Description
There is something reassuring about a snub-nose revolver with real steel behind it, and the Colt King Cobra Carry delivers exactly that. This is the DA/SA version with a spurred hammer, so you get a smooth double-action pull for defensive work and the option to thumb the hammer back for a crisp single-action break when you have time to make a precise shot. The frame and 2-inch barrel are brushed stainless steel through and through, which is why this gun soaks up full-house .357 Magnum loads that would beat up lighter alloy snubbies. At 26 ounces, it carries a little more weight than an airweight, and your hands will thank you for it at the range.
Six Rounds of .357 in a Carry-Sized Package
While most compact revolvers in this class top out at five rounds, the King Cobra Carry gives you a full six-shot cylinder without ballooning the profile. It also runs .38 Special just fine, which makes practice sessions a lot more pleasant and keeps ammo options wide open. The brass bead front sight paired with the frame trench rear picks up quickly at defensive distances, and Colt's LL2 linear leaf mainspring gives the trigger that smooth, consistent pull the new-generation Colt wheelguns have become known for.
Built on the Modern King Cobra Platform
Colt brought the King Cobra name back in 2019 as the .357 Magnum big brother to the Cobra, and the Carry model trims it down for everyday use. The Hogue overmolded rubber grips do a lot of work here, cushioning magnum recoil and giving your hand solid purchase even when things get sweaty. At 7 inches overall, it tucks away cleanly in an IWB or OWB holster.
Why the King Cobra Carry Earns a Spot on Your Belt
This revolver hits a sweet spot: enough heft to shoot magnums comfortably, compact enough to disappear under a shirt, and simple enough that it just runs every time. If you have been waiting for a modern Colt snub with a hammer spur and six-round capacity, this is the one.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Colt
- Model: King Cobra Carry
- Manufacturer Part Number: KCOBRA-SB2BB-S
- UPC: 098289001313
- Caliber: .357 Magnum (also fires .38 Special)
- Action: Double Action / Single Action
- Hammer: Spurred
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 2 inches
- Overall Length: 7 inches
- Weight: 26 oz
- Frame: Stainless Steel
- Finish: Brushed Stainless
- Grips: Hogue Overmolded Rubber
- Front Sight: Brass Bead
- Rear Sight: Frame Trench
What’s Included
- Colt King Cobra Carry revolver
- Colt hard case
- Cable lock
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Colt King Cobra Carry shoot .38 Special?
Yes. Like nearly all .357 Magnum revolvers, the King Cobra Carry also chambers and fires .38 Special, including +P loads. A lot of owners practice with softer-shooting .38s and carry full-power .357 Magnum for defense, which is an easy way to keep range time comfortable and affordable.
Is this King Cobra Carry double-action-only or DA/SA?
This specific model, part number KCOBRA-SB2BB-S, is the DA/SA version with a spurred hammer. Colt also makes a bobbed-hammer, double-action-only version of the King Cobra Carry, so double check the part number if the hammer style matters to you. The spurred hammer here lets you cock it for a lighter single-action trigger pull when you want it.
How does the King Cobra Carry handle full .357 Magnum recoil?
Better than most snub-nose revolvers, frankly. The all-steel construction puts it at 26 ounces, which absorbs a lot more recoil energy than the lightweight alloy snubbies out there, and the Hogue overmolded rubber grips take more of the sting out. Magnum loads from a 2-inch barrel are never gentle, but this one is a shooter you can practice with, not just carry.
How does the King Cobra Carry compare to a five-shot snub like a J-frame?
The biggest advantages are the extra sixth round and the stouter steel frame that handles .357 Magnum comfortably. It runs a bit heavier and slightly larger than an Airweight-style five-shot, so there is a trade-off between shootability and pocket-friendly weight. For belt carry, most folks find the extra ounces well worth it.





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