I will most likely buy one when I eventually run into one , but not for $2500 that I have been seeing locally.The new one seems to be built to a more reasonable level to handle magnums rounds without needing a tuneup. As for the older ones I cannot justify the money the get for a gun that is delicate at times when used accordingly like other brands, where no one seems to be able to work on them. I know Python owners will deny this but do talk about it being a problem on the Colt forum.