The Colt Python in .357 Magnum (brand part no. PYTHONSM8RTS) pairs an 8-inch bead-blasted stainless barrel with Colt’s classic double-action/single-action design, giving shooters extra sight radius and velocity for range work and hunting. Colt finishes the barrel and frame with a bead-blasted stainless texture and fits the grip frame with Hogue rubber grips for a secure hold under recoil. Adjustable sights let shooters dial in point of impact, and the cylinder holds 6 rounds of .357 Magnum or .38 Special. Among revolvers in the revolvers category, the Python favors shooters who want the longest available barrel for maximum sight radius and velocity.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .357 Magnum, which also fires .38 Special ammunition.
• Features a double-action/single-action trigger for both precise and rapid-fire shooting.
• The 8-inch barrel wears a bead-blasted stainless finish.
• Adjustable sights let shooters fine-tune point of impact.
• Fitted with Hogue rubber grips for a secure, comfortable hold.
• Cylinder capacity is 6 rounds.
• Weighs approximately 42 ounces unloaded.
• Cut with a 1-in-14-inch twist rate.
• Overall length measures 15.3 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this revolver fire .38 Special ammunition? Yes, a .357 Magnum cylinder also chambers and fires .38 Special rounds.

What is the barrel finish? A bead-blasted stainless steel texture.

Are the sights adjustable? Yes, the Python ships with adjustable sights for dialing in point of impact.

Buy the Colt Python .357 Magnum Revolver

A long-barreled double-action revolver built for maximum sight radius is exactly what this Python delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.