remixer 1,645 Posted February 6, 2019 5 minutes ago, Vicious said: That does not bode well for me, buddy. Sorry man.... I question Colts sanity on a regular basis. They over produce guns nobody wants while under producing guns people are dying to own. Someone needs to be fired over there. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted February 6, 2019 5 minutes ago, remixer said: Sorry man.... I question Colts sanity on a regular basis. They over produce guns nobody wants while under producing guns people are dying to own. Someone needs to be fired over there. LMAO, 100% accurate. I can buy like 50 Cobras right now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
remixer 1,645 Posted February 6, 2019 1 minute ago, Vicious said: LMAO, 100% accurate. I can buy like 50 Cobras right now. Let me not even get on their stupid dealer relationships issues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted February 6, 2019 They had a Rep. named Brent (CS rep?) over on 1911 Forums (IIRC). He was awesome, always provided updates on products and support for people with issues. I think he helped Colt more than any one individual employee. Long story short, back when they downsized the custom shop, he was laid off. Now there is no way to get any good info. out of Colt. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted March 30, 2019 So update... I found one. Little over what I was looking to spend, but you can't spend your life waiting, right? Now I need to get some professionally fitted wood grips and a .45 ACP cylinder. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charleslee 44 Posted April 7, 2019 Colt Forum Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted April 7, 2019 On 2/6/2019 at 11:07 AM, remixer said: Someone needs to be fired over there. There have been restructuring, rebuilding, rebranding and refurbishing tries at Colt. But to no avail. Ruger, S&W, Taurus and even Uberti have been reaping the benefits. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 7, 2019 38 minutes ago, Ray Ray said: There have been restructuring, rebuilding, rebranding and refurbishing tries at Colt. But to no avail. Ruger, S&W, Taurus and even Uberti have been reaping the benefits. There is a demand for their products, and you have enough crazies like me that still have faith in Colt. They need someone with some business sense at the helm. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted April 7, 2019 7 hours ago, Vicious said: There is a demand for their products, and you have enough crazies like me that still have faith in Colt. They need someone with some business sense at the helm. Their days are numbered, plain and simple. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 7, 2019 Maybe... Someone will buy the name though. Besides, "What is dead may never die." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maksim 1,504 Posted April 8, 2019 I think the latest Colt owners are on the right path. Looking forward to the new King cobra... hoping to have one soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charleslee 44 Posted April 8, 2019 Good choice on the KC. Their SAA’s are only going up in price. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charleslee 44 Posted April 8, 2019 Gorgeous Colt, Vicious! Go on the Colt Forum. Nice folks who’ll help you in your search. Good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 8, 2019 2 hours ago, charleslee said: Good choice on the KC. Their SAA’s are only going up in price. Thank you. I've noticed that trend. Lol I don't know why I'm not a member of the Colt forum. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 18, 2019 For what it's worth I discovered a few cosmetic issues with the Colt and it has taken a trip back to Connecticut. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
9X19 125 Posted April 26, 2019 On 1/2/2019 at 5:11 PM, Vicious said: Like trying to find a unicorn. I remember a few years back watching these gather dust on shelves. Now that I want one, I can’t seem to find it. I know Colt made cuts in the custom shop, but are they down to one of these a year? I’m looking for a SAA with 5.5” barrel in .45 Colt. Anyone seen one laying around somewhere that’s not 3k+? Go on the Colt forum. 3rd gens are usually around $1800-2000 in the member classified section. You will have to join the forum. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 26, 2019 4 hours ago, 9X19 said: Go on the Colt forum. 3rd gens are usually around $1800-2000 in the member classified section. You will have to join the forum. Actually managed to pick one up, if you scroll up, you can see a pic. As I stated in a post after that one, I sent it back to Colt due to some cosmetic issues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
revenger 473 Posted April 28, 2019 Here's my .44 special. traded a S&W model 29 for it back in mid 80's at the Washington Arms Collectors show out in Puyallup, WA. used to load black powder cartridges and shoot it. Have not shot this one in over 30 years probably. It was unfired when i got it but back than they were very common out there and never gave collector value any thought. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 28, 2019 7 minutes ago, revenger said: Here's my .44 special. traded a S&W model 29 for it back in mid 80's at the Washington Arms Collectors show out in Puyallup, WA. used to load black powder cartridges and shoot it. Have not shot this one in over 30 years probably. It was unfired when i got it but back than they were very common out there and never gave collector value any thought. She is a beauty. I have to shoot everything I own. I like the .44, however I wanted the .45 Colt because I am going to get a .45 ACP cylinder as soon as Colt starts taking orders again. According to the customer shop manager, it is slated to happen before the end of this year. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted April 28, 2019 @Vicious Inquiring minds want to know, what are/were the cosmetic issues that the pistol went back with? Do you have a date for it to return? Something for you to drool over while you await its return: https://www.1911addicts.com/threads/ruger-super-blackhawk-transformation.66175/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 28, 2019 2 hours ago, Bully said: @Vicious Inquiring minds want to know, what are/were the cosmetic issues that the pistol went back with? Do you have a date for it to return? Something for you to drool over while you await its return: https://www.1911addicts.com/threads/ruger-super-blackhawk-transformation.66175/ Wow, I want those grips! That is going to be a beautiful piece. I can’t wait to see the finished gun. It went back because of the following: Ding on the rear of the cylinder Chatter marks on the trigger guard/ front strap Overly rounded edges on the trigger guard/ front strap Right grip panel not square with frame Tool marks in the cylinder window (only visible with cylinder removed,; may be normal) One chamber misshapen on front due to a number stamped too close to the edge I received a call from Patrick (custom shop manager) where he informed me that they would do what they can to make it right. He said if it is going to take too long (man hours on their end) to correct, however that they may contact me for a replacement or refund. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charleslee 44 Posted April 28, 2019 Wow! Someone screwed up, that’s too many mistakes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted April 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Vicious said: Wow, I want those grips! That is going to be a beautiful piece. I can’t wait to see the finished gun. It went back because of the following: Ding on the rear of the cylinder Chatter marks on the trigger guard/ front strap Overly rounded edges on the trigger guard/ front strap Right grip panel not square with frame Tool marks in the cylinder window (only visible with cylinder removed,; may be normal) One chamber misshapen on front due to a number stamped too close to the edge I received a call from Patrick (custom shop manager) where he informed me that they would do what they can to make it right. He said if it is going to take too long (man hours on their end) to correct, however that they may contact me for a replacement or refund. Yikes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicious 138 Posted April 28, 2019 3 hours ago, Bully said: Yikes. Yeah, if I didn’t think Colt would make it right, I would have refused delivery. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites