The Colt King Cobra Target is a double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special with a 4.25-inch stainless steel barrel. It holds 6 rounds and includes a fiber optic front sight, Hogue rubber grip, and a recessed crown on the muzzle. The frame and cylinder are stainless steel. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt 
• Model: King Cobra Target 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special 
• Action: DA/SA 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches 
• Color/Finish: Stainless 
   

Detailed Features 

• Stainless steel barrel, cylinder, and frame 
• Fiber optic front sight for improved target acquisition 
• Hogue rubber grip included 
• Recessed crown on muzzle for barrel protection 
• Compatible with both .357 Magnum and .38 Special ammunition

The King Cobra Target draws buyers who want a revolver specifically set up for deliberate, accurate shooting rather than carry. The 4.25-inch barrel gives a longer sight radius than a carry-length gun, and owners consistently note the trigger pull, especially in single action, is a strong point. The Target designation signals it, and most agree Colt delivers on that promise with a clean break and short reset.

The fiber optic sight and recessed crown are details that target shooters notice and appreciate. A number of owners use the King Cobra Target for handgun hunting and small-bore metallic silhouette, and feedback there is positive on group consistency. The Hogue grip keeps full-power .357 Magnum loads manageable, though a minority prefer something with more texture for a positive grip in wet conditions.

As with the rest of the Cobra family, price is the consistent friction point. The King Cobra Target costs noticeably more than comparable revolvers, and buyers who come from the value segment of the market tend to experience some sticker shock. Long-term owners who shoot the gun regularly report satisfaction, but those who buy primarily on the Colt name and rarely shoot may find it harder to justify.