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*SOLD* Colt Custom Shop Python sets BSTS *1st 3" PYTHONS* Pre-Production Examples

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  • Colt Custom Shop Python sets BSTS *1st 3" PYTHONS* Pre-Production Examples
  • Colt Custom Shop Python sets BSTS *1st 3" PYTHONS* Pre-Production Examples
  • Colt Custom Shop Python sets BSTS *1st 3" PYTHONS* Pre-Production Examples
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Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present these once in a lifetime set of double action revolvers today for auction, these are the Colt Custom Shop 3" Pythons!

These Colt Pythons ranging from PY203626-PY203629 are the FIRST  Pre-Production Hand Crafted Consecutive Serial numbered pair of 2020 Python revolvers with 3" barrels and was masterfully hand crafted, pre-production at the Colt Custom Shop.

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Please notice that these Extraordinary examples have the vintage "PYTHON ROLL MARK" on the barrel" as the original vintage Python barrel Roll Mark from decades ago was used by the Colt Custom Shop in the creation of these extraordinary revolvers. 

The story of these one of a kind pythons is derived from the separate accounts of the two separate purchasers and is detailed below...


In early 2021 the Director of the Colt Custom Shop, Mr. Tim Looney had many requests for the newly introduced 2020 python with a 3" Barrel. "at this time colt did not and had no plans on producing the 2020 python with the 3" barrel"

Excited at the prospect of creating a special one of kind 3" python utilizing the new 2020 model, Mr. Looney accepted customer orders fo 2 sets of these special pythons with consecutive serial numbered pythons in each set. When Mr. Looney was almost completed with his works of art, Colt announced plans to start production of the 2020 python model with a 3" Barrel option.

Although these Custom Shop examples would share the barrel length, Mr. Looney was then determined to insure that these examples were entirely different than the mass produced examples found today.

Mr. Looney insured these examples would always be set apart, defined by there special options and detailing the fact that these examples were the VERY FIRST consecutive set of Colt 2020 3" pythons produced and created in the Colt Custom Shop at a time when the 3" python did not exist yet, and was 100% Custom birthed by the Colt Custom Shop from donor 6" 2020 pythons.


Below are some interesting facts that make these examples one of the most EXTRAORDINARY pieces of Colt History that we have had the pleasure of introducing on the open market.

 

The fact that these are the first 3" 2020 Pythons for retail sale to Colt Customers,
"these examples are NOT part of and are NOT simply the first serial number examples of the current production 3" Pythons" -These examples were produced by the Colt Custom Shop from 6" Python 2020 donor models before a 3" 2020 Python model was ever planned or announced by Colt-

Bright Stainless Finish
 -This finish is not an offered option from colt-
 

3" Roll Marked "Python" Barrel -
These examples were roll marked on the barrel with the very same python roll mark that was used on the original python models from decades ago.
 

The fact that these are the only two consecutive serial sets of the 2020 Python with the 3" barrels that were ever produced to date by the Colt Custom Shop.
 

The fact that these sets were not sold together, but was two separate orders and was shipped  from Colt separately to two different customers, -
HOWEVER as fate would have it, Bryant Ridge Co. made possible that these Historic Colts was again reunited and hopefully stay united for future generations of collectors yet still to come-
 

Each example in each set are consecutive serial numbered respectively AND both sets are  consecutively serial numbered, therefore making all four pythons consecutively serial  numbered to each other!


Information on the included factory letters is detailed below:

SET #1

"The Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC. is pleases to provide this document to authenticate the production and shipment of the following firearms by the Colt Custom Shop. 
Colt Model: PYTHON-SP6WTS
Serial Numbers: PY203626, PY203627
Custom Features Provided on This Firearm:
-Custom Barrel Length-3 Inches
-Bright Polished Finish
-Consecutive Serial Numbers
-Hand Machined Partridge Front Sight with Brass bead Insert

Special Notes:
Serial Numbers PY203626 and PY203627 are the first consecutive pair of Python 2020 revolvers with custom 3 inch barrels produced in the Custom Shop.

Shipping Information: Date of Shipment: December 9, 2021 Delivered To: B&N Hunting Sports, Bowling Green OH"



SET #2

"The Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC. is pleases to provide this document to authenticate the production and shipment of the following firearms by the Colt Custom Shop. 
Colt Model: PYTHON-SP6WTS
Serial Numbers: PY203628, PY203629
Custom Features Provided on This Firearm:
-Custom Barrel Length-3 Inches
-Bright Polished Finish
-Consecutive Serial Numbers

Special Notes:
Serial Numbers PY203628 and PY203629 are one of only two sets of Python 2020 revolvers with custom 3 inch barrels produced in the Custom Shop in 2021.

Shipping Information: Date of Shipment: December 10, 2021 Delivered To: Vintage Iron, LLC, Garrettsville Ohio"

 


SPECIFICATIONS
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Manufacturer: Colt 
Model: Python
Serial: PY203626 & PY203627
Date of Manufacture: 2021
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Original Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: Original vintage Python Roll Stamped 3" Ventilated Ribbed and Full Lug
Optics/Sights: Partridge with Brass Bead Insert Front and Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Original Checkered Walnut with Inlaid Colt Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard


Manufacturer: Colt 
Model: Python
 
Serial: PY203628 & PY203629
Date of Manufacture: 2021
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Original Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: Original Vintage Python Roll Stamped 3" Ventilated Ribbed and Full Lug
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front and Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Original Checkered Walnut with Inlaid Colt Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard


Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In the history of modern double action American handguns, the Colt Python revolver stands above all others. It was born in the mid-1950's in a post-war era in which quality was already starting to fall from the heights that American gun making had attained in the 1930's and 40's.

Going against the grain of fast, mass production firearms made of stamped and fabricated parts and "Space Age" plastics and aluminum, the Python was intended to be the finest revolver ever made in America, and it met that goal. At the time, the finest double action revolvers made were the Colt Officer's Model Match target revolver and the Smith & Wesson Model 27 Magnum.  Each was the top quality revolver made by the respective companies. In time the Python would also be offered in an 8" barrel and in a short run of extremely rare 3" barreled versions. 

These two sets of a combined 4 Pythons for auction today are the FIRST ever produced consecutive set of 3" Python of the 2020 models. A collection like this litterally only comes around once in a lifetime!

Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, these Colts are New Old Stock showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling whatsoever! Additionally, they will ship with the original labeled shipping boxes, custom shop boxes with factory labeled sleeves, factory letters, and all the other original contents 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. 
 

Shipping Details

Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00 

Long Gun Standard Shipping $65.00        

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Payment Details

We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.

Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.  

 

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. 
 

 

Additional Details

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