I have been wanting a Python for a long time but the crazy money they are getting for the really collectable and desirable ones puts them just outside the reach of my cash flow. So I am looking at a more run of the mill Python in 6 inch with Pachy grips with a T series serial number.....puts it around the mid 80s. So I am thinking of selling off a couple of my nicer guns.....am I nuts or should I just keep squirreling the money away until I can outright acquire the Python? My fear is that even the entry Pythons will out pace my rate of squirreling away the $$$$. I figure if I sell I can always buy back into the 27 and 29 a bit later and one at a time to make it easier on the finances. And the rate of increase on the 27 and 29 are no where near the Pythons. So should I sell off or? Thanks for the feedback.
Am I crazy to sell off 27-2 and 29-2 for a Python?
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Not if that is what you want
As colt said above, if you want it more than the 27 and 29 then yes.
RobertJ.
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I wouldn't sell. I'll bet money you'll be sorry down the road.
Keep your guns, save up for the Python. You may never find replacements that you're happy with, price-wise, or finish-wise.
The Python, at one time, was my #1 grail gun. I've lost my fascination since then, and since the prices on those have skyrocketed, I've decided that I just don't need one. My Officer's Model Match is as close as I'm likely to get.
To be sure, they're beautiful and smooth, but for a .357 Magnum just to take out and shoot, I'd never take a Python over a 27-2!
Keep your guns, save up for the Python. You may never find replacements that you're happy with, price-wise, or finish-wise.
The Python, at one time, was my #1 grail gun. I've lost my fascination since then, and since the prices on those have skyrocketed, I've decided that I just don't need one. My Officer's Model Match is as close as I'm likely to get.
To be sure, they're beautiful and smooth, but for a .357 Magnum just to take out and shoot, I'd never take a Python over a 27-2!
I have both a 27-2 & a Python.
Save up, don't let go of your Smith's....
Your be sorry if you do.
Save up, don't let go of your Smith's....
Your be sorry if you do.
I've been in a similar position. I traded a Colt SAA and a 4" 34 for a dead mint 4" Python for the same reason. Prices keep increasing with no end in sight. I figured the Colt and S&W were more replaceable. Plus I went back and bought the Colt back. I think every S&W revolver guy should have at least one Python. They are just so beautiful. Here's mine.
bigl1911
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I love my python but wouldn't give up my 27 or 29 for one... Add don't sell nice guns!!
gnappi
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I owned a Python, shot it a LOT and only used .357 loads in it and it shook loose like a sack of bones, and broke a couple of stock mainsprings.
In my experience if you're going to shoot .38's they're more suited to that caliber, a great .38 not a .357 that is if you shoot a lot.
After selling it I've been an L and N frame owner since then.
As far as trading / selling your S&W's I agree with the above posters, you'll be sorry some day.
In my experience if you're going to shoot .38's they're more suited to that caliber, a great .38 not a .357 that is if you shoot a lot.
After selling it I've been an L and N frame owner since then.
As far as trading / selling your S&W's I agree with the above posters, you'll be sorry some day.
629shooter
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If you're buying the Python to shoot a lot, don't.
I would just hang to the S&Ws, the prices on them have been steadily rising on the P&R examples too.
I would just hang to the S&Ws, the prices on them have been steadily rising on the P&R examples too.
I wouldn't do it. Pythons are pretty and yes the prices are going up. But, if you sell your 29 and 27 the prices on those will be higher when you go to replace them.
But, then if somebody gave me $25,000 and told me I could only buy guns with it, a python wouldn't be on my list.
But, then if somebody gave me $25,000 and told me I could only buy guns with it, a python wouldn't be on my list.
I keep a 6" blued Python about just to remember why I don't need to find another. Got it a few years back for a much less stupid price than current. The 4" stainless Python couldn't be given away ten years ago, and it has night sights and a good holster, so it remains a defensive tool.
In actual fact, I probably would like the .32-20 Army Special better than the Python if it didn't shoot low. But not about to go filing the oldster's front sight down at this late date!
Best thing about this Python is it's set of night sights. And they're aftermarket. (Still have the original set, but the Colt Accro sight is nothing special. Elliason sights are quite nice, though!)
But neither gets many rounds through 'em in a given year. The S&Ws are the far more useful revolvers.
So, if you can stand to be without your 27 and 29, go for it. Or not! Just don't expect wonders out of the Colt.
In actual fact, I probably would like the .32-20 Army Special better than the Python if it didn't shoot low. But not about to go filing the oldster's front sight down at this late date!
Best thing about this Python is it's set of night sights. And they're aftermarket. (Still have the original set, but the Colt Accro sight is nothing special. Elliason sights are quite nice, though!)
But neither gets many rounds through 'em in a given year. The S&Ws are the far more useful revolvers.
So, if you can stand to be without your 27 and 29, go for it. Or not! Just don't expect wonders out of the Colt.
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If you buy a Python now at top dollar do you really believe the past
rate of price increases will continue in the future? Keep your Smiths.
rate of price increases will continue in the future? Keep your Smiths.
Revolver-time
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I would not do it. If you buy guns to shoot, you should not do it either. I always saw the Python I owned as a very pretty to look at a lot but, shoot a little type of revolver. And frankly, that vent rib is a little silly. I have never shot my 27 or 28 fast enough to need a vent rib to dissapate heat waves.
My sentiments exactly.
I buy, sell, trade, and swap guns all the time. I've never missed a one of them because there is always another one right around the corner.
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AveragEd
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Asking your question on a Smith & Wesson forum has resulted in the expected replies and I'd bet the opposite response would be more prevalent on a Colt discussion board. And also as expected, I will join those who subscribe to the thought that you have the better guns now. Yes, Pythons are nice (I used to own blued 4", 6" and 8" guns and only shot the 6") but I have to think they have reached the pinnacle of their price escalation while S&Ws are still appreciating. I don't expect them to become as pricey as Colt "snake" guns but the day of a $1,000 Model 66 in nice condition but having been shot, for example, is in our futures. Look at what it takes to own a nice Model 627-0 these days.
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JohnAC
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Can we get more details on the guns you currently have? Finish, barrel length, condition, etc...
When I was younger, I was a trading, swapping fool. I'm no longer in that class. I'm probably still a fool but I hold on to my current firearms.
Put me in the column for NOT trading nor selling to get another.
It's your call but since you asked, there you have it.
Put me in the column for NOT trading nor selling to get another.
It's your call but since you asked, there you have it.
samandglove1
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I'm with CB.
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If you want the Python bad enough, nothing we are going to say here is going to stop you. I have bought and sold many dozens of guns over the years. I can't think of many or any I really regret letting go. Actually now that I really think about it, none, no regrets. I always wanted the gun(s) I got more than the one(s) I let go.
