There are seven distinct models in Colt's renowned family of "Snake Guns."
The Iconic Colt Snake Revolver Models
These highly collectible firearms, celebrated for their craftsmanship and performance, are named after various serpents:
- Python: Often considered the flagship model, known for its accuracy and smooth trigger pull.
- Diamondback: A scaled-down version of the Python, offering similar quality in a more compact frame.
- Cobra: Initially a lightweight, aluminum-framed revolver, later reintroduced as a stainless steel model.
- Anaconda: A large-frame revolver chambered for powerful cartridges like the .44 Magnum.
- King Cobra: A robust medium-frame revolver known for its durability and strength.
- Boa: A limited-production model, essentially a King Cobra frame with a Python barrel.
- Viper: A lightweight, compact revolver similar to the Cobra but with a slightly longer barrel.
Each model, from the classic Python to the formidable Anaconda, represents a significant piece of firearm history, known for its precision engineering and smooth action, making them highly sought after by collectors and shooting enthusiasts alike.
