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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this Ultra Rare Legendary Snake Series revolver today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt Python EARLY First Generation model!
The Colt Python was first introduced in 1955 as Colt's top-of-the-line model. The gun pictured here was manufactured in 1957. Pythons produced from 1955 to 1969 have no letter in the serial number and are the most desirable to collectors. The Pythons from the 1955-1963 era were all hand made and hand finished (prior to CNC machining and mass assembly line production).
THIS MUSEUM QUALITY PIECE IS ONE OF THE HOLY GRAIL REVOLVERS FOR COLLECTORS WORLDWIDE!SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Python
Serial: 4157
Date of Manufacture: 1957 (Second Year of Production)
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Colt Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 6" Ventilated Rib
Optics/Sights: Rear sight was the early version of the Colt Accro rear sight/Pinned front
Stock/Grips: Fully checkered, with a dull, non-gloss oil finish; Inlaid Colt medallions; Used from 1955 to about 1961.
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Colt introduced the Python revolver in 1955: the same year Smith & Wesson introduced their own iconic Model 29 in .44 magnum: the 1950’s were a wonderful time for American cars and revolvers it seems. While many a Smith & Wessons was returned barely used, the Python offered a “magnum” that could be fired without flinch inducing trauma. Production ceased in 1999 with only custom orders available until 2005 when the last, the 50th anniversary, was turned out supposedly engraved with an effusion of gold inlay. The Python was, from its theoretical inception, designed to be a .38 Special, heavy-duty service or target revolver on Colt’s I-frame, like the Trooper (1953-1985). Thankfully, someone decided with all the weight (almost 3 pounds) going into it, to up the caliber to .357 Magnum. It could still serve as a .38 target revolver but also could be used for hunting, law enforcement (which is what the magnum cartridge was initially designed for in 1934) and even the military – Python’s first pseudonym was the “Combat Magnum.”
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this Colt Python is in Simply AMAZING conditon showing no indications of regular consumer use or handling that we can see! Additionally, it will ship with the original factory box and ALL contents shown in the pictures!
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.
Model: Python
Serial: 4157
Date of Manufacture: 1957 (Second Year of Production)
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Colt Royal Blue
Barrel Length: 6" Ventilated Rib
Optics/Sights: Rear sight was the early version of the Colt Accro rear sight/Pinned front
Stock/Grips: Fully checkered, with a dull, non-gloss oil finish; Inlaid Colt medallions; Used from 1955 to about 1961.
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Colt introduced the Python revolver in 1955: the same year Smith & Wesson introduced their own iconic Model 29 in .44 magnum: the 1950’s were a wonderful time for American cars and revolvers it seems. While many a Smith & Wessons was returned barely used, the Python offered a “magnum” that could be fired without flinch inducing trauma. Production ceased in 1999 with only custom orders available until 2005 when the last, the 50th anniversary, was turned out supposedly engraved with an effusion of gold inlay. The Python was, from its theoretical inception, designed to be a .38 Special, heavy-duty service or target revolver on Colt’s I-frame, like the Trooper (1953-1985). Thankfully, someone decided with all the weight (almost 3 pounds) going into it, to up the caliber to .357 Magnum. It could still serve as a .38 target revolver but also could be used for hunting, law enforcement (which is what the magnum cartridge was initially designed for in 1934) and even the military – Python’s first pseudonym was the “Combat Magnum.”
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this Colt Python is in Simply AMAZING conditon showing no indications of regular consumer use or handling that we can see! Additionally, it will ship with the original factory box and ALL contents shown in the pictures!
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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