Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this limited production double action revolver today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt Model 357!
The Colt Three-Five-Seven is the predecessor to the world renowned Colt Python and is feverishly sought after by colt collectors around the world!
The Colt Model 357 is a limited manufactured model of only 15,000 produced from 1953-1961, this particular example is a LAST YEAR OF PRODUCTION MODEL!
The Colt Three-Five-Seven is the predecessor to the world renowned Colt Python and is feverishly sought after by colt collectors around the world!
The Colt Model 357 is a limited manufactured model of only 15,000 produced from 1953-1961, this particular example is a LAST YEAR OF PRODUCTION MODEL!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 357 Model
Serial: 29491
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .357 Mag
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Ramp on Serrated Ramp Base/Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Inlaid Colt Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The new gun was ready in 1953 and Colt gave it a unique name: The Colt 357. This was both the name and caliber.
The 357 outwardly had a close resemblance to the new Trooper models, since they used the same frame size and action. The new 357 and Trooper were virtually indistinguishable without a close inspection.
While the Trooper was to be a lower cost model, the new 357 was to be Colt's premium model holster revolver with a more carefully fitted and tuned action and a better external finish.
The idea was that law enforcement and civilian buyers wanting a less expensive adjustable sight revolver would buy the Trooper, buyers wanting the .357 Magnum cartridge or wanting a higher quality gun would buy the 357.
Things got confused in 1955 when Colt introduced the "Super Premium" Colt Python. Buyers wanting a cheaper gun continued to buy the Trooper, but those wanting a better gun were buying the new Python. This left the 357 as odd man out, and in 1961 Colt discontinued the 357 model after about 15,000 had been produced.
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this this Colt is in Excellent condition showing no indications 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.
Model: 357 Model
Serial: 29491
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .357 Mag
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Serrated Ramp on Serrated Ramp Base/Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with Inlaid Colt Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The new gun was ready in 1953 and Colt gave it a unique name: The Colt 357. This was both the name and caliber.
The 357 outwardly had a close resemblance to the new Trooper models, since they used the same frame size and action. The new 357 and Trooper were virtually indistinguishable without a close inspection.
While the Trooper was to be a lower cost model, the new 357 was to be Colt's premium model holster revolver with a more carefully fitted and tuned action and a better external finish.
The idea was that law enforcement and civilian buyers wanting a less expensive adjustable sight revolver would buy the Trooper, buyers wanting the .357 Magnum cartridge or wanting a higher quality gun would buy the 357.
Things got confused in 1955 when Colt introduced the "Super Premium" Colt Python. Buyers wanting a cheaper gun continued to buy the Trooper, but those wanting a better gun were buying the new Python. This left the 357 as odd man out, and in 1961 Colt discontinued the 357 model after about 15,000 had been produced.
Condition and Contents:
As you can see in the many high resolution photos, this this Colt is in Excellent condition showing no indications 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
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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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