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

[TheCount]

Just like stocks don't go up forever in price neither will the Colt Python. Eventually people will start to buy other, similar models and drive those prices up. There are several S&W contenders...

Which will it be?

 

[sheepdawg]

I voted Model 19 but shouldn't the Model 66 be there too?

 

[18DAI]

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

 

[JCS&W]

I voted M19. The 2.5" M19's are just going out of sight!

 

[Iggy]

Maybe another question should be. "When will the Python achieve Registered Magnum status?"

 

[Göring's S&W]

I voted model 29 since there really is no competitor. The 357 revolver class is kind of crowded but S&Ws are probably the best models although I bought a horsey 357 recently that I like a lot. 29s and the variants beautiful too. Not much else compares although I love my model 27s and my model 66 might be my favorite 357 esp as a multipurpose 357. Its hard to predict stuff like this.

1958 pre model 29 4 screw and a 1979 nickel 29-2

 

[fyimo]

I voted for the Model 29 only because I think none will achieve Python status. That said the Model 29 has it's own crowd and they are die hards like the Python crowd.

 

[cochise]

The older model 29's are becoming quite a collectors item ( my vote). I found everyone likes them, especially the action. The workmanship is not like the Python though, in fact neither is the model 27. Regardless, ALL the older N frames are sweet shooters and always will be in demand but will never reach the dollar value of the Python.

 

[twomoons]

i think any 3 inch n ,K L,frame, small production run numbers, will go higher,or any new in box,old stock, short barrel 19,66,586 ,as dai says.

 

[bmcgilvray]

I have a Python but am not that enamored of the breed. The styling of the full-lugged barrel with the vent rib is over the top. The factory walnut stocks don't fit me as well as any traditional Smith & Wesson stocks and even some other Colt designs. The Python's double action trigger doesn't "fit" my finger as well as the Smith & Wesson and isn't all that inspiring.

The 1950s era Colt 3 5 7 was the better looking revolver between the two.

The Smith & Wesson Model 27 is my favorite .357 Magnum revolver of all time.

The Python is one of the more available revolvers to be found on GunBroker. There's always a bunch of them available but they are just all overpriced. It isn't justified but folks have this notion to keep ratcheting the price upwards despite the availability. Some few pay it for NIB examples but many go begging month after month with no bids.

 

[stantheman86]

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.

 

[tops]

I have never owned a Registered Magnum but I bought a Python in 1965 and carried it until 2 years ago when I gave it to my son as an early inheritance. My vote says a Python will always be the Rolls Royce of the pistols. Larry

 

[mg357]

i voted for the model 27.

 

[Lenny_D]

I'm hoping my local gun shops don't see this post. I can barely afford any of them now!
I was really surprized to see fyimo vote for the 29 because I saw some pictures on a thread of his amazing Model 27 collection.
I have a friend that has a Python and I've personally never been that impressed with them.The darn cylinder release works backwards. There is nothing sweeter to me than a S&W.

 

[zelda]

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[glenncal1]

I dont know if they will ever reach Python prices (some of that has to do with supply) but it seems from my less that scientific research that even non-S&W people are starting to recognize the quality finish and lockwork of the Model 27 and pre 27 guns. If Dirty Harry had carried a 27 instead of a 29 maybe they would be up there with the Pythons.

 

[H Richard]

The 357 Magnum (prewar and postwar Pre27) are beginning to enter this category.

 

[DRYHEAT]

My list (in order):

#1 M27

#2 M19/66

#3 M29/629

 

[mooshoo]

I've always wanted a colt diomondback 22lr with a 4'' barrel, but if I had cash in hand I'd go staight for the 5 screw model 27 3 1/2'' barrel, nickel or blue. never really thought about a python, I think their too fragile.

 

[Maximumbob54]

I voted 27's since I have already seen them going for $1K+... But I have seen 29's and 57's go for almost as much. If it has the pin in the barrel then you would think it's a instant $1K dollar gun around here in most places. Supply and demand I guess. They have the supply and demand you pay for it. And people are doing it. Not me though.

 

[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