The Colt Python Gen 2 is a double/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, also compatible with .38 Special. The 6-inch barrel gives the sight radius and velocity needed for accurate shooting at distance, and the stainless steel construction handles carry and range use without requiring much maintenance. This is the second-generation Python, updated with modern stainless steel alloys and a redesigned rear sight, but built on the same fundamental platform that gave the original its reputation. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Python 
• Action: Revolver (Double/Single Action) 
• Caliber: .38 SPECIAL/.357 MAGNUM 
• Barrel Length: 6 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
• Weight: 2.9 lbs 
   

Features 

The redesigned rear sight is adjustable and has 30% more steel beneath it than the original design, which improves durability under sustained use. The recessed target crown protects the muzzle from damage that would affect accuracy. The front sight is user-interchangeable, so shooters can swap it to suit different lighting or range conditions. The walnut grip is contoured for a comfortable hold and gives good control through the double-action trigger stroke. The trigger pull itself is smooth and consistent. It remains one of the most-cited reasons people buy this revolver.

Discussions about the Colt Python Gen 2 with 6-inch barrel in stainless mix genuine admiration with a few practical concerns. The trigger is the first thing most owners mention. The double-action pull is smooth and the single-action break is crisp, and most agree it compares well to anything else in the revolver market. Craftsmanship gets similar treatment; the fit and finish on the stainless steel, combined with the walnut grip, consistently draw positive comments.

The walnut grip gets specific praise for how it feels during extended shooting, comfortable without being slippery.

On the critical side, price is a real barrier for some. The Python costs noticeably more than most comparable revolvers, and buyers who are on the fence sometimes question whether the trigger and finish justify the gap. Availability has also been a point of friction. Colt's production volume means the Python isn't always easy to find at retail, and demand tends to push prices up further in secondary markets.

For buyers who have handled one and want it specifically, the sentiment is largely that it delivers what it promises.