Colt's Manufacturing Company · Pistol · In Production · 1955
| Weight (empty) | 1191 g (42.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 248 mm (9.76") |
| Barrel Length | 108 mm (4.25") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 39 mm (1.54") |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Action Type | Double Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Muzzle Velocity | 440 m/s (1444 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 784 J (578 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
Primary Caliber: .357 Magnum
The Colt Python is a double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, widely regarded as one of the finest production revolvers ever manufactured. Introduced in 1955 as Colt's premium revolver, the Python was built on the Colt I-frame and distinguished by its full-length underlug barrel, ventilated rib, and exceptionally smooth trigger pull achieved through hand-fitting and tuning during original production. The Python's action is a traditional double-action revolver mechanism — th...
Country of Origin: United States