The Colt Anaconda is Back!
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dixie884
Blackhawk
That can't be a bad thing...........
https://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2021/3/23/new-for-2021-colt-anaconda :mrgreen:
Had an 8" Anaconda with a Leupold 2x pistol scope. Was by far and away the most accurate hunting revolver I have ever shot let alone owned. Killed a bunch of deer with it. One day at the range I was shooting next to a guy who asked to try it out. He immediately made me an offer I couldnt refuse.
Wish I hadn't sold it.
Its only money, wish I had the gun instead
Wish I hadn't sold it.
Its only money, wish I had the gun instead
Will it be an Anaconda or some cheaper version, ala the Python, but sold for an four times what it's actually worth.
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The Norseman
Blackhawk
Jeepnik said:
Yea, what's that all about?
The last “Pythons” did not have the original action. The used the last iteration of the Trooper action. Fewer parts, less hand fitting. They increases the mass by both changing the grade of stainless and enlarging some areas of the frame.
It’s not a bad revolver. But Colt is trading on the name while not producing the same handgun. The closest analogy I have is the reissue of the Ford T bird. At least Ford learned and the newer Mustangs have the soul of the original.
It’s not a bad revolver. But Colt is trading on the name while not producing the same handgun. The closest analogy I have is the reissue of the Ford T bird. At least Ford learned and the newer Mustangs have the soul of the original.
From the American Rifleman link above . . .
"Built on an enlarged Python receiver, the Colt Anaconda revolver is made from stainless steel and incorporates the same Linear Leaf Spring mechanism as the second-generation Python. This contributes to the smooth trigger pull and crisp break encountered on these newer Colt revolvers, giving revolver fans a better experience than that found even on original Pythons and Anacondas."
Guess we'll see. :wink:
"Built on an enlarged Python receiver, the Colt Anaconda revolver is made from stainless steel and incorporates the same Linear Leaf Spring mechanism as the second-generation Python. This contributes to the smooth trigger pull and crisp break encountered on these newer Colt revolvers, giving revolver fans a better experience than that found even on original Pythons and Anacondas."
Guess we'll see. :wink:
I have two original old-school Pythons. They're beautiful guns and good shooters, but neither their single nor double actions are as good as any of my S&Ws.
I also have an original King Cobra. Its action is better, and the whole gun fits my hand better than the Pythons.
I also have an original King Cobra. Its action is better, and the whole gun fits my hand better than the Pythons.
Snake45 said:
I've fired both. Granted mine is decades old and has more than a couple of rounds through it. But they DO NOT feel the same in my hand.
dfletcher
Blackhawk
Ale-8(1) said:
I have old model Pythons, a new model Python and an old model Anaconda. I don't have a new model Anaconda, but will buy one as soon as possible. With respect to which gun has what action ….
The new model Python has a transfer bar ignition and eliminates the old I & E frame safety. It also does away with the cylinder bolt lever and spring and uses the same as the original Anaconda. The new model Python uses a rebound lever & flat mainspring, same as the old, and uses the same trigger mounted two stage hand, same as the old. The old model Anaconda didn't use a two stage hand and used a coil mainspring. The new Anaconda uses a flat mainspring which, I'd presume, means there's a rebound lever and perhaps the same hand.
I would say the new model Python is about 50% "old model" with some "old Anaconda" thrown in re transfer bar and cylinder bolt. The new Anaconda carries a lot of new model Python configuration, which as stated borrows from the old Anaconda.
I'm not quite sure where that leaves us. I know the new model Python uses that flat "Z spring" for the cylinder thumb-latch which, for the longest time, wasn't available from Colt but could be found on eBay by skunks selling them for +$25.00. Glad that bot of scalping will come to an end.
Actually I should be happy Colt released this bastardized version. The value of an original just went up.
The first centerfire handgun I purchased was an 8” Anaconda. I had a Leupold 4x scope on it and chest holster and wore Pachmayr grips. It was a decent gun, but I do prefer S&W for refinement and Ruger for character and ruggedness. One thing that stuck with me when I had it decades ago was when I had a gunsmith do an action job on it, he complained about it being full of sintered metal parts and wasn’t as good as earlier Pythons. I haven’t seen that guy since and can’t attest to the lock work of the original Anaconda, but I did think I was getting a little forcing cone erosion before I thought I should have. I agree that Colt is likely making a different gun but banking on the old snake name, but I hope the new version will be better. I might even buy one if it is!
I have the “new” version of the King Cobra. I am extremely impressed with the SA/DA trigger. Very smooth and crisp. Accuracy is great.
I for one think the new Colts are every bit as functional as the original. No disappointments.
I for one think the new Colts are every bit as functional as the original. No disappointments.
Paul B
Hunter
I did get to shoot a few rounds from an original Anaconda and must say i was impressed. It was a lot better gun than my S&W 629 which frankly I found to be a disappointment all round. It couldn't stand up to factory ammo, crapping out in 250 rounds. S&W fixed the gun and it crapped out again in another 200 rounds. I wonder just how well would the Colt hold up under 250+ rounds of factory? Now my old model Ruger Blackhawk and old model Super Blackhawk have had well over 1,000 round, all full power Elmer Keith type loads and are still going strong. I'll have to take a look at one of the new Anacondas but probably will pass. The older Colt that I shot had a grip that required a large hand to shoot double action. The smaller frame of the S&W is more suitable for my small paws. I find the Redhawks barely useable again due to my small hands. I do shoot them well in single action mode. I did find the original Anaconda to be a fine revolver, just too darn big for my use.
Paul B.
Paul B.
The Norseman
Blackhawk
It is really hard to out perform S&W. I always look forward to the purchase of a S&W,
or Ruger-Marlin.
I was all excited about the Colt Python .357 when Colt announced their release.
Though it would be neat to have one, and it would be my first Colt.
Then I lost interest.
Now, I though it would be neat to own a Colt Anaconda .44Rem Mag.
Lost interest.
Oh well, the Best to CZ/Colt and their Endeavors.
P.S. I see you can get your hands on a new Colt AR15. My Favorite
Local Gun Store did get in 4 each, Colt AR15 M4s .223; price $1350 each.
or Ruger-Marlin.
I was all excited about the Colt Python .357 when Colt announced their release.
Though it would be neat to have one, and it would be my first Colt.
Then I lost interest.
Now, I though it would be neat to own a Colt Anaconda .44Rem Mag.
Lost interest.
Oh well, the Best to CZ/Colt and their Endeavors.
P.S. I see you can get your hands on a new Colt AR15. My Favorite
Local Gun Store did get in 4 each, Colt AR15 M4s .223; price $1350 each.
RSIno1
Hunter
Why should Colt have a different business model than Ruger?Jeepnik said:
Colt hasn't been Colt since 1968 when they brought out the Trooper III to cut manufacturing costs. It had a poorer finish, different springs, and far less handwork than the previous model. The Python suffered the same fate later as the old world craftsmen retired and were not replaced. Today Ruger's Henry Ford style assembly line and use of the most cost effective materials, parts and manufacturing techniques are the norm.
