Description
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Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this STUNNING double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction; this is the Colt Python 2nd Generation Hollow Under-lug!
This example remains in Astonishing condition, showing no evidence of regular use or handling that we can see.
This Colt archive letter documents and authenticates a Colt Python revolver, serial number 52225, as having been manufactured in .357 Magnum with a 6-inch barrel and finished in Royal Blue. While the type of stocks was not recorded, Colt’s shipping records show that it was sent to Klein Sporting Goods Inc., located at , Chicago, Illinois, on January 21, 1966, as part of a shipment containing five revolvers of the same type. This information confirms the revolver’s factory configuration and provides provenance directly from Colt’s historical records, enhancing both its authenticity and collector appeal.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Python
Serial: 52225
Date of Manufacture: 1966
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 6" Hollow Under-Lug
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Rear w/ Serrated Ramped Front
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grips w/ Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Python, introduced in 1955, quickly earned a reputation as Colt’s premier double-action revolver and is widely regarded as one of the finest production revolvers ever made. Built on Colt’s I-Frame and chambered in .357 Magnum, the Python was designed for precision target shooting yet robust enough for duty use. Each example was hand-fitted and hand-tuned by skilled craftsmen, resulting in a remarkably smooth trigger pull and exceptional accuracy. Its distinctive full underlug, ventilated rib, and deep, lustrous Royal Blue finish became hallmarks of Colt’s high-grade revolver production, setting it apart from competitors. Over the years, the Python was offered in various barrel lengths and finishes, including bright stainless, nickel, and the rare satin Electroless Nickel. The hollow underlug Python is an especially intriguing variation from the model’s early years. Produced primarily in the late 1950s and early 1960s, these revolvers featured an underlug with a machined, open channel along the bottom rather than a fully solid profile. While the change was subtle in appearance, it reduced forward weight and gave the revolver a slightly different balance compared to later models. The hollow lug was eventually phased out in favor of the solid underlug that became the standard for the remainder of Python production, making the earlier style far less common. Collectors prize these hollow underlug examples both for their scarcity and for the fact that they often align with some of Colt’s most meticulous craftsmanship periods. Today, the Colt Python holds an enduring place in American firearm history, both as a functional masterpiece and as a collectible icon. Early-production examples with hollow underlugs stand out not only as rare design variants but also as representatives of the revolver’s formative years—when Colt’s fit, finish, and hand assembly were at their peak. As demand for Pythons continues to rise, these early variants are increasingly difficult to find in original condition, making them coveted centerpieces in advanced Colt collections. Whether appreciated for their mechanical excellence, historical significance, or distinctive early features, hollow underlug Pythons remain a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that defined Colt’s golden era
Contents:
Model: Python
Serial: 52225
Date of Manufacture: 1966
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 6" Hollow Under-Lug
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Rear w/ Serrated Ramped Front
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grips w/ Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Python, introduced in 1955, quickly earned a reputation as Colt’s premier double-action revolver and is widely regarded as one of the finest production revolvers ever made. Built on Colt’s I-Frame and chambered in .357 Magnum, the Python was designed for precision target shooting yet robust enough for duty use. Each example was hand-fitted and hand-tuned by skilled craftsmen, resulting in a remarkably smooth trigger pull and exceptional accuracy. Its distinctive full underlug, ventilated rib, and deep, lustrous Royal Blue finish became hallmarks of Colt’s high-grade revolver production, setting it apart from competitors. Over the years, the Python was offered in various barrel lengths and finishes, including bright stainless, nickel, and the rare satin Electroless Nickel. The hollow underlug Python is an especially intriguing variation from the model’s early years. Produced primarily in the late 1950s and early 1960s, these revolvers featured an underlug with a machined, open channel along the bottom rather than a fully solid profile. While the change was subtle in appearance, it reduced forward weight and gave the revolver a slightly different balance compared to later models. The hollow lug was eventually phased out in favor of the solid underlug that became the standard for the remainder of Python production, making the earlier style far less common. Collectors prize these hollow underlug examples both for their scarcity and for the fact that they often align with some of Colt’s most meticulous craftsmanship periods. Today, the Colt Python holds an enduring place in American firearm history, both as a functional masterpiece and as a collectible icon. Early-production examples with hollow underlugs stand out not only as rare design variants but also as representatives of the revolver’s formative years—when Colt’s fit, finish, and hand assembly were at their peak. As demand for Pythons continues to rise, these early variants are increasingly difficult to find in original condition, making them coveted centerpieces in advanced Colt collections. Whether appreciated for their mechanical excellence, historical significance, or distinctive early features, hollow underlug Pythons remain a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that defined Colt’s golden era
Contents:
This example will ship with the Colt Factory Letter, Custom Fit Walnut Case, and everything pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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