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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is thrilled to present this highly desirable Snake Series revolver today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt Python Elite with the PHENOMENALLY RARE Factory Bright Stainless Finish!
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Factory Bright Stainless Python Elite models are widely considered the HOLY GRAIL of all Colt Collecting as only a handful were produced and only a few are known to exist today!
According to the Factory Letter:
Serial: PE05415
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Barrel Length: 4"
Finish: Bright Stainless
Type of Stocks: Service Type Ivory Stocks without Medallions
Shipped to: R&R Gun Shop
Date of Shippment: February 21st, 2003
Number of same-type guns in Shipment: 3
The letter also states that this example along with 2 others was produced by special order for Mr. Peter B. Jones for his three sons.
The Colt Python Elite was the same firearm in name as the standard Python HOWEVER the Elite model was the only Python model line that was completely assembled in the Colt Custom Shop by renowned Colt Gunshmiths that took the time and effort to make the already famous "Rolex of revolvers" even better!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Python Elite
Serial: PE05415
Date of Manufacture: 2002
Caliber: .357 Magnum (.38 Special)
Finish: Factory Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: 4" Vent Ribbed
Optics/Sights: Pinned Red Ramp Front with Adjustable White Outline Rear
Stock/Grips: Genuine Ivory (Service Configuration) with No Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard / The left side of the barrel is marked "PYTHON ELITE / *.357 MAGNUM*."
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Python revolver is considered the most remarkable modern double-action American handgun in history. It was created in the mid-1950s, during a time when the quality of American gun-making was starting to decline. However, Colt wanted to produce a revolver that was superior to everything that had been made before. The Python was designed to be the finest revolver ever made in America, and it certainly achieved that goal.
Model: Python Elite
Serial: PE05415
Date of Manufacture: 2002
Caliber: .357 Magnum (.38 Special)
Finish: Factory Bright Stainless
Barrel Length: 4" Vent Ribbed
Optics/Sights: Pinned Red Ramp Front with Adjustable White Outline Rear
Stock/Grips: Genuine Ivory (Service Configuration) with No Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard / The left side of the barrel is marked "PYTHON ELITE / *.357 MAGNUM*."
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Colt Python revolver is considered the most remarkable modern double-action American handgun in history. It was created in the mid-1950s, during a time when the quality of American gun-making was starting to decline. However, Colt wanted to produce a revolver that was superior to everything that had been made before. The Python was designed to be the finest revolver ever made in America, and it certainly achieved that goal.
Production of the Python continued as a production line gun until the late 1990s. However, Colt's financial difficulties and the loss of some of their best craftsmen caused them to move production to the Colt Custom Shop in 1997, where it became a custom order-only revolver. To highlight this move, the Python had the name "Elite" added to the barrel and became known as the Colt Python Elite. The Python Elite is synonymous with rigid construction and captivating styling.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original blue Colt Custom Shop box with factory matching outer sleeve, two matching factory letters, paperwork and lock 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.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original blue Colt Custom Shop box with factory matching outer sleeve, two matching factory letters, paperwork and lock 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 $70.00
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Payment 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.
Additional Details
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