Coaltminer
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I have a Python about 90% that I installed NOS Eliason sights on. Thailand smooth wood stocks with matching grain on the bottom. Any idea of value? I’m thinking $2000
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Colt Python 4” nickel with Eliason Sights
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This is obviously not a collectors python we are talking about here . . . . it is a shooting python
Pythons were available with Eliason sights as original equipment. I own a couple of them
However, the package included a Patridge front sight as well
I do not see the sight as to big an issue. Nor do I consider the after market grips too big of a deal. I usually put Hogue grips on the ones I shoot anyway
However a 90% nickel finish would turn me away very quickly unless it was a bargain of some kind
Pythons were available with Eliason sights as original equipment. I own a couple of them
However, the package included a Patridge front sight as well
I do not see the sight as to big an issue. Nor do I consider the after market grips too big of a deal. I usually put Hogue grips on the ones I shoot anyway
However a 90% nickel finish would turn me away very quickly unless it was a bargain of some kind
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Nickel Python 4”
I never thought this was collectible, I bought it used for a shooter and have about 3500 rds 38 thru it and a handful of 357. The NOS Eliason front and rear sights, although not original to the gun, were considered an upgrade and were prfofessionly installed. The stocks are smooth and I find them very comfortable over the original, I do agree a $2000 revolver. I’ll check websites and maybe some dealers.
I never thought this was collectible, I bought it used for a shooter and have about 3500 rds 38 thru it and a handful of 357. The NOS Eliason front and rear sights, although not original to the gun, were considered an upgrade and were prfofessionly installed. The stocks are smooth and I find them very comfortable over the original, I do agree a $2000 revolver. I’ll check websites and maybe some dealers.
MJFlores
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To me, what makes a Python feel good i the hand are those close tight checkered Colt grips, and that wide spur hammer. To me, without the original grips (in good shape) they just dont look or feel right.
I cannot at all agree with that but then, despite having a rather large collection or accumulation of classic firearms, I am more of a shooter than a collector. Back when the Colt Python was a utility revolver and not a collectible, the Colt grips were usually the first thing that were changed out. I personally find the original grips cosmetically pleasing but an ergonomical disaster!
Hence, I used Nills on my Python when I used to shoot it seriously.
Of course, my son, whom I gave the gun preferred the checkered grips, too.
Would it also mean that the four incher that I got to replace the gun that I gave to my son is not desirable? Those grips are real buffalo horn but of course, I have Colt OEM target and service grips in my parts box somewhere
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Horsepuckey. It’s individual preference. The 2nd or 3 rd Gen stocks are fine, the 3rd gen with raised checkering is horrible, especially DA. I’d like to try the Thailand full checkered. They do make excellent stuff. I’m a Colt nut. Maybe I’ll move there!
I cannot at all agree with that but then, despite having a rather large collection or accumulation of classic firearms, I am more of a shooter than a collector. Back when the Colt Python was a utility revolver and not a collectible, the Colt grips were usually the first thing that were changed out. I personally find the original grips cosmetically pleasing but an ergonomical disaster!
Hence, I used Nills on my Python when I used to shoot it seriously.
Of course, my son, whom I gave the gun preferred the checkered grips, too.
Would it also mean that the four incher that I got to replace the gun that I gave to my son is not desirable? Those grips are real buffalo horn but of course, I have Colt OEM target and service grips in my parts box somewhere
Horsepuckey. It’s individual preference. The 2nd or 3 rd Gen stocks are fine, the 3rd gen with raised checkering is horrible, especially DA. I’d like to try the Thailand full checkered. They do make excellent stuff. I’m a Colt nut. Maybe I’ll move there!
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Nill grips are great but beyond the price most are willing to pay
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Colt 4” Nickel Python
Pythons are collectibles in LNIB or NIB, but not for me. They to me are just very accurate, hand tuned revolvers. The collectible factor has driven up the price of all of them. I love my earlier Smiths but my Python has a 2.5 lb factory trigger pull and is the most accurate revolver I’ve ever owned which includes dozens in half a century. No one at the range, mostly young folks have never seen one and don’t even know they exist , but are willing to spend $2000 on a couple of Glocks and XD’s to shoot. I own a Glock 17 and like it, Python is a whole different animal. The popular semis I can buy anywhere, the nickel Python I bought is the only one I’ve ever seen here in WV. I paid $1000 for it a decade ago. It’s not gonna go anywhere while I’m alive.
Pythons are collectibles in LNIB or NIB, but not for me. They to me are just very accurate, hand tuned revolvers. The collectible factor has driven up the price of all of them. I love my earlier Smiths but my Python has a 2.5 lb factory trigger pull and is the most accurate revolver I’ve ever owned which includes dozens in half a century. No one at the range, mostly young folks have never seen one and don’t even know they exist , but are willing to spend $2000 on a couple of Glocks and XD’s to shoot. I own a Glock 17 and like it, Python is a whole different animal. The popular semis I can buy anywhere, the nickel Python I bought is the only one I’ve ever seen here in WV. I paid $1000 for it a decade ago. It’s not gonna go anywhere while I’m alive.
cowboy4evr
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I always wanted a python , but didn't have the $$$ . I recently came across an Old Model Trooper 357 . It's built on the python frame , same internals but has a plain barrel and not quite so much of a finish . The lock up and timing was perfect , it showed signs of very little use , if any . So , I bought it . It shoots well but I can't say it's more accurate than my 686 or my 681 or my 27 or my fiance's 586 . I'm glad now that I didn't spend a lot of $$ buying a python . My OM trooper is just fine and I pd less than $500 . My .02 cts worth . Regards, Paul
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The Trooper and it’s predecessor, the 357 Magnum are fine revolvers, I’ve had one of each 4”. Great guns but I prefer a heavier barrel and bought the shooter Python. I can’t tell much difference in the action but My Python has 2.5 lb trigger with never a failure. Compare it a new or even an old Smith
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