Crack for Boomers: The Colt Python

[@the_real_ch3]

Revolvers are like lever actions, I didn't ask if they were the best most modern firearm I asked if they were cool. And the answer is yes

[@p00lboy]

a like caliber with those 2 are are the last 3 guns id nvr ever get rid of

[@bsmithhammer]

Exactly. My modern guns are practical, but frankly pretty boring. When I go to the range and want to have fun, I bring my wheelguns and my heavily modded Henry Mod X .44

[@yglvidhughes3721]

They deserve to be respected… I’ve been itching to buy a revolver lately just to have one lol I got plenty of other guns that have their purposes.

[@w.p.958]

Absolutely!

[@the_real_ch3]

@@bsmithhammer “because I think it’s cool and I like shooting it” is a 100% valid reason to own any firearm

[@staffy8832]

The skit with Coral and Daryl at the start is top tier lmao

[@tetlow2]

Jerry is the man. Not only does he have a full auto finger. He seems like a genuinely nice guy. His daughter seems cool, too. He seems modest as well.

[@jacobkean03]

His daughter is a hell of a shot too. They’ve filmed together a few times and they’re awesome.

[@tetlow2]

@@jacobkean03 yeah. She's a beast as well. Those two are really impressive. Amd seemingly mellow

[@BrianKern2121]

His father in-law was Jim Clark Sr. If I recall it right, Mr. Clark took a round into his chest as a Marine in Korea. He went onto be know a one the best 1911 gunsmith, because fuck communism.

[@ThomasHendrickson]

@@BrianKern2121amen, fuck communism

[@tetlow2]

@@Zedisdeadbaby666 yeah, my bad

[@NCRRangerGuy]

Lost 130lb over 2023 and treated myself to a 6" Python. That thing is fun as hell to shoot, and I've noticed that most people on the range seem to think the Python is pretty badass too. That $1500 was tough though lol

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

Lol you bought a gun because you lost weight? Sounds like a great excuse/bargaining tool for my wife next time I really want a new gun.

[@col.greasebagmcqueen9933]

Good for you bro! That's awesome and you deserve it.

[@jasonphd97]

Great job! You deserve a King Cobra as well. Held one and now want both.

[@PushrodMutant]

I just got a 3" for concealed carry and love it. Everyone who sees it loves it, just well made and the Walnut grips look fantastic.

[@AdministrativeResults]

Sheading the weight of a grown woman is impressive, a Well deserved prize my man.

[@titan_o7]

My dad has his father’s Colt python from when he was a cop in the 80s. Still has the original stainless finish and walnut grip and shoots like it was fresh out the box. There’s just something so satisfying about holding an iconic firearm like that. Truly a treasure to be preserved.

[@w.p.958]

Colt hand fitted parts back in those days. They don't make them like that anymore - never get rid of it!!!

[@clifbradley]

I was a Sheriff's Explorer in Florida back in the early 90's and I was on the pistol team. We used Colt Pythons with 6 inch barrels and Pachmayr grips and tritium sights. We shot .38 special wadcutters. I loved that gun. Unfortunately we were using old department guns that had hundreds of rounds through them with .357 +P ammo. So the barrel wasn't exactly in the best shape. We would argue with our coach that our shots weren't grouping great because of that. And he would say it was us. Then he shot it and he was ranked #17 in the US, so he finally admitted that it was worn out. But they were right on the verge of swapping over to semi auto. So we couldn't get new ones. Instead we went into the armory looking through hundreds of pistols to find some that had better rifling. Then they finally switched to semi-auto, but they were worried about people using race guns and modified guns, so it had to be what your department carried. Which for us was the Beretta 92F. It was a mess. So they made it Beretta 92F or Glock 17. A female could use a Glock 19 or a Taurus PT92C. But people started cheating with laser grips or guide rod replacements, tricked out guns. I left when that started going into effect but they should have stuck with revolvers. Nothing beats a Colt Python 6" hammering away.

[@chrisjosekuehl]

@@w.p.958they don’t need to be hand fit anymore because today’s manufacturing can be done more precise than than even the hand fitting that was required for the poor manufacturing of the past. It’s nice sounding and a little romantic to hear your gun was hand fit. As an engineer I hear that any part I want to change is going to take significant amount of extra labor to get to work correctly.

[@NightVisionHunting]

Blessings

[@Silvio96X]

​@@clifbradleymost females can't properly use Beretta 92s because they lack fingers length to operate it properly. What was wrong with Beretta 92 if I may ask?

[@joshv7449]

Can we address the insane content quality of this video?? Not even including the zombie skits this was filmed in like 4 different places and it’s all seamless… incredible

[@kiserschaus]

He's the king of quality imo

[@Wisconsinlarper]

You saw it here third everyone, colt python is peak boomer zoomer aesthetic.

[@reidycruise]

No punk

[@Wild_Mann]

​@@reidycruiseshush boomer

[@samfisherxboxog8925]

Hey now don’t forget millennials. Oh who am I kidding we’re the new lost generation

[@Wisconsinlarper]

@reidycruise No rapid firing on my range, sonny boy. Git da heck out.

[@vgee3926]

I'd say the j frame Smiths are the coolest ever..

[@kandr4439]

My son purchased me a Colt Python 6" Stainless w/ wood grips for Christmas this year. I am not ashamed to share this... I cried when I opened it. #tearsofjoy

[@pilotmanpaul]

The Python with the long barrel is truly a big iron time.

[@oolooo]

You can not claim it is Big Iron when it is Double Action and 9mm

[@celphalonred1999]

​@@oolooodouble action yes* but 9m definitely no

[@iseward01]

​@oolooo Technically you're correct, but it's like calling a Ford GT an F150.

[@MacDorsai]

FYI, from a guy who started with PD when revolvers were what everyone carried, you have your speedloaders on the wrong side. They should be right in front of your holster because when you are reloading, the gun will be held by your weak hand after the cylinder is open, you've hit the ejector and dumped the empties, and now you're going for the loader with your strong hand. If they are right in front of the holster, they're right under your hand.

[@noahfriend320]

Interestingly enough, I'm about 75% sure Massad Ayoob came up with doing that in the 80s to take advantage of better strong hand dexterity under stress.. There was a time before that when weak-hand revolver reloads were the accepted method.

[@douglaslarue4264]

Another COP from the 80's here. MacDorsal is correct about moving the speed loader pouch to Strong side. Also, you need to break those Speed loaders in no matter what brand. You will notice thigs pick up quickly. There is a rhythm to the whole thing. Stay safe and have fun.

[@jamesshannon9721]

You beat me to this comment.. And yes- the cop in the training film clip was also setup this way for some reason.. Now- if you have the dexterity to load with your weak hand (i never did) and maintain gun in firing hand then sure this setup makes sense. Some guys used to keep a third speed loader on their weak side- if they had enough real estate on their belts (this was back when duty belts (Sam Browns) werent festooned with more than a flashlight rig, radio and straight baton...and the latter often rode behind the headrest.. God I'm old. .

[@Trooperdogg1960]

I wear speed loaders on both sides UPSIDE-DOWN. Gravity feeding the speedloader is faster for me. I use a 5 shot .44 in 4" barrel, but not always on my hip. Sometimes it's on a vest. Sometimes crossdraw.

[@williamryan9195]

He knows that. He is intentionally failing.

[@FlightInTheEye]

Rick wasn’t the first law enforcement officer to battle zombies with a Colt Python. Stars member Barry Burton from the first Resident Evil game used the Python as his primary weapon

[@greatBLT]

I have THIS

[@Abel-Alvarez]

Exactly, the S.T.A.R.S. legend himself deserves more credit here.

[@MerchantrRe4]

Wasn't it an Anaconda?

[@carrion101]

In the original it was a python, in the remake he had an anaconda@@MerchantrRe4

[@Jackmickleson1984]

Both have hair on em’

[@thapeacock2601]

My dad has a 6" Python from the 70s passed down from his dad. First time he took it to a gunsmith, the guy behind the counter said "hold on" and then slipped on gloves before handling it. It's certainly and respected.

[@variousdifferentthings]

In a world with billions of zombies, 6 shots is all you need, maybe, probably... maybe not

[@arevalocarlos3396]

Just remember to save one for yourself.

[@mattmarzula]

​@@arevalocarlos3396That was the original ad for Resident Evil in Game Informer. Also good advice.

[@WeirdLookingRabbit]

Infinite ammo cheat definitely helped in TWD

[@MmMm-f2y7c]

.357 is the infinite ammo cheat. 38 special was a black powder round originally. Revolver lever action still works just fine with black powder. I can find lead I can get or make black powder. Storing a ton of primers is cheap if I had to I could make them.

[@intergalacticpioneer3249]

0:40 don’t let Caleb find out you slapped that ejector rod. You’ll have to call Paul

[@handsomerob1223]

I’m 22, I never watched or had interest in watching the walking dead, but my second ever handgun was a 2020 python. My love of the big snake came from half-life and TF2! When the only revolvers I knew of were your SAAs and your “police specials” that vented rib stands out!

[@bobiojimbo]

Did you main Spy?

[@MAGAWillSaveTheWorld]

You need to watch TWD atleast the first 5 seasons.

[@EvilWiffles]

Half-Life was more an Anaconda then a Python. I bought the new Colt Anaconda because it's just a bigger Python in a more capable caliber.

[@imthatguy1878]

​@@EvilWifflesand the new anaconda is actually smoother than the python

[@-You-Tube-]

I'm younger than Admin, and I LOVE revolvers. I was raised on old westerns, so when I got old enough I got a Ruger wrangler to get my feet wet, then I got a 7 1/2 Redhawk in .44, then I got a .357 Blackhawk, then acadently ended up buying a 7 1/2 inch .44 Blackhawk. Are they impractical for modern EDC? Yes, but that's why I also own automatics.

[@paleoph6168]

"And now for something completely different." - Monty "Colt" Python, 1955

[@SamMurphyHSV]

This was a great ode to the classic colt python and the .357 magnum. You can't argue how legendary that pistol is. My dad bought a 6 inch S&W 686 when he was a cop in the 80s because he wanted extra stopping power over the standard issue .38 specials his department was issuing at the time. I still love shooting his pistol and I think if he was still around, he'd approve of how I take care of his baby. I agree with you 100% on the number of rounds vs stopping power argument though. My EDC is a M&P 2.0 10MM so I fortunately have both. It's my favorite pistol and definitely my baby. The happiest of New Year's to you and your family admin!

[@the_scavenger01]

Man I love the Python. It’s shown so much in video games and movies and it’s awesome to see it once again.

[@HVSJR-n5q]

Have an older one that I bought growing up 40 years ago. Never fired it. Colt announced they were stopping it so I unloaded it and put it back in the box. I had loaded it up that day to go deer hunting with it. When I heard on the radio that they had stopped making them. Still NIB kept All my paperwork and will pass it down to my granddaughter when I’m gone. It will always be the most beautiful revolver I ever saw. Did I say I’ve never fired it? And only loaded it once. I have others but this one is my baby.

[@imthatguy1878]

I bought all the new ones to save my old one for my kid,he's 30 and will get them all when my times up

[@benjamin3290]

Colt farms out the production of their revolvers to a subcontractor, got to tour the shop last month on a sales call for work. I was absolutely blown away by the facility. I have been in a lot of machine shops in my career and theirs was one of the most impressive I’ve ever seen. The new generation of snake guns are damn fine revolvers.

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

To whom ar they farmed ?

[@TommyRibs]

Put a Python Barrel on a Smith and Wesson Frame, and you have the Smolt Smython. Which is the coolest revolver ever. This was an actual thing for PPC competition back in the 1970s and 1980s.

[@daviedood2503]

How the hell could u even do that 🤔

[@TommyRibs]

@@daviedood2503 Gun smith did it. You have to re-thread the barrel. Google: Smolt Smython

[@imthatguy1878]

​@daviedood2503 good gunsmiths did them back in the day and they're not cheap with you do see one for sale

[@TommyRibs]

@@daviedood2503 There is some re-threading that needs to be done and some fitting, but it can be done by a good revolver smith. I have a 686-3 with a 6” Python Elite barrel. It is sweet.

[@insert-name-here3350]

Carried a S&W Model 10 for work. I found carrying the speedloaders on your strong side instead of support side like semi auto magazines would be gave better access for quick reloads. Also recommend holding the cylinder straight down towards the floor instead of parallel to help line up rounds and get them into the cylinder.

[@TheSickjits]

Couple years back I was moving to arizona. Stopped at that mobil in Quartzsite. Walk in, head towards the burger king counter, and I see a 55 year old dude wearing a real tree fishing vest, with a .454 casull hanging off his hip. Oh arizona, never change.

[@ca9968]

My uncle had, and carried a 2 inch snub nose Colt Python back in the 1980`s in South Africa, I was 12 years old when he took me to the range the first time and let me shoot it, such a nice revolver to shoot, a bit of a hand cannon for a 12 year old boy to shoot though...

[@tuzu1758]

I bought a 6" blue back in '83. It changed everyway of how I would shoot from that day on. I hit the range with some buddies. Right out of he box. 10 ring all 6 rounds. It was like driving a VW and you finally buy a caddy. That action was buttery smooth. Course you're there with the posse. So you pass her around. Like a hooker on fleet week. The next week one went and bought himself one and the other said he was rat hole'n cash to get one as well. The thing sold itself. That's codified craftsmanship. Thanks for the stroll down memory lane.

[@jordanvoskamp]

I'm not even through the Larp but between the "oh no carl" and the stop hittin the griddy You've already made me burst out laughing, love you admin happy new year.

[@Gelbwurst]

I am just waiting for the delivery of my Colt Python 2020 6". Should be a matter of weeks hopefully. Thank you for that video, cheering up my waiting time. Best regards from Germany.

[@randomyetcool1]

Shot a local USPSA match one time and a Grandmaster in the revolver class showed up. Ole boy won the whole thing overall by a long shot. Ive never been more impressed at a match more than that day.

[@327Federal]

0:00 Walking Dead Larp 1:58 Toilet Bit 2:34 Why? Is Admin a Boomer? 3:45 Glock vs Python 5:49 Americana Pipedream 6:28 How to Load a Revolver 8:22 Python in Pop Culture 9:15 #2 Python Walking Dead 11:31 Pop Culture Continued 12:49 Python Role in LE 14:19 History of the Python 16:00 Modernization Colt Python 18:42 Boomers are Seething 20:34 Rick Grimes Revolver 21:44 Thanks for Watching Remember! 327 Federal Magnum is the Best Snub Nose Cartridge! It fires 32 S&W Short or Long which have no recoil. Plus it chambers 32 H&R or 32 ACP which makes it great for the inevitable Walking Dead Zombie Apocalypse!

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

Thanks bro, but you realize the video has time stamps already right?

[@gunnermurphy6632]

You're funny

[@nfaisnfgay]

Crazy he did a America Pipedream sponsorship, given their customers are literally ghe people who dox’d him.

[@kencoffman7145]

My father carried a 4 inch python for about 15 years while working for Detroit PD. I inherited it and now my son has it. A beautiful piece of equipment but I personally prefer a 686 because of the handling.

[@raouldukejj]

The smith is definitely the superior machine

[@mikewithers299]

Love the 686 for sure, but then again I love all my 2.0's. Just needed to have 1 wheelgun and Smith nailed it ❤️

[@gtopp9619]

Great video. Quick tips: When speed loading, keep the gun at chest level, so you keep situational awareness. Also, DON'T pull the speedloader (especially the HKS) from the cylinder. If the rounds hang up, spin the cylinder with the thumb/forefinger and let the loader drop free. Pulling it away may induce a stoppage. Chamfering the torpedo tubes helps too. Thanks for sharing. 🇺🇸

[@jimtheedcguy4313]

S&W model 29 with a 6.5” barrel and a Colt Python are two very iconic handguns!

[@Gameprojordan]

Also the Model 36 snubnose .38

[@BackyardKnifeDude]

I bought the Python combat elite a few months and could not wrap my hand or head around the short grip. I changed it out for one on amazon which was nicer feeling but like you my speedloaders would hang up. I also ended up sanding mine down with a dremel tool and it worked. Later I discovered the grips made by Badger custom grips. They have a nice variety for the Python and the option to get a grip professionally sanded down on the speed loader side. Loved your video and thanks...

[@AuggieTheHardCarry]

Walking dead references were on point. Zomb griddy

[@TurdFergusson318]

My buddy’s grandfather left him a pristine 1957 6” python, og box and manual. He’s not really a gun guy but knew it was rare. I give him kudos because he knows he can buy a modern arsenal if he sells it but knows chances are he can will never be able to buy that again.

[@Mercenary56]

Maybe it's Hollywood that's clouding my judgment, but the Python is just ASTHETIC

[@nekomasteryoutube3232]

Nah I think it looks sexy for a revolver. Its the kinda revolver that looks like it does the job.

[@p00lboy]

honestly its a step below a nighthawk or a manurhin but its the best trigger i currently have ...a 1969 4in blue for reference

[@firstnamelastname6216]

"Aesthetic". Sorry, just tryna help lol. 😁

[@firstnamelastname6216]

​@@p00lboydude, that sounds sweet fr 👍

[@nekomasteryoutube3232]

@@firstnamelastname6216 Look I can't spell worth s**t even though I'm 31. Either way you get the idea how it looks good.

[@scottwilson1258]

My First Handgun! Purchased my beautiful 1973 Colt Python 6" Blue in 1980 when I got home from the Hospital after being stabbed in the Lung during a Fight! Still got it ! My friend you shaved down a pair of $350-450 Original Colt Python Grips!?

[@allthreeofem]

Great video, love the revolver content. I like the way you changed the grip to make it work for your speed loaders. It's for shooting, not for looking at!

[@A4Blue-m7n]

That 4in you got is a nice piece. Loving the revolver appreciation on your channel.

[@CarguyRS]

It never hurts to learn a new (or old) weapon system, and have fun while doing it. Great video as always fam

[@tacticutelife]

This awesome vid took me down memory lane to when my uncle, a USMC Vietnam Vet gave me my first ever opportunity to shoot a handgun....4" Colt Python .357 mag w/ vented rib in blue steel! To think about it, (I was maybe 10yrs old) probably why I love and respect my 2A rights to this very day!🔥💯 Just remember a super LOUD bang, 🔥ball and a huge smile on his face when I handed it back. BTW, we didn't have ear plugs back then....pretty sure he broke off the filter from some Marlboros and shoved them down in my ears!😁 Love your work Admin!❤

[@Khan.WrathOf]

Added bonus to conceal carrying a big ass revolver: if you appendix cary, you'll be the most popular dude at the chilis singles mingle

[@mikewithers299]

"Is that a gun, or are you happy to see me?" 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheAlbert12397]

I loved this and as Brit we cant even own one (unless we get a lead role in The Walking Dead). It would be great if you could get a Manurhin MR73 in for review. They look cool as f##k and the French used them in their 1994 hostage rescue of the hikacked Air France flight. I believe 3 of the 4 hijackers were put down with a 357 Manurhin MR73.

[@thatguyoverthere2288]

What about a webley?

[@TheLord0Ice0Wind]

​@@thatguyoverthere2288oooo, a webley🤙

[@tlshortyshorty5810]

@@thatguyoverthere2288 He did a webley video when he still wore the mask

[@pinnin4steel330]

Brits are not responsible enough to own firearms like this.

[@efcsscfe2208]

It was all about the rib! The ventilated rib, the name Colt and the perplexing counterclockwise wheel. That and the 70’s zeitgeist that sold the model. The name helped.

[@MrDillaKilla]

*clockwise. Colt rotates right....

[@GroundStudies]

"Acquired thru financial gain," is how I will describe coming upon every single thing I own from this day henceforth.

[@DieselMcBadass1]

I loved in Dirty Harry 2 where all the bad cops had pythons, and just snapped suppressors on the end. Just popped in place and worked on a wheelman. Made me chuckle, but damn pythons look cool on screen.

[@mikewithers299]

Yup! That's where my love for the Python came from ❤️

[@jason200912]

You should have had him sign a document and get an autograph on the document to prove that It was the set gun

[@charlessalmond7076]

Grew up shooting 1911s, P-35's, and revolvers in the 80's. I've got a firm belief that if you can master a double action revolver, you can learn any trigger system. Currently, I carry combat Tupperware. Looking to go back to my roots.( nice 2011s aren't cheap)

[@chrisjosekuehl]

I highly highly recommend you look at the Bul Armory pistols. In my opinion they are better built, better trigger, better options and the mags are more affordable and extremely reliable.

[@The_Devil_Himself]

15:46 The ejection sounds just like when I first heard it in Black Ops 1 (which also came out in 2010. Coincidence?)

[@TheFireMaker117]

Choosing dual wield for the python on Black Ops 1 (rip best cod game) gave you not only another gun, but also gave you the speed loader for the price of only 1 attachment and i never forgot that. Also for you mason! Not for me

[@JoeyEX]

My fav pistol setup, I always ran it with the Commando, remember rushing through Nuketown with them

[@rico989]

I got a Harry’s holster for my S&W 442. Kydex feels nice wearing it with light shorts

[@Toulouke1]

that carl and rick crying scene was spot on haha

[@JustinAllegree]

please, next time you do a comparison, do a long(er) range test between a glock and a 6" revolver. Somewhere around 50-75 yards. I believe this is where you will see the long barrel revolver shines. But I would like to see for sure. Also, we need you to try a SW R8 with a red dot on it lol. Please

[@mrdato116]

I wanted to get one but fact that its only 6 shots and msrp of 1400 made me think twice. I got Taurus 692 with wooden grips instead. It looks cool, has ported barrel, 7 shot 357mag and has spare cylinder to shoot 9mm. One of the best deals in revolver world.

[@TheCosmicGuy0111]

That’s why you get an anaconda for same price but it’s 44 magnum 😮‍💨

[@stevem4783]

Taurus wheelguns are very underrated.

[@MichaelPoage666]

I also can't resist a revolver that holds more than six. I have an S&W 686+ .357 that holds seven and one of those stupid Heritage .22s with a nine round cylinder. 😂

[@gud2go50]

Thanks for doing this video. Being a boomer, I have always loved revolvers and counted on them back in the day. They did the job back then, but these days the world is crazier and just plain strange! I carry my Glock 19 or my S&W M&P Shield. Some times I throw my S&W .38 in the pocket for just walking my dog in my neighborhood. I still train with the revolvers for just in case and I enjoy them. Have a great New Year!

[@lukesagaris3147]

I always imagine myself as a “City Hunter” while holding a python

[@damnits2200]

XYZ

[@TheWizardOfGore89]

Probably one of my favorite revolvers. My buddy had an s&w custom shop .357 8 shot. It's a thing of beauty.

[@Boomshaka]

Not a revolver fan until i saw the Taurus Raging Hunter series and now i have respect for all Revos

[@MrMinuteman]

Happy new year Admin, I hope you and your family are doing well!

[@kyledodson2992]

Python isn’t boomer, it’s timeless

[@torpid5092]

Every single time I hear the House Building Song start in a conversation about revolvers, I know I've found my people

[@Justin-LaFleur]

Stil the coolest revolver ever still is the S&W Model 29 with the 6 1/2 inch barrel used by Dirty Harry Callahan in the Dirty Harry series. Side note though. Carry your speed loaders on your strong side in front of your holster. The manual of arms for a revolver reload is to shift the revolver into your support hand with the middle two fingers holding onto the open cylinder while your strong hand grabs the speed loader/speed strip, and reloads. Also Ive found that the HKS speed loaders work the best in S&W revolvers I don't have that sticking issue you have with yours when reloading my Model 19-3 or my Model 586.

[@ajjacobson1021]

I own my father's old 1964 6" Python in royal blue in excellent condition. The load side grip comes from the factory thinner at the top to give clearance for speed loaders. My 3 HKS loaders are no problem. I looked it up and these grips were standard 1961 - 1973. I usually carry a Gen 5 Glock 19, but I feel very confident that unless I'm facing a gang and horribly outnumbered anyway that I can take care of business with my Python.

[@fell9654]

If Rick had a semi auto, maybe he wouldn't have gone down 😆

[@benbutz4900]

he’s not even dead tho

[@fell9654]

*in the first episode

[@celphalonred1999]

Nope, recall that he got shot from the side because they didnt know there was another shooter. ​@fell9654

[@markjordan348]

The first handgun I ever bought is my 6-in stainless steel Colt Python. I put Pachmeyer grippers on it, and red insert front and white outline rear sights. After it's second trip to Colt to be retimed they informed me that it was no longer under warranty. That ended my practice with full power.357 loads. I hope to bring it out for a couple of pin shoots next summer. Or maybe use it as my cenerfire gun in Bullseye.

[@helodriver20]

Love the Python. Had a ‘74 6”, sold it when I was dead broke. Bought a 2020 model a couple of years ago. I found the speedloaders from 5 Star Firearms to be superior to the HKS.

[@KID_WAFA]

Were you able to use the speed loader with the stock walnut grip? Any issues

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

@@KID_WAFA You talking about the regular 2020 Python grips? Those are laminate grips, not walnut. But yes, I used the 5 star speedloaders and they work much better than the HKS. I bought a pair of Deer Hollow original Colt grips to replace the stock ones and both speedloaders work great.

[@helodriver20]

@@KID_WAFA yes. No issues.

[@Vollce]

Daryl doing griddy in front of walkers indeed gets them all riled up.

[@nukiesduke6868]

I'm always jelly of the people that bought a gun when it was super cheap, only to have a show or movie make it massively popular to the point it drives the value of the gun up 10 fold.

[@stevem4783]

Python values skyrocketed far before The Walking Dead was a thing. They've been worth a lot for a long time. Colt bringing them back for 2020 actually stabilized the pricing a bit. The old ones still go for a premium, but they stopped rising rapidly once people had the option of buying a new one again if they wanted.

[@TechMonkey79]

"Big iron, big iron. When he tried to match the ranger with the big iron on his hip. Big iron on his hip."

[@jasondubois3399]

Colt is currently doing a Python “Combat Elite” which is a 3” model with a slightly shorter grip and an un-fluted cylinder. I’ve been thinking about picking one up for those times when I want my carry gun to have a little more “sophistication”😆

[@Monster11B]

I'd just like a 4 inch blue from them.

[@jasondubois3399]

Well, looks like you got your wish

[@fbnow2003]

I guess it is time to add another revolver to the collection..great video and happy new year!

[@reillyberg7761]

As awesome as really good revolvers are they have been put into two categories of use, range toy, or handgun hunting. But even hunting with a handgun has kinda gone by the way side because of modern ammo like hardcast +p and copper solids like the extreme penetrator.

[@YacolJ]

I have 1 revolver in my carry rotation. Perfect pocket gun. Can shoot it without cocking it. It will even shoot from concealment. With 2 speed loaders, I never feel outgunned.

[@w.p.958]

True, for me mainly range toy and collecting, however I think there will always be a practical need for a big bore revolver. Two instances I can think of, Alaska carry (.357 or .44 mag, etc.) for backup wilderness bear protection (primary being 12 ga.), secondly, SWAT shield usage as the slide on a semi-auto can hit the shield and jam the gun. Revolvers don't have this issue.

[@CheekyMenace]

​@@YacolJ Not to mention the confidence of not having to worry about a malfunction if a self defense moment arises.

[@stevem4783]

Snubnoses make excellent carry pieces. They're easy to conceal, easy to operate, exceptionally reliable & low maintenance, and no polymer pocket queen is matching a .357 in power. Past that, you don't have to worry about a slide ending up out of battery when firing from a jacket pocket in a "get off me" scenario. Longer barrel revolvers are very relevant for animal defense for people in those kinds of environments too. You're not matching the available power you can get out of .357 or .44 loads in a semi, let alone getting into something like a .454 Casull or .460 XVR.

[@tingley428]

Only 3 minutes in and gotta speak up; so my Dad's a boomer I'm gen x but I love Pythons (have since I was a kid, long before everyone started saying I look like Grimes) and I have 1911s (and shoot them far better than I can a glock btw), Pops is into cowboy guns... Point being not only boomers like old school, even my kid does! And that's what matters cuz he's the next generation of gun guys

[@chrisjosekuehl]

I wasn’t impressed initially when the Colt snake guns came back, but after CZ took the reins I can whole heartedly say that they are a class above the S&W and Rugers, including the custom shop versions. The Colt is so smooth it’s hard to explain, it’s a hydraulic smoothness, it’s tight without being tight if that makes any sense. It’s something that has to be felt and experienced. The price is justified in my opinion.

[@stevem4783]

Rugers are what you buy if you want something tough, not something smooth. I'm a revolver fanboy through and through, Smiths are generally my least favorite.

[@chrisjosekuehl]

I Colt or smith are just as tough. I guess if I was going to feed my gun nothing but +p or +p+ all of the time then a ruger might be a better choice but there’s no evidence that a steel revolver from any of the 3 is stronger than the other.

[@stevem4783]

@@chrisjosekuehl There's quite a bit of evidence. A GP100 is much tankier than a Python or 686 and the Redhawk and Blackhawk lines are near indestructible. Nothing wrong with the Colts or Smiths, don't get me wrong. I have a Python myself and very much love it, but Rugers are absolute tanks.

[@chrisjosekuehl]

@@stevem4783 you’re attributing weight to strength. I do think Ruger makes a beefier revolver but I have yet to hear of a Colt or Smith breaking or wearing out from use.

[@stevem4783]

@@chrisjosekuehl No, I'm not. It's true, look it up yourself rather than just defaulting to telling me I'm wrong or making assumptions. You don't have to be defensive about it. Research. Past that, revolvers have absolutely broken from wear and high power loads.

[@Biker_Gremling]

Years back someone had a listing posted on the range for a blued 6in Python for cheap. As you're guessing, didn't buy it and it consumes me everytime I remember it.

[@anomiaanomie]

So glad your doing this video! I love your unique content!! But come on now, you don’t hate that show, you hate what it has become 😂

[@Heinrich_STG44]

Yeah. I liked the show in the beginning.

[@awood825]

I was finally on the toilet when you mentioned it. Hands down one of the best gun tubers out there. Good work, keep it up.

[@GustheGunGuy]

Yes, it is. Was there any doubt?

[@yankeecornbread8464]

In 1968 a young Marine was home in Kentucky on leave showing us his new Chevelle Super Sport 396 with ceramic coated headers, but what impressed me was the Colt Python he was open carrying in a vertical belt holster. Total righteousness!

[@AaronShadowMoses]

Have you seen Coral?

[@curteaton]

Not going to tell you your business, but i sure liked seeing the thumbs crossed, vs the thumbs forward grip. Made me wince every time.

[@Moredread25]

Playing Zomboid today, decided to switch my Glock to a .357 Magnum Colt Python, got 400 kills. I hope you get to shoot with Jerry Miculek; that would be cool.

[@MattWaller04]

Be a true gigachad and carry 2 colt pythons. Remember, switching to your secondary is faster than reloading.

[@Wisconsinlarper]

Okay but why could they never just say zombies?

[@WTFisTingispingis]

Because these guys have literally never seen a movie in their lives.

[@cpl.barbarusc4814]

Rick Grimes favorite sidearm bar none. Can't blame him, talking out the undead with a single shot is so satisfying, at least in videogames and films.

[@dynomitejec]

Oh no oh oh noooo. That killed me. And the revolver is not out dated its modern survival gear it doubles as a hammer, a club for fighting, a tiny weak clamp if you can fit something under the hammer kinda works for sewing, and a mirror if it's stainless, and it won't break through all that good stuff. Also you can mount a scope if your smoking crack.

[@jackleonard109]

Brilliant video Adam and a big hats off to the producer/editor

[@TylerSnyder305]

Personally I find the S&W model 19 to be the better looking .357 revolver than the Colt python. I guess the python is just a more distinct recognizable model ? There's more than one S&W model that looks the same as the model 19, the model 14 and model 29 have the same look and could be confused at 20+yds but the python isn't really getting confused for any other Colt models except for maybe the Anaconda that followed it.

[@thevnbastid1027]

I bet a lot of young wimpersnappers will confuse a diamond back for this.

[@TylerSnyder305]

@@thevnbastid1027 somebody might if they're only familiar with the barrel shape I suppose. My point was that S&W has a number of revolvers that look the same, while it's just the one small family of models from Colt that share a common aesthetic.

[@MathWithAnE123]

of course it is i don't even need to watch the video to know this i'm commenting this while paused at 0:00. it's the coolest because it's the revolver my dad had when i was little, and it went "bang" really loud, and he let me shoot it for my 14th birthday

[@AdministrativeResults]

chad

[@Fierymedic2015]

Boomer lore

[@Bayrunner87]

I have a S&W 28-2, the Highway Patrolman, it’s probably the most fun to shoot gun I have.

[@davidnicholas7516]

Look into the S.L. Varian speed loader. They're expensive, but imho worth it if you can get it to fit with your gun. You fit the tips of the rounds into the back of the cylinder and push forward...the bullets are spring-loaded into the cylinders without any further action, no twisting or manipulation required. I have a S&W 686+, because I think it's cool, it's enormous, stainless steel, and if I miss 7 times I have a big hunk of steel to hit someone with.

[@ghostlikecow4282]

Admin calling us out for being on the toilet while one the toilet is a power play i never wouldve expected

[@hooks4638]

I will always have a soft spot in my heart for a revolver. When I was driving delivery in college I decided I needed to start carrying. Since the only handgun I had was my dad's Colt 1991A1 and I didn't want to carry that (for a few reasonss) I bought a S&W .38. It was the 1st gun I ever bought. It's the gun I really learned how to shoot handguns with and the gun I got comfortable with concealed carry. So I love em but I definitely wouldn't daily carry one now.

[@tremendousmoss]

The fact that you didn't mention Bob Munden has ruined my day. My disappointment is immeasurable.

[@Skaramine]

Before Rick Grimes, I was with Detective Kenneth Hutchinson and Don Johnson busting Knot Seas in Dead Bang. Also Carl Lyons of the Able Team series of novels in the 1980s and 90s.

[@Skaramine]

And, instead of zombies, Lyons was all about canceling Communists. Advantage Able Team > Walking Dead. (I wrote the characters in the 21st Century as part of the Stony Man series of novels. So yes, I love the Python. )

[@theroguenob]

I'm getting a uberti no 3 later this year hopefully love me the Schofield

[@thomashowardmd247]

Staging the trigger on a DA revolver trigger is a cool skill. Takes a lot of dry fire to smooth out the trigger and get the feel, but so worth it.

[@classicgunstoday1972]

I’m not a boomer and I’ve been carrying revolvers primarily for 20 years (including a Python). I have a SA 1911A1 .45 and an M9 Beretta but I carry those only about 25% of the time. But I don’t “feel” any better armed with those than with my revolvers. If anything, I feel better armed with a .357 Magnum. If “firepower” is what I’m really needing, I’m not reaching for any handgun, I’m reaching for my AR or 870. I think revolvers are just as valid today as in 1935.