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Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this SCARCE snake series revolver today for a penny-start auction…this is the Colt Python!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Python
Serial: E3956
Date of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2 ½" Ventilated Rib and Full Lug
Optics/Sights: Pinned Red Ramp Front with Adjustable White Outline Rear
Stock/Grips: Python Service Type - Checkered Walnut with Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In the landscape of modern American handguns, the Colt Python revolver is revered as a pinnacle of craftsmanship and engineering. Born in the mid-1950s during a period when the quality of firearm manufacturing began to wane, the Python was crafted as a response to the era's shift toward mass production and the use of less durable materials like stamped metal and plastics. Unlike its contemporaries, the Python was designed to embody the finest qualities of American gun-making, drawing inspiration from the high standards of the 1930s and 40s. At that time, the most respected double-action revolvers were the Colt Officer's Model Match and the Smith & Wesson Model 27 Magnum, each representing the apex of their respective brands. The Python aimed to surpass these models, setting a new benchmark for quality and performance.
Model: Python
Serial: E3956
Date of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2 ½" Ventilated Rib and Full Lug
Optics/Sights: Pinned Red Ramp Front with Adjustable White Outline Rear
Stock/Grips: Python Service Type - Checkered Walnut with Gold Colt Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In the landscape of modern American handguns, the Colt Python revolver is revered as a pinnacle of craftsmanship and engineering. Born in the mid-1950s during a period when the quality of firearm manufacturing began to wane, the Python was crafted as a response to the era's shift toward mass production and the use of less durable materials like stamped metal and plastics. Unlike its contemporaries, the Python was designed to embody the finest qualities of American gun-making, drawing inspiration from the high standards of the 1930s and 40s. At that time, the most respected double-action revolvers were the Colt Officer's Model Match and the Smith & Wesson Model 27 Magnum, each representing the apex of their respective brands. The Python aimed to surpass these models, setting a new benchmark for quality and performance.
Colt's commitment to excellence is evident in the Python’s intricate action design, which traces its origins back to the late 1890s. This complex mechanism required painstaking hand fitting, with gunsmiths assembling each revolver from oversized forged parts, using techniques like filing and stoning to achieve perfect alignment. The company's dedication to perfection meant that the Python’s action underwent further polishing and tuning to ensure an exceptional trigger pull. For the first two years of production, only two skilled craftsmen, Al DeJohn and one other, were tasked with creating every Python, emphasizing the importance Colt placed on quality control. As demand surged, Colt shifted to standard production, employing their most skilled workers. The introduction of the 4-inch barrel, marketed as the Colt New Police Python, responded to law enforcement needs, while the 2 1/2-inch version originated from a lighthearted practical joke among Colt managers. Initially dismissed as impractical, the snubby Python surprised everyone with its balance and feel, leading to its successful production. This variant, combining power with a compact design, showcased Colt’s innovative spirit and solidified the Python’s legendary status in the firearms community.
Condition:
Condition:
The condition is what we believe to be Absolutely Astonishing, showing no evidence of regular consumer use or handling that we can see.
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 with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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