Is this crazy talk? Thinking of selling 2 for 1
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452x6
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I guess it's all in your point of view. I personally don't enjoy holding on to guns I don't shoot, yet Pythons always seem to find their way to me. I currently have a late 70's 4" nickle Python that is brand new unfired in the box and happens to be the tightest non Freedom Arms revolver I've ever seen. I almost didn't buy it because I knew I couldn't bring myself to shoot it, but I figured that the way they are going up it would be stupid not to get it just as an investment. Now I'm thinking seriously about selling it because it's just been sitting in the safe for the past year.
I enjoy guns like your 625 and 686 a lot more because they are shooters.
I guess it's all in your point of view. I personally don't enjoy holding on to guns I don't shoot, yet Pythons always seem to find their way to me. I currently have a late 70's 4" nickle Python that is brand new unfired in the box and happens to be the tightest non Freedom Arms revolver I've ever seen. I almost didn't buy it because I knew I couldn't bring myself to shoot it, but I figured that the way they are going up it would be stupid not to get it just as an investment. Now I'm thinking seriously about selling it because it's just been sitting in the safe for the past year.
I enjoy guns like your 625 and 686 a lot more because they are shooters.
It is all about what you want. Not sure how old you are but I'm old enough that if I see something I've never seen before, I buy it.
I've done the 2 for 1 deal you speak of and recommend it. Last time, I traded a DPMS Sweet 16 and a Bushmaster Varminter (24") for a Colt LE6920 SOCOM. Absolutely nothing wrong with either and I had plenty of fun with both. The 16" bull barrel was too heavy for such a short package. It was a .223 barrel that had some extraction issues from time to time. The 24" is just too long for most of what I do other than at the bench and it was pretty heavy with its free-floated tube. I will say that the Bushmaster was very, very accurate. So I basically replaced them with a M4 that fits my needs better, easier to tote around, better for home defense and darn near as accurate at the distances I need to cover.
If it was me however, I like your 2 S&W better than the Python - just my personal view.
I've done the 2 for 1 deal you speak of and recommend it. Last time, I traded a DPMS Sweet 16 and a Bushmaster Varminter (24") for a Colt LE6920 SOCOM. Absolutely nothing wrong with either and I had plenty of fun with both. The 16" bull barrel was too heavy for such a short package. It was a .223 barrel that had some extraction issues from time to time. The 24" is just too long for most of what I do other than at the bench and it was pretty heavy with its free-floated tube. I will say that the Bushmaster was very, very accurate. So I basically replaced them with a M4 that fits my needs better, easier to tote around, better for home defense and darn near as accurate at the distances I need to cover.
If it was me however, I like your 2 S&W better than the Python - just my personal view.
11e40
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in a word. no!
Those two smith wheelguns will be worth a heck of a lot more down the road than the colt. The Colt python is one of the most overhyped and over valued gun out there period!!! Only way I would buy one if it was mint and could be had for a 1,000 and under where is truely shoud be at price wise.
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silentflyer
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So many guns, so few $$$ I just want one of every thing..LOL
Thanks everyone for your opinions....I think, I'm going to sell one to help fund a python or maybe anaconda if I come across a good deal. I just looked on Gunbroker and the last 625-2 sold for 800 plus shipping 
I didn't realize they bring that kind of money.
I didn't realize they bring that kind of money.Frank46
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Shortly after I bought my Colt Trooper III there was a guy on e-bay selling everything but the frame for the same revolver. So I bought the package as spare parts. Barrel, complete cylinder assembly,all the internals and grips. Was supposed to be sent to me but some fool in florida got it and kept the sideplate that I was supposed to get in my end of the deal. Seller couldn't do anything about it. Fortunately for me I ended up with all sorts of colt trooper parts with their stock numbers. The guy in florida calls me up and said when are you going to send my parts?. When I get my sideplate. How do you know there was a sideplate involved. Told him I printed out the origional selles offer with pics. No sideplate no parts. A week later I got the sideplate back and he got his parts. ButI tell you, it was a mighty temptation not to loose a few pieces before he got his. Justice prevailed. Frank
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Way back when I bought a New 686 in 1985 that I still have today but I was hot to get a Colt Python back then and I did, it was an 8"Blue Model very nice looking gun, work of art... I just couldn't get use to the action it had so I sold it... I bought it used from a buddy for 200 bucks and sold it a few years later... I screwed up.... wish I had it still in my collection today it was so beautiful just I didn't like the way it shot, like so many have said single action was the bomb but double was IDK different, guess I am a Smith Man that's all I can say..... Every collection should have a Colt Python IMO
but I was hot to get a Colt Python back then and I did, it was an 8"Blue Model very nice looking gun, work of art... I just couldn't get use to the action it had so I sold it... I bought it used from a buddy for 200 bucks and sold it a few years later... I screwed up.... wish I had it still in my collection today it was so beautiful just I didn't like the way it shot, like so many have said single action was the bomb but double was IDK different, guess I am a Smith Man that's all I can say..... Every collection should have a Colt Python IMO
We collectors are only temporary custodians of these wonderful pieces. And depending on out financial outlook funding our hobby is different for everyone. Colts really hold their value well so they can be great investments. You have to do what you feel comfortable with and what your finances dictate. I personally would not hesitate selling two guns for one that I really wanted.
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In all honesty I have done similar deals on the 2 for 1.
But I would not part with that 625-2. How many do you see when browsing
the LGS's? Locally I see more Pythons then 625s the pythons are nice but
hang on to the 625-2
There are certain S&Ws that are getting tougher to find and are slowly rising in cost. Just my 2 cents worth
But I would not part with that 625-2. How many do you see when browsing
the LGS's? Locally I see more Pythons then 625s the pythons are nice but
hang on to the 625-2
There are certain S&Ws that are getting tougher to find and are slowly rising in cost. Just my 2 cents worth
Lou_NC
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Here's an idea for you..........
Why not trade your 686 "straight up" for a Colt King Cobra? I know it's not a Python, but then again, it's a top-quality Colt, and one that you won't be afraid to shoot!
If you're interested, PM me and we can discuss.
Good luck in whatever you decide to do.
Lou
Why not trade your 686 "straight up" for a Colt King Cobra? I know it's not a Python, but then again, it's a top-quality Colt, and one that you won't be afraid to shoot!
If you're interested, PM me and we can discuss.
Good luck in whatever you decide to do.
Lou
Thanks everyone for your input. I think, I'm going to trade the 686 for/towards a python,anaconda, or king cobra. I will leave the factory recall up to the new owner. I'm not sure what I would ask for this gun. Maybe I will post a WTT up later.Still waiting to hear back from Lou_NC...The 625 is going back into the safe
august1410
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I wanted either a Model 27 or a Python. I was able to find my 27 reasonably.....I believe the Python just might be out of the running with the way prices are going.....The only thing I would trade my 27 for would be a 3.5 in 27. Mine's a 5 incher.
Price's are insane on these guns. I just really like the design of them. I paid $825 for my shooter and it will be going back to Colt and refinished in hard chrome for another $400. This one will stay my shooter.
I'd say keep your Smiths. Pythons are nice guns but even a shooter grade Python will make you feel guilty about shooting it and like others have said, finding parts and someone to work on them is a chore. Plus you have 2 revolvers, one in .357 Mag and .45 Auto, why trade/sell them both just to buy 1 .357 that you won't shoot as much.
retiredsquid
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A couple of years ago I sold a pristine Remington 541-T and Remington 504 to fund a Cooper 22. Had wanted a nice Cooper for years and hadn't shot the other two in ages. No regrets.
I would love to have a Colt Anaconda, but wouldn't give up any of my 629s or any of my S&Ws to get one. I'm in the process of cycling my N frames thru The Performance Center -- five are there now. More to follow.
If I wasn't attached emotionally I see nothing wrong with opening space for a treasure.
I would love to have a Colt Anaconda, but wouldn't give up any of my 629s or any of my S&Ws to get one. I'm in the process of cycling my N frames thru The Performance Center -- five are there now. More to follow.
If I wasn't attached emotionally I see nothing wrong with opening space for a treasure.
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