Anyone with Colt Python knowledge?

[Paul053]

Got an opportunity to buy a colt python from a coworker whose trying to recoup some money. Serial number starts with A***** (5 digits). He wants 2200 for it. Is it worth it?

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[dfletcher]

Assuming the serial number is between AL0101 to AL9999 it was made in 1980. Difficult to tell from the photographs but there appears to be no significant wear, however two issues -

Bluing on the frame behind the recoil shield appears to be a bit cloudy. That could be just from the reflection or it could be the finish. I had a Python with that problem. It can't be reworked or polished out.

The original factory wood grips are missing - the period correct ones have the straight line top checkering pattern and cost about $400.00. A fellow on eBay makes near exact copies for about $225.00. The issues with that are a) they are brand new and look out of place on a gun with any wear and b) they look a heck of a lot better than factory original.

I would also want to check under those rubber grips and ensure the gun functions as one would expect from a Python. Rubber grips can trap moisture and cause surface damage, which may or may not be covered up by the factory grips.

$2,200.00 plus the cost of grips would be a "no go" for me.

[Python6357]

Yeah, without the original grips, I'd be more around $1800.

[TKM]

The finish on a well cared for Python is a thing of beauty. That is a nice Python but not a well cared for Python. Muzzle looks a little rough around the edges.

[colossians323]

LOL, in California.............yes.
Buy it if the finish is not worn

[Litespeeds]

That Python is more of a shooters grade in my book. Maybe around 90% condition. I would say $1,600 to $1,800 is about the right price since it doesn't have the wood grips or original box and documents.

[walterSOBCHAK]

You could score 2 or 3 really sweet Smiths for that price.

[IVth Horseman]

[Dvrjon]

[Paul053]

Thanks for the detailed message. I will take all this into consideration.

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[hambam105]

Colt and S&W QC already had a straight south bound trajectory by late 1975.

[Dvrjon]

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