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Just announced, now I just need to find the cash…………..

I don't see it on the Colt website.

where was it announced?

you heard it here first folks.

My wife wants one, bad.

found it...

4", 6" and 8" versions coming...


6" part number:

Item Number: GSP6RTS45C
UPC: 098289005540

Where?
It's not on their site.
Google wasn't very forthcoming.

Found them on Bud's... Not in stock yet, but they have the part numbers listed. Also found them referenced all over with the part numbers. No one has them yet, but once you start digging they are being referenced all over...

Wonder how much $$$$????

Oh I'm so buying one!

You must have a bigger shield or better dirt.😉😉😉
Surly not the operator's fault.

Laughin’. Yeah, that one has been on my list for a while. I’ll be ordering one as soon as I can get someone to take the order. Retail looks to be about $1699, but they appear to be listed to go around $1500 depending.

Darn it, now I am going to have to buy one. Now the question is, what barrel length? Already have a new Anaconda in .44 with the 8” and a new Python with a 6” tube, so do I get the .45 colt with a 4” barrel or get it with a 6” barrel?

buy both, then you won't have any regrets...

Gents,
Help me out on this one. What is the appeal of the 45Colt in this revolver? I have 45 Colts in a SA Rugers and 44 mag's in Rugers, Smiths, and a Marlin. The 44 mag has a substantially higher SAAMI pressure rating (24,000psi vs 14,000psi for the Colt) and the rest is relatively equal, bullet diameters are close, bullet weights are comparable, and gun size is the same. I'm fully aware 45 Colt can be loaded very hot, so can the 44 mag. Overall though the 44 mag is factory approved to run hot, while the 45 Colt takes some finagling. You can also shoot 44 special out the mag version. Sure, you can shoot a Schofield in the 45 Colt...if you can find it.

Is the appeal nostalgia? If so, I get that. Or is it handloaders looking to soup up some 300grain powerhouses? Or maybe just use factory ammo and shoot big chunks of lead at 45acp velocities?

The Anaconda in .45 Colt can take Ruger level loads

Can't speak for anyone else, but I enjoy the versatility of 45 Colt not to mention that I live in Bear country and would like to have the capability of hot loads if the desire to carry that one comes along. I also like the nostalgia and I have at least 8 or 10 other 45 colts, so its an easy win for me. I have 44's also, but there's always been something about the colt that I really like. I have a redhawk in 45 Colt and if/when S&W comes out with the mountain gun in 45, I'll likely have to chase one of those down as well. As with anything, its not about need, but more about want. I have a 44 Anaconda. I could probably get by with just one or two guns but I enjoy options.

Love the nostalgia of 45LC. It is versatile and recoil feels less to me compared to 44 mag.

That does make it appealing. On the Python tread it looks like their Colt's custom shop is not offering to do action work any longer and suggest one custom smith to do the work. 300.00 for just sending in a few parts for a polish and 700.00 for the full package.

The short answer is the 45 Colt can do anything the 44 mag can plus some. I think you already answered your own question.

I am one who sent a hammer and trigger in for rework, and while I was not there to witness the work I can promise it was more than just polishing.

It's a shame Colt saw fit to cave to shitliberal crazies in shitliberal states to comply with their shitliberal drop tests to begin with, but it is what it is. I can tell you that what I ended up with is the most accurate revolver I have ever owned.

My wife most diffinitly needs one.

Does she know that?

The appeal of the 45 Colt in this revolver is the same appeal its had in a Ruger Blackhawk, Bisley, Redhawk and the revolvers Dick Casull conjured up, which is why the original Anacondas were also chambered in the cartridge.

It took Colt 45 years to make a 44 Magnum but they've made a 45 Colt revolver since 1873, so it also makes sense in that regard.

In the field the 45 Colt has been there and done that, over 75 years before the 44 Magnum, despite being loaded at almost 3 times less pressure. When loaded to 3/4 the 44 it delivers everything the 44 does at less pressure with heavier bullets and greater diameter when housed in the similar guns.

Handguns operate primarily on frontal area, because bullet composition and powders have not changed much over 100 years.

I have an original Anaconda .45 Colt

Hope the new ones will, shot loose two each [44 mag/45 Colt] early to mid 90's, I found both those to not handle my Ruger Super Blackhawk and Bisley loads, both were using 296 and the 300gr plated Speer bullets in their respective calibers.

RR no offense intended. I have a poor grasp of gunsmithing and how parts properly fit together to make them sing. I do know that a great trigger is something I enjoy a great deal though. I'm glad to hear your Python turned out so well!

None taken, it's all just a matter of perception and opinion. And thank you.

I feel the same way about trigger performance, which is why I've been a S&W fan for so many years. I can't recall handling a single Smith revolver having a trigger I couldn't be happy with. When I read about the new Python's trigger woes, I thought the issue was being exaggerated, and when I first handled the revolver I received I continued to think I could live with it. I changed my mind after a day or so, before I ever fired it. It IS disappointing that Colt would do what they have done (and I think their legal department probably held sway while the whole question was being discussed), but I feel like it was absolutely worth the additional $300 after the initial outlay. I've owned some pretty nice DA revolvers over the years, but this Python tops them all.

Another complaint has been the rear sight being sloppily fitted to the frame, but mine does not display that shortcoming. I don't know whether I just got lucky (doubtful---that just doesn't happen, LOL) or Colt got on it and addressed the issue.

RR and I have discussed the trigger pull on our Pythons. He shoots mostly S/A and I mostly D/A. The S/A pull on my Python is a bit heavy. The D/A isn't bad. I agree a Smith is easier to get a sweet trigger with. YMMV
Dave

Colt's website is updated with the Anaconda in 45 colt now...

45 Colt Anaconda models

It looks good. Thanks for posting the link Mtn man. Doesn't say if it's "+P" or modern colt 45 rated.

Yeah, I haven't seen much from Colt until this release, but the forums are saying it will handle any modern loads. Will be waiting to hear a bit more, but barring something unlikely, I will definitely be chasing one of these down.

Yep.

30 years ago we were engaged and I wanted her to learn to at least operate a handgun. After church we went out back and I gave her muffs, a quick tutorial, and told her to shoot a a clump in the snowbank.
The Python had light SWCs, I was hoping she would shoot 6. She was hesitant. Six BANGS later she ask if I had more ammo.

Later she learned she loves the 45 Black Hawk.
With 8-900fps loads. She grabbed one with a bunch of 296 once! Didn’t like them!

Anyway, years ago she was liking on an Anaconda in a LGS, and I mentioned a few were 45s.

She wants one.

Colt thinks suppliers should start getting these on the shelves around July. I couldn't resist so I called 'em to see where and when they might become available.

I have one of the original .45 Colt Anacondas, don't recall when I bought new it exactly, but it shoots well with Hornady XTP 250 (.452 dia) Jacketed or Lead Cowboy 255 grain (.254 dia) bullets. I use Starline brass. .45 Colt is one of my favorite cartridges, in Rugers, Colt New Frontier, and this Anaconda.

I just got a Kodiak in .44 Mag and ordered Garrett 310 Hammerheads, which are pretty hot. It sounds like the Colt is in between a Smith and Ruger for handling heavy loads. This quote is from Garrett but I’m curious as to what loads Garrett, Double Tap, and Buffalo Bore will promote for the new .45s. I would like to get a .45 but since I just got the Kodiak, it might be awhile.

“Colt Anaconda 44 mag and 330+P


Based on reports from leading gunsmith’s, I recommend against the use of our 330gr.+P Hammerhead Ammo in your Anaconda. Although sporting a very large and impressive cylinder the gun does not have a forward crane lockup, and is thus a poor choice for the heaviest of loads. It is not a concern over blowing it up, it is a concern about shaking it loose. So you would be best advised to fire only standard pressure ammo in your Anaconda. Therefore, the proper choice for you would be either our 310gr Hammerhead Ammo or our 310gr Defender Ammo. Both are excellent loads and both will take heavy North American game with reliability, out to 120-yds with the 310 Hammerhead ammo and about 70-yds with the Defender ammo.”

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Its still in between the Smith and the Ruger, namely the Ruger double actions. The double actions by Ruger are capable of even more.
This has been true since the last iteration of the Colt Anaconda, but in 45 caliber the Anaconda is capable of anything the Ruger is in single action guise.

FWIW, forward crane lockup has about zero to do with shaking a gun apart.....YMMV.

The 4.25 inch model would be tempting.

They are on Lipsey’s site. I have one on our wishlist so hopefully I will get a call. Dealer cost is $1225 if I remember correctly

Back in ‘93 I had an FFL. Dealer cost on my 44 mag 8 inch Anaconda was like $430 or something.