Colt Cobra 2″ DA/SA 6-Shot .38 Special Snub Nose Revolver

Colt Cobra 2″ DA/SA 6-Shot .38 Special Snub Nose Revolver

The Colt Cobra 2″ DA/SA .38 Special Revolver marks the triumphant return of Colt’s legendary snake guns into the modern concealed carry market. Engineered for ultimate reliability, absolute precision, and comfortable everyday carry, this 6-shot snub nose revolver combines classic wheel-gun dependability with cutting-edge ergonomics.

Whether you are seeking a foolproof backup gun, a dedicated personal defense weapon, or a highly shootable pocket pistol, the Colt Cobra .38 Special stands out as an elite choice in a crowded market of lightweight compact handguns.

Superior Ergonomics and Smooth Double-Action Performance

At the core of the new Colt Cobra design is a heavy-duty stainless steel frame that provides the perfect amount of ballast. Unlike ultra-lightweight alloy frames that suffer from punishing recoil, the Cobra’s brushed stainless steel construction absorbs muzzle flip, allowing for lightning-fast, accurate follow-up shots.

Colt moved the grip closer to the trigger guard to maximize shooting comfort, and paired it with a premium Hogue OverMolded rubber grip. This specialized grip style dampens recoil completely while providing a non-slip purchase, even in wet or high-stress environments. Additionally, the crisp double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger features Colt’s Linear Leaf Spring system, delivering an incredibly smooth, stacking-free trigger pull right out of the box.

Key Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Colt

• Model: Cobra

• MPN / Item Number: COBRA-SM2FO

• Caliber: .38 Special +P Rated

• Capacity: 6 Rounds

• Barrel Length: 2.0 Inches

• Frame Material: Matte Stainless Steel

• Grips: Hogue OverMolded Black Rubber

• Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA)

• Front Sight: High-Visibility Fiber Optic (Red)

• Rear Sight: Frame-Trenched U-Notch

• Overall Length: 7.25 Inches

• Weight: 24.8 oz. (Unloaded)

Premium Defensive Features

• 6-Round Capacity: Provides an extra round of security over standard 5-shot compact snub nose revolvers without increasing the concealable frame profile.

• +P Ammunition Rated: Fully engineered to handle high-velocity, high-pressure defensive carry loads for maximum stopping power.

• Fiber Optic Front Sight: Features a bright, light-gathering red fiber optic insert for near-instant sight alignment in low-light environments.

• LL2 Trigger System: Utilizes a linear leaf spring design to ensure a light, smooth, and consistent trigger pull in both double and single action.

• Interchangeable Front Sight: Built with a user-serviceable front sight screw, allowing you to easily swap to tritium night sights or brass beads later.

Why the Colt Cobra is the Ultimate Concealed Carry Wheel Gun

The modern Colt Cobra snub nose is purposefully designed for everyday defensive carry. By maintaining a 6-round capacity in a frame size typically reserved for 5-round cylinders, Colt offers a distinct tactical advantage without sacrificing pocket or IWB (inside-the-waistband) concealability. Combined with the legendary reliability inherent to a mechanical wheel gun—completely free from failure-to-feed or failure-to-eject issues common in semi-autos—the Colt Cobra is a premium, life-saving tool you can trust implicitly.