Most of my years on the police department I carried a 4" Python. I think I paid $ 350 for it like new. I used a lined Safariland holster so very little wear. It was replaced by a Sig 228 issued by my department. That was about 40 years ago.
Still has very little holster wear. It sits in my safe with another 4" blue Python. I hope my son and daughter appreciate them after I pass.