Well, this is underwhelming.
“Hits and Hiccups”
Colt had both the 4.25 inch and 6 inch Pythons available to shoot. I opted for the 6″, as I was interested in the balance of the longer barrel. The revolver points very naturally, exactly like an old Python. The double action pull was very smooth and consistent, though does not “stage” the hammer at all like the old Pythons. Single action pulls were very crisp, though just a tad heavier than the old Pythons. Colt said the heavier pull weight was needed to pass modern drop test requirements. In both modes, targets were simple to hit out to 50 yards.
Unfortunately, after only 7 rounds of Colt’s National Match .38 Special, I experienced a failure to advance the cylinder. A few other reviewers have experienced this issue as well. Colt is aware of the issue (likely a failure of the hand to rebound), and ask that anyone experiencing this issue send their Pythons in for assessment and repair. This may be a teething issue, but it seems like Colt should have done more due diligence to prevent this issue from occurring to customers in the first place.