The Colt King Cobra Carry is a compact .357 Magnum revolver built for personal defense and concealed carry. It pairs a lightweight stainless steel frame with Hogue overmolded grips to keep the weight at 1.6 lbs (26 oz) while staying comfortable through extended range sessions. 
 
Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt 
• Model Name: King Cobra Carry 
• SKU: 1794006014 
• UPC: 098289001313 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum 
• Action Type: Double Action / Single Action 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Overall Length: 7 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 1.6 lbs (26 oz) 
• Finish: Brushed Stainless Steel 
• Grip Material: Black Hogue Finger Groove 
   
  Detailed Features 
   
  The 2-inch barrel keeps the revolver compact and highly concealable without sacrificing .357 Magnum stopping power. DA/SA operation lets you fire quickly from the trigger or cock the hammer for deliberate single shots. The Hogue finger-grooved rubber grip holds up in wet conditions and cuts recoil fatigue during longer sessions. Stainless steel construction resists corrosion. The blade front sight gives a clean sight picture for both range use and defensive scenarios.

The King Cobra Carry Gen2 draws genuine enthusiasm from the revolver community. Its compact build works well for concealed carry, and the stainless steel construction gets consistent praise for durability and weather resistance. The .357 Magnum chambering is a common selling point for those who prioritize stopping power, and most owners report solid accuracy for such a short barrel. Trigger pull and overall fit and finish come up regularly as positives.

The main recurring criticisms are weight and recoil. Compared to polymer-framed pistols the all-steel build does add up during all-day carry. Some shooters also note that .357 Magnum rounds out of a 2-inch barrel produce snappy recoil, though this is expected with the caliber. Pricing draws occasional debate, with some buyers feeling it carries a Colt premium over comparable revolvers. Overall the sentiment leans favorable, particularly among shooters who value the Colt heritage and want a reliable, full-power carry revolver.

The Colt King Cobra .357 was my pick for a carry revolver that combines Colt’s iconic style with practical usability. With its 3-inch barrel and six-shot cylinder, it’s a perfect middle ground for those who want more than a snub-nose but still need a practical everyday carry. I appreciate how it handles both .357 Magnum and .38 Special, and that smooth double/single-action trigger paired with the Hogue rubber grip makes it pretty comfortable in hand for defensive use. The gold bead front sight is great for quick target acquisition, exactly what I want in a carry revolver. That said, it's not flawless. Shooting full-power .357 rounds can be snappy, and the grip angle makes it a bit tough to control at times. The trigger drag isn’t my favorite, and I’ve had some lock-up issues when it gets dirty. Compared to its bigger sibling, the Python, the King Cobra is definitely a more manageable carry piece, but for pure reliability, I lean toward a Ruger LCR or Smith & Wesson for a more consistent performance. A solid choice for Colt fans and it's a pretty darn comfortable carry for what it packs!

What stands out immediately is the trigger. Colt gave it an impressively silky and smooth feel, and that refined trigger movement is the defining quality of this revolver for me overall.