Features of the New Colt Viper with Mark Redl, Colt Pro Shooting Team Captain

At the 2024 NRA Annual Meetings, Mark Redl, Manager of Product Testing for Colt and Captain of the Colt Pro Shooting Team, unveiled one of Colt’s newest revolver introductions: the Colt Viper. Designed specifically with concealed carry in mind, the Viper blends classic Colt revolver lineage with modern refinements to deliver a lightweight, smooth-handling defensive wheel gun.

A Compact, Carry-Focused .357 Magnum

The new Colt Viper is built as an easy-to-carry defensive revolver available in two practical barrel lengths:

• 3-inch barrel
• 4-inch barrel

Chambered in .357 Magnum, the Viper also accepts .38 Special, offering shooters a softer-recoiling and more economical option for training or practice sessions.

Key Features of the Colt Viper Revolver

Double-Action/Single-Action Operation

The Viper offers both smooth double-action and crisp single-action modes, giving shooters flexibility whether carrying for defense or working on precision at the range.

Six-Shot Capacity

A full six-round cylinder provides solid firepower in a compact defensive platform.

Interchangeable Front Sight

Shooters can easily swap the front sight for preferred styles or enhanced visibility.

Refined Wood Grips

The Viper features attractive and ergonomic wood grips that offer comfort and control under recoil.

Lightweight Barrel Profile

Colt reduced the under-barrel material to cut weight and improve balance. This update makes the revolver:

• Easier to carry
• Quicker to draw
• Faster to transition between targets

This combination of reduced weight and improved handling is a defining enhancement for the 2024 Viper.

A Purpose-Built Concealed Carry Revolver

With its manageable size, versatile chambering, smooth action, and smart weight reduction, the Colt Viper is designed to be a dependable everyday carry option. Whether for personal defense or field use, it brings trusted Colt revolver performance into a modern concealed-carry format.

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