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[[Image:ColtAgent.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Colt Agent - .38 Special. "Economy" version of the Colt Cobra, nearly identical visually, except the Agent was made of lighter alloys. More Current production models of the Agent had a ejector shroud along with other various finishes.]] | [[Image:ColtAgent.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Colt Agent - .38 Special. "Economy" version of the Colt Cobra, nearly identical visually, except the Agent was made of lighter alloys. More Current production models of the Agent had a ejector shroud along with other various finishes.]] | ||
The '''Colt Cobra''' is a snubnose revolver, and is a lighter version of the [[Colt Detective Special]]. It holds 6 rounds, and is made for .22 LR, .32 | The '''Colt Cobra''' is a snubnose revolver, and is a lighter version of the [[Colt Detective Special]]. It holds 6 rounds, and is made for .22 LR, .32 'New Police' (Not .32 ACP) or .38 Special ammunition. Weighing only 15 oz, the Colt Cobra was preferred by detectives and policeman over the competing Smith & Wesson revolvers at the time. | ||
The Colt Cobra is today considered one of the most reliable handguns ever made (just behind the [[Colt Python]] and [[Single Action Army|Colt Peacemaker]]). While production of this revolver has stopped, it is still highly prized for its light weight and reliability. | The Colt Cobra is today considered one of the most reliable handguns ever made (just behind the [[Colt Python]] and [[Single Action Army|Colt Peacemaker]]). While production of this revolver has stopped, it is still highly prized for its light weight and reliability. | ||
Revision as of 01:47, 18 July 2011
The Colt Cobra revolver appears in the following films used by the following actors:
The Colt Cobra is a snubnose revolver, and is a lighter version of the Colt Detective Special. It holds 6 rounds, and is made for .22 LR, .32 'New Police' (Not .32 ACP) or .38 Special ammunition. Weighing only 15 oz, the Colt Cobra was preferred by detectives and policeman over the competing Smith & Wesson revolvers at the time.
The Colt Cobra is today considered one of the most reliable handguns ever made (just behind the Colt Python and Colt Peacemaker). While production of this revolver has stopped, it is still highly prized for its light weight and reliability.
The Colt Agent is a lower-cost version of the Cobra. The Agent has a lighter alloy frame than the Cobra and comes fitted with smaller grips, aiding in concealment. The Colt Agent was chambered only for the .38 Special cartridge and was offered only with a 2-inch barrel.
The Colt Cobra or Colt Agent have been seen in the following used by the following actors:
Film
| Actor | Character | Film | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marvin J. McIntyre | Duke | Short Circuit | Cobra | 1985 |
| Kathy Bates | Annie Wilkes | Misery | Cobra | 1990 |
| Charles Bronson | Paul Kersey | Death Wish 3 | Cobra | 1985 |
Television
| Actor | Character | Show | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Marvin | Det. Lt. Frank Ballinger | M Squad | Cobra | 1957-1960 |