COLT KING COBRA 22LR 4IN BARREL ENGRAVED 10242

Colt's King Cobra in 22 LR with a 4-inch barrel and engraved finish is a rimfire revolver built for shooters who want the King Cobra name and platform in a lower-cost-to-shoot configuration. TacticCAL carries it for collectors, new shooters, and range regulars who want a Colt revolver they can run all afternoon.

Rimfire Revolver Ownership: Who Reaches for the King Cobra 22 LR

The King Cobra 22 LR draws a specific kind of buyer: someone who wants a centerfire-quality revolver platform without the per-round cost of centerfire ammunition. The engraved finish adds a collector dimension — this isn't a plain-jane range gun. New shooters appreciate the revolver manual of arms for its straightforwardness. Experienced shooters use it to log high-volume trigger time economically. The 4-inch barrel gives enough sight radius for deliberate work at the range. PC §32100 exempt as a single-action revolver, so it clears California's framework without a Roster listing. Holster options from Galco or Safariland for 4-inch revolvers are worth researching before pickup. Learn about single-action revolver exemption (PC §32100).

Frequently asked questions

Is the King Cobra 22 LR 10242 a single-action or double-action revolver?

Based on its CA-legal pathway, this is a single-action revolver — it's PC §32100 exempt on that basis. Confirm operation details in the owner's manual or manufacturer spec sheet before purchase if that distinction matters to your use case.

What makes the engraved finish on the 10242 different from the standard King Cobra?

The product title specifically identifies this SKU as the engraved variant. Beyond that, Colt's own product materials are the authoritative source — the engraving is a factory feature distinguishing it from standard-finish King Cobra configurations.

I'm buying this at TacticCAL — what should I have ready and what can I do during the 10-day wait?

Have your FSC in hand before you start the DROS — it's a prerequisite, not something you handle during the wait. Once paperwork is submitted, use the 10 days to source 22 LR ammunition, pick up a CA-compliant locked transport container, and identify a local range for your first session.

What do I need to bring for DROS in California?

Bring a valid California driver's license or ID card, proof of residency, your Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), and payment for the firearm and transfer fees.

Where is the closest FFL dealer to Santa Clara, Mountain View, or Palo Alto?

TacticCAL Gun Store in Sunnyvale is a short drive from Santa Clara, Mountain View, and Palo Alto, serving the South Bay as a full-service FFL dealer for transfers and DROS.

Does TacticCAL help with CA compliant firearms?

Yes — TacticCAL specializes in California-compliant handguns from the DOJ Roster and PC §32100 exempt single-action revolvers. Explore CA compliant firearms at TacticCAL.

TacticCAL Gun Store Sunnyvale CA is your Bay Area FFL transfer dealer for California compliant handguns — same-day DROS Sunnyvale processing for Milpitas and South Bay buyers.