Current production Colt Python

[vf111]

How are the current production Pythons? Are they worth $1500-1600? Interested in the blued ones. Colt currently has a $100 rebate too.

[Grendel Guy]

I seem to remember that the metallurgy from back then wasn't all that great. But from a nostalgic look.....

[acaligunner]

How are the current production Pythons? Are they worth $1500-1600? Interested in the blued ones. Colt currently has a $100 rebate too.

The old python’s were like hand made, the new ones may not be, but I believe the only issue is the rear sight ( which can be replaced ).

Other than that, modern tech may have made the new colts a bit more durable.

I seem to like the look, myself ~ Don’t look at the price, if you like it you’ll never think about how much it cost you ~ this is from a man that bought a Wilson and a Nighthawk all within a months time. I have not even thought about what they cost, you like it ~ Buy it !

[TrappedinCalifornia]

Exactly.

If you want the Colt, you buy the Colt. Personally, I've come to prefer the Colt revolvers, followed by Ruger, to the S&W's with the 'Hillary Hole.'

Every firearm is going to have 'some issue' for 'someone' and the Python is no exception. Take a look at these two YouTube videos...

[jarhead714]

I’ve never even handled an older one. Only admired them in photos. I have two 4 1/4 inch new model Pythons and they are just beauteous. Unbelievably smooth in double action. I don’t hardly shoot them in single action. Don’t like the Colt cylinder release but it’s so gorgeous I just give it a pass. I’ll probably grab a 6 and an 8 inch and probably an 8” Anaconda at some point. I really like them. Blued is of course, preferred. Grab one used. On average you’ll save 4-500 bucks.

[TheFlashG]

I know your question is about the Python, but a year or two ago - I picked up one of the King Cobras. (My first Colt.)
Great trigger, beautiful finish and accurate. What more could a guy want?
If you want a Python, then definitely get that Python!

[golfish]

Yeah man, I love mine..very smooth action.

[BigStiCK]

I recently ran my 4.5 in a steel match. No issues other than I did manage to short-stroke the trigger a few times in double-action. It was more me than the gun, its really not made for competition. I prolly have about 5-600 rounds through it now and it is just fun to shoot & show off.

[jarhead714]

There’s a dude on the other site selling a 4 1/4 inch stainless with Wilson combat sites and rubber grips for $1000. I already got one that’s why it’s still for sale.

[sakosf]

I have always been someone who prefers S&W revolvers. It is just a personal preference. I did buy a Colt Python with a 6" barrel around the year 1980. I had an action job done on it by a gunsmith by the name of Earl Stroup (Hayward, CA) I just could not get used to the Colt Python......so, after about a year, I sold it to a stockbroker. Back then, you could sell direct to a private party......although, I usually preferred doing a trade in at my favorite LGS.
If I were to consider buying the new model Phyton, I would be leaning toward the 5"-barrel model......
Regarding the "Hilary Hole" on S&W revolvers......S&W has introduced several revolvers without that feature, including 4 new Mountain Guns......as we all know, the problem in CA is the "roster" and so far, none are on it

https://americanhandgunner.com/news/lipseys-exclusive-smith-wesson-610-and-617-mountain-guns/

[The Gleam]

I seem to remember that the metallurgy from back then wasn't all that great. But from a nostalgic look.....

Metallurgy was fine, nothing wrong there. Frame and top strap weren't as thick as the new version, but didn't really need to be either. Fit and finish was better, no matter how much CNC goes into this one, the hand fit attentio is still paramount on an gun, and accuracy was exceptional. Nice triggers even before being honed.

It was the latchwork and mechanical bits that could have been better, made more robust. In that regard, you can feel that difference if you handle them side by side. But they were going for light and airy as a target gun and that's what you got. Counter to that would be a Triple-Lock or Ruger.

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[bonesurf]

had a new python. great gun IME. then I got a chance at a 1970 python. and while the new python was "good" the 1970 was....different level. got the 1970 python and sold the new one. I would view a new python as an entry drug personally.

[k1dude]

I personally feel the new Python is superior to the original. The blued finish was superior on the original, but the gun itself is better with the modern version. Only you can decide if the price is worth it.

[Bart1]

I just sold my 1969 Python 6" blued. Real nice trigger but I think the new ones have better triggers actually. I fired my friends new Python and was impressed. From my research, if you want to shoot it a lot go with the new ones. As mentioned I would get the 5" version.

[Sacperformance]

I just got a 4.25 blued……. Butter smooth action. Seems like a super quality machine. I have no experience with the earlier generation as a comparison, but I love the new one.