The Colt Viper is a double-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum with a 3-inch barrel and a 6-round cylinder. It has a stainless steel frame and barrel with a half-lug design and walnut grips. This listing is a blemished unit with minor cosmetic imperfections. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt 
• Model: Viper 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum 
• Action: Double Action 
• Barrel Length: 3 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Color/Finish: Stainless Steel / Silver 
   

Detailed Features 

• 3-inch stainless steel barrel with half-lug configuration 
• 6-round cylinder 
• Walnut wood grips 
• Blemished cosmetic finish (minor surface imperfections)

Owners drawn to the 3-inch Colt Viper tend to prioritize the compact profile over the longer-barrel variants. The shorter tube makes it easier to carry while the stainless finish holds up well to regular handling. Walnut grips earn consistent approval for aesthetics, though some swap them for rubber panels when using it as a carry gun.

Reactions to the blemished designation follow the same pattern seen across the Viper line: most buyers find the cosmetic marks negligible and view the discount as worthwhile, while a smaller group is more sensitive to the imperfections. Functional reliability is not reported as a concern.

The 3-inch barrel does create some trade-off discussion. Shooters coming from longer revolvers note a velocity difference with full-power .357 Magnum loads, and muzzle blast is more pronounced. For those who wanted the Viper primarily for its handling characteristics, the shorter format is the whole point.