Make: Colt

Model: Python

Serial Number: PY235256

Year of Manufacture: 2021-2022

Caliber: .357 Magnum

Action Type: Double Action Revolver with Swing Out Cylinder

Barrel Length: 6"

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade with an orange plastic insert, screw-secured to the front of the rib. The rear sight is a square notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base pinned to the topstrap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth faux-ivory panels with gold-colored Colt medallions. The grips have a few scattered minor marks. There are no chips or cracks. The grips have minor play to the frame. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition as not original to the gun.

Type of Finish: Stainless Steel

Finish Originality: Original, the engraving was cut through the finish.

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some stubborn copper fouling. In this writer's opinion, this bore rates about 9/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, just a few scattered light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun is in Excellent condition as custom-engraved.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This handgun comes with a matching blue Colt plastic case, manual, and cable lock.

Our Assessment: In 1955, the United States launched the first nuclear powered submarine, West Germany joined NATO, and Colt began shipping the finest precision combat and target revolver ever made. Each revolver was hand-tuned at the factory and this attention to detail shows both cosmetically and in operation. With barrel lengths ranging from 2.5″ to 8″ and with some of the finest machining and finishing ever seen in the industry, the Python has earned its reputation and continues to be sought after to this day. The original Colt Python revolvers were made for 50 years before being discontinued, but were reintroduced in 2020, now being made in 3", 4.25" and 6" models, all constructed with stainless steel.

This 6" example has extensive and beautiful laser-engraving. It is too bad that the artist didn't sign the work, but the revolver is covered with tight foliate scroll, checker motif, coiled serpents along the sides of the barrel, another around a saber on the backstrap, a rampant colt on the front of the yoke hinge and a serpent-stylized "C" at the top of the backstrap. This classy revolver would make a great BBQ gun for formal occasions and would fit in with a Colt collection that hasn’t added this snake to the pit. Please see our photos and good luck!