POLL: Which S&W will be the next Python?

[TheCount]

@DRYHEAT

i really like that first gun, M27

 

[kennyb]

I would say none, since Colt revolvers like the Python, Peacemaker, etc. are inflated due to high demand and the "Colt" name itself. Even King Cobras,aka the "poor man's Python" which you could hardly give away 10 years ago are now going above $1,000 on GunBroker. $1,000 will still buy you a very nice Registered Magnum if you look around.

If I had to choose one that would be the "equivalent" to the Python as far as demand and value in the future, I'll agree with the above, the Registered Magnums and the Model 27's with desireable features, like the highly sought after 3.5" models.

when you run across a "very nice registered magnum for $1000" PLEASE let me know!!

 

[Engine49guy]

Voted 27 but really we are talking "Pre" models here arent we?
IMO The Model 27-2 and 29-2 will never be equal in status to their 5 screw pre model predecessors....At least not in our lifetime.

 

[Doc Mark]

Greetings, All,

I voted for the M29, mostly because when it was born, it was already a "classic", so to speak, and to this day, enjoys a certain mystique that very few other guns will ever achieve. Yes, there are lots of good guns that may become "classics", like the Python, but the M29 already had attained that goal, and later, it will only have enhanced it's own chances of staying there, just like the Python. My nickel-plated, 8 3/8" M29 is truly a thing of beauty and grace, and it's really a marvelous piece of S&W history! I'm proud to own it!! I'd love to get it's original presentation box redone on the inside, one of these days, however, and will look into having that done. Take care, and God Bless!

Every Good Wish,
Doc

 

[buckeyeshooter1]

I voted 27 as the 29 is already in its own class. I never had an interest in the L frame or the K frame .357's --- The n frames are a classic!

 

[big_gus]

Unfortunately I don't think there will ever be another "production" revolver made again that comes close to the quality of the Magnificent Colt Python since we are in this new age plastic fantastic stuff that I can't stand, lol. Do I think the Pythons are a little crazy on the price now- YES!- do I think they will ever get any cheaper- No, not at least the nice examples. Before anyone starts thrashing me, I know this is the S&W forum and I do love my smiths too. My vote would definitely be for the Model 27 which was the Top of the Line revolver from Smith. I never could understand why smith didn't go that extra little bit and checker the top of the frame/rib on the other N-Frames... Most Python owners consider the model 27 to be the second greatest mass production revolver ever made and I do too. I think the 27s will continue going up but it all goes with supply and demand and Smiths always put out many more guns than Colt was able to. With all do respect to everyone, I just don't see how the Model 19 can be considered in the same class as the Model 27-quality wise, JMHO. Also I see about 20 to 1 ratio of model 19s than 27s at gunshows/gunshops and I visit a lot. I love model 27s!

 

[4inch357]

I'm going with none of them.

 

[murphydog]

I would vote, on a smaller scale, for the 686 CS-1 series as being most comparable in collector interest and increase in value.

 

[rags]

I think the 3.5" 27's will be first.....closely followed by the 2.5" P&R 19's. Regards 18DAI.

I'm going to jump right in here before reading the rest of this thread and say that I feel that the 3.5" 27's already are...

 

[keith44spl]

Well Boys,

If'n I had to choose between the Colt Python or a S&W .357 Magnum Model of 1950 revolver to carry and use from here on out...It would be the Smith.

Oh, I've bought a Colt Python or two over the years...Jest to bank on, they's ain't much for shootin and usin'.

Su Amigo,
Dave

 

[stantheman86]

I don't plan to probably ever own an RM, I haven't kept up on the prices. As primarily a shooter,and not a collector, I found that any of my 3 Model 28's will do the same job

 

[vl5150]

I have has the unfortunate experience to have owned 2 1970's vintage Pythons and both were nothing to write home about. One had an excessive barrel gap and the other had almost no gap and would bind. Both had excellent single action triggers, but the vaunted Colt double action trigger on both stacked really bad.

My brother picked up a mint early 60's vintage Python a few years ago and it's spectacular--everything the Python was supposed to be and then some. I guess the takeaway is Colt's QC over they years swung wildly.

But to answer the question, the Pre-27 5 inch I sold here on the forum a while back was the best of the best and closest to that early Python. Polishing, bluing, lockup, trigger, checkered top- just a nice package and more rare than the other models.

 

[phenson]

I owned one Python just a while back and hated it. Not sure if any S&W will ever achieve Python status, because it seems like gunbroker is kind of a fantasy land to begin with, and that's the only place I see a lot of "NIB" pythons. Speaking of fantasy, if anyone here has a really nice registered magnum for $1000, please PM me and I'll have the $ in the mail to you in the morning.

 

[1 old 0311]

 

[RobC2]

I really want a Python, but the prices are just ridiculous for the most part. I hope all of those S&Ws mentioned go way up as I have at least one of each. While my interests lie in the "nice looking shooters" category, it is always nice to know I won't lose much money on my stuff. I think you have to throw the 3" k-frame magnums in there though, as I don't see the interest in those abating any time soon. As far as later production guns, how about the 3" 547 9mm k-frame? I think in time, that could approach Python levels.

 

[Garywapx]

I have to also vote on the 27. My 28 is the best shooter I own and I still am searching for his pretty sister.

 

[Göring's S&W]

The problem here (I voted 29 myself, but I can see 27 instead) is that when say the 5 screw model ______ reaches python status, where will the python be? Its already touted as mythic and legendary by many people, many of whom don't own many revolvers, or are not familiar with S&W or they are people who try to rationalize their $1500 investment, when occasionally a 5 screw model 357 magnum S&W is less than $1000.

Pythons are great, but not better, and to many people, they are less, with their rep coming from people who believe anything they're told, or who think because its Colt, its automatically better. I also get tired of hearing the nonsense reasons on why they were discontinued: "they were the Rolls Royce of revolvers..." "too expensive to produce" etc when in reality, there are Ed Brown 1911s and Perazzi shotguns because that is what certain people want. Pythons, to many revolver / gun guys have not and/or did not originally live up to the legend that surrounds them. And so, one dissappointment is enough for many people. I have a 1969 Python and 2 model 27s and a 28, but my 27s and 28 are all -2 guns which are not as nice as earlier stuff as we all know. The python is not drastically better or better at all, and in certain ways it is worse than a S&W. Dare I commit blasphemy! I feel the same way about the Diamondback although I have intense admiration for the OMM, and I own both.

So where WILL the python be, when 5 screw model 27s become (more) legendary / pythonesc? Its not like the Python will ever be made again. I think both will just keep increasing in price and demand. Unfortunately, these S&Ws may be far enough behind the Python demand/price/craziness to where they may never catch up to be equivalent esp if something happens and Colt goes out of business for good but S&W keeps turning them out (not the old ones, but still revolvers, still S&W).

I have rarely encountered a Python that deserved the hype unless it had an action job, but wait a min, the Rolls Royce of revolvers should not need an action job, should it?

Ok my rant is done...