1971 Colt Cobra First Model (First Issue) .38 Special 2-inch 6-Shot Double-Action Revolver
This Colt Cobra is a First Model (First Issue) revolver manufactured in 1971, built on an aluminum alloy frame in a compact 2-inch snub-nose configuration. It is chambered in .38 Special and uses a 6-shot swing-out cylinder with a double-action/single-action trigger system and an exposed hammer. This example also shows a non-factory-looking hand-engraved/etched backstrap marking that reads "WFF II."
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Metal Condition: Good, showing signs of wear from use and handling.
Wood Condition: Good, showing minor handling wear.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not test-fired this firearm. All firearms are sold as-is.
Overall Finish Condition: Good, with signs of wear and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows signs of wear and handling, including scratches, blemishes, and finish loss. The cylinder arm is stiff.
What's Included
- Colt Cobra revolver
Configured as a 2-inch snub-nose Colt Cobra, this revolver features a 6-shot swing-out cylinder and an exposed ejector rod with a knurled tip and no shroud. The barrel is marked "COBRA" over ".38 SPECIAL CTG," consistent with the model markings found on these compact .38 Special Cobras.
It uses fixed sights with a ramp-style blade front sight and a topstrap notch/groove rear sight. The exposed hammer supports single-action use, while the double-action/single-action design provides flexibility in how the revolver is run.
This example wears a dark, polished finish and is fitted with brown checkered wood grip panels with round Colt medallions. The revolver is identified as a First Model/First Issue configuration, with the serial number in the "B" prefix range.
A notable feature of this specific gun is the non-factory-looking hand-engraved/etched backstrap marking, "WFF II." The marking is confined to the backstrap and is the only engraving detail noted.