Another New Python Variant Announced

NY-1 · Nov 25, 2023

I have to admit, Colt has been knocking it out of the park as far as Python models and barrel length variations are concerned. I'm always happy to see new developments in revolver product lines these days. I'm not usually a fan of unfluted cylinders, but this one looks pretty sharp here. And more grips with medallions in them is always a plus! I do wish they'd make the face of the trigger smooth instead of serrated though, and I'm still holding out hope for a blued or shiny black DLC model sometime down the line.

Apparently this version of the Python also has a revised sight setup. Overdue based on all of the negative feedback for the new Python's rear sight.

Wheelgun Wednesday: Colt Python Combat Elite .357 Magnum 3" S/SThe Firearm Blog

luvsmiths · Nov 25, 2023

Becoming more and more "Python" in name only.

That is horrible.

Smithpride · Nov 25, 2023

I like it.

ladder13 · Nov 25, 2023

S&W needs to get bought out by CZ.

Yendor357 · Nov 25, 2023

A lot of the negative comments about the new Colt rear sight come from people who are trying to sell a new rear sight.

Sad to see Colt *******izing their fine revolvers for a quick buck. That kind of reminds me of S&W.

rockquarry · Nov 25, 2023

NY-1 said:
I have to admit, Colt has been knocking it out of the park as far as Python models and barrel length variations are concerned. I'm always happy to see new developments in revolver product lines these days. I'm not usually a fan of unfluted cylinders, but this one looks pretty sharp here. And more grips with medallions in them is always a plus! I do wish they'd make the face of the trigger smooth instead of serrated though, and I'm still holding out hope for a blued or shiny black DLC model sometime down the line.

Apparently this version of the Python also has a revised sight setup. Overdue based on all of the negative feedback for the new Python's rear sight.

Wheelgun Wednesday: Colt Python Combat Elite .357 Magnum 3" S/SThe Firearm Blog

Alleged "article" is basically an ad. No mention of how the gun shoots, etc.

Valmet · Nov 25, 2023

Nothing I can get excited about but I applaud CZ/Colt for improving the product line.

Rick Sanborn · Nov 25, 2023

Needs “Combat Python” marking on the barrel.

Fishinfool · Nov 25, 2023

It's really just a 3 inch Python with short G-10 grips and an unfluted cylinder. Already have three of the new snake guns. Don't plan on another new one unless it's in Royal Blue or polished DLC.

Larry

Oldsalt66 · Nov 25, 2023

IMO that revolver doesn't even resemble a Colt Python at all.

Yendor357 · Nov 25, 2023

I’ll give you a tiny little review on the new Colts. I have 2 Pythons and 2 Anacondas. They’re beautiful. They make my nice old 629-4s look like Rugers. The rear sight is just fine. The grips work reasonably well. The one fly in the ointment is the single action trigger pull. It’s bad; 6 pounds with too much movement. You can see the hammer cramming backwards as you pull the trigger. 3 of my 4 Colts have had the single action triggers tuned, the 4 inch Anaconda is scheduled to have it done.
I have a Delta Point Pro on the 6 inch Anaconda, and that gun will put 5 of my Lyman 429421s right at .75” at 25 yards. Both my 4 inch Anaconda and 4 inch Python, iron sighted will put 5 XTP JHPs right at 1.5 inches at 25. I can occasionally put 5 158 grain XTPs under 2 inches with my 3 inch Python.
The steel that is used is so hard, and the tolerances are so tight, the new Colts are a masterpiece.
I haven’t bought a Smith revolver since the Hilary hole. The only Smiths I buy now are the old ones.

Glenn R. McMannly · Nov 25, 2023

Very cool looking.

I was a very (very) early adopter of the new Pythons. Mine had issues and I was totally unimpressed with Colt customer service.

Maybe that’s changed now with the buyout by CZ.

cowboy4evr · Nov 25, 2023

I have 2 colt pythons , one of the new ones , 4.25 " barrel . My 2nd is from the 1960's , a 6" barrel . they both are great guns and they both are different . the trigger action is totally different . Will I be buying anymore of the new Pythons , I don't think so . Will I sell my S&W's now ? NO , my Smiths are keepers for me . I have looked long and hard to get what I have so no desire to rid them . Regards Paul

muddocktor · Nov 26, 2023

I just bought an Anaconda (my first Colt) around a month ago and my feelings about it so far are in much the same vein as Yendor357 above. The fit and finish is great on the gun and generally feels real good in hand. The single action trigger is just horrible to me though after shooting Smiths for 50+ years. Mine doesn't have a bunch of creep but is heavy as hell at around 5.5 lbs. Double action is much better at around 10.5 lbs but not stacking or binding and pulls through smoothly. I find the grips to usable, but don't feel right in my hand. And I'm not a fan of rubber grips in the first place. I have a set of Culina target stocks in the works to cure that problem. As for the rear sights, they are usable but feel cheap to me and not worthy of the rest of the gun. The rear sight has a bit of wiggle in it too. I have a set of Wilson Combat sights waiting for me to install when I get back from the rig. I'm also changing out the front sight, but that is personal preference. I rather the gold bead patridge sight over a red ramp. This is also from Wilson Combat. Other than those changes, I might in the future send it off to get the action worked over to improve the single action pull.

As far as the Python in the first post, unfluted cylinders don't personally do anything for me. But the gun does look good if that's your thing and hopefully helps CZ/Colt sell more guns.

cometpx4 · Nov 26, 2023

Python variant

That revolver looks really nice !

Well Armed · Nov 26, 2023

The new Colt in the OP has a newly designed rear sight, a front night sight, unfluted cylinder, G10 grip. It's just a Python in a different trim no different than what S&W, Ruger, and Kimber has done.

I don't understand all the negative Nancy comments??? If you like the classic looking fluted S&W M627, get a standard M627. If you want the unfluted cylinder, different sights, etc, get the the M627 PC. Likewise, if you want a more traditional older Fudd look, get the classic looking 3" Python. If you want something different, get the Python Elite trim.

UncleEd · Nov 26, 2023

It's certain Colt is aware of the many negative
views revolver fans have of the latest S&Ws.
Just read the S&W Forum for one.

With this in mind, Colt's return to the revolver
market certainly seems aimed at smothering
any potential sales that might exist for S&Ws.

So Colt is introducing via the Python name as
many models and variations as it can--something
for everyone marketing.

It would be interesting to know what the S&W sales
trends have been for the last few years for its
Model 686s, those years since the re-introduction
of the Python.

Breakaway500 · Nov 26, 2023

I like it.Will buy one when the time comes...probably a 2.5" barreled version.

Well Armed · Nov 26, 2023

UncleEd said:
It's certain Colt is aware of the many negative
views revolver fans have of the latest S&Ws.
Just read the S&W Forum for one.

With this in mind, Colt's return to the revolver
market certainly seems aimed at smothering
any potential sales that might exist for S&Ws.

So Colt is introducing via the Python name as
many models and variations as it can--something
for everyone marketing.

It would be interesting to know what the S&W sales
trends have been for the last few years for its
Model 686s, those years since the re-introduction
of the Python.

I don't believe they're hurting S&W sales much, but I hope the do. S&W needs to be knocked down a few pegs. I don't feel as if they're listening to their customers when it comes to QC and the IL.

muddocktor · Nov 26, 2023

With the pricing on the Pythons and Anaconda guns, I don't think they are going to put a big dent in S&W revolver sales, as they are priced significantly higher. But, they also look better as they don't have a damned hole drilled in their left side for some unneeded junk either, which is a big plus for Colt. If they would make an 8 shot variation of the Python and keep their present looks, I would seriously consider buying one to replace my 627 Pro. I love the way it shoots, but the slab sided barrel along with the IL don't do a thing for me. I think the slab side barrel is ugly, personally, but it was the least expensive S&W 8 shot 357 on offer when I bought it.

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