • Trigger Action: Double & single action
  • Grip: Hogue over-molded rubber grips
  • Trigger Pull Double Action: 7 to 9 pounds, 8 ounces
  • Unloaded Weight: 41.1 ounces
  • MSRP: $1,599

Colt Viper Specifications:

  • Chambering: .357 Mag.
  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • Frame Material: Stainless steel
  • Barrel Rifling: 1:14-inch left hand, 6 grooves
  • Front sight: Black ramp
  • Rear Sight :U-Notch
  • Trigger Action: Double & single action
  • Finish: Stainless steel
  • Grip: Traditional walnut
  • Trigger Pull Double Action: 7 to 9 pounds, 8 ounces
  • Unloaded Weight: 26.9 ounces
  • MSRP: $999

Colt Kodiak Specifications:

  • Chambering: .44 Mag.
  • Capacity: 6 Rounds
  • Frame Material: Stainless steel
  • Finish: Stainless steel
  • Grip: Hogue over-molded rubber grips
  • Barrel Rifling: 1:20-inch left hand, 6 grooves
  • Trigger Action: Double & single action
  • Trigger Pull Double Action: 7 to 9 pounds, 8 ounces
  • Front Sight: Red ramp
  • Rear Sight: Target Sight, adjustable for windage and elevation
  • Unloaded Weight: 48.5 ounces
  • MSRP: $1,599

More information on these new revolvers along with other products from Colt is available at colt.com.

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