
The Colt .357 is a medium-frame revolver chambered specifically for the .357 Magnum cartridge. It was introduced in 1953 as one of the first production revolvers developed for the then-new .357 Magnum round. The Colt .357 featured a heavy barrel, adjustable rear sight, and a wide target trigger. It was built on the slightly larger I-frame, also known as the .41 frame. The Colt .357 was designed for expert shooters seeking maximum accuracy and power.
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The Smith & Wesson Model 65 is a stainless steel, K-frame revolver chambered in .357 Magnum. It was introduced in 1972 as a stainless steel version of the Model 13, which was itself a fixed-sight variant of the Model 19 Combat Magnum. The Model 65 was designed for law enforcement use and featured a heavy barrel and a shrouded ejector rod. The revolver could also fire .38 Special ammunition. The Model 65 was widely adopted by police departments across the United States. Its stainless steel construction made it resistant to corrosion, making it popular for concealed carry and duty use in wet environments.
The Colt King Cobra is a medium-frame .357 Magnum revolver from Colt. Originally produced 1986-1998 and reintroduced in 2019 with modern manufacturing. Features a vent-ribbed barrel and fully adjustable rear sight.
The Smith & Wesson Model 642 is a lightweight J-frame revolver chambered in .38 Special. It features an aluminum alloy frame with a stainless steel barrel and cylinder, reducing weight to just 380 grams. The revolver has a shrouded hammer design for snag-free draw from a pocket or holster. It is a five-shot revolver with a 47 mm barrel and fixed sights. The Model 642 is one of the most popular concealed carry revolvers ever produced.