Python - today's price - wow!

[ISCS Yoda]

The Python described is nickel.

 

[wbraswell]

Personally, I wouldn't pay that much for 3 Pythons. I've got a well worn one that I'm going to have to figure out which 5 screw S&W I want to trade it for.

 

[Jaymo]

I love Pythons.
Can't afford one.
I also love Triple Locks and K-32s.
Can't afford them, either.

It isn't just Colts that have gotten outrageously expensive.
K-32s are through the roof. Of course, they are more scarce.
I hate it, because I really want one. Perfect frame size for me, in a cartridge that is accurate to a fault and cheap to load.

True story, I was able to buy .32 Long ammo when .22 LR wasn't available anywhere.

 

[PALADIN85020]

THAT PRICE IS RIDICULOUS...

That's a ridiculous price for a Python...

that does not have an original box or instructions.

The bidding on THIS one (fired six rounds only plus original box and instruction booklet) will start at ONLY $4500! Take a number, and the line forms on the right. Remember that these are no longer made, and they are rare in this condition complete with box. Check the beautiful condition and the silky-smooth action! These are even rarer in nickel, folks! This one's really cherry! Also, it's the desirable 4" barrel known as the Police Model! OK! Let's start the bidding! $4500 - do I hear five thousand? You, over there - did you hold up your card, or just throw up your hands? Don't let this one get away, folks. Hold it up there, Jennifer, so they can all get a good look at it! Do I have five thousand? This was the pinnacle of fine Colt revolver craftsmanship! Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

John

 

[ditrina]

That's a ridiculous price for a Python...

that does not have an original box or instructions.

The bidding on THIS one (fired six rounds only plus original box and instruction booklet) will start at ONLY $4500! Take a number, and the line forms on the right. Remember that these are no longer made, and they are rare in this condition complete with box. Check the beautiful condition and the silky-smooth action! These are even rarer in nickel, folks! This one's really cherry! Also, it's the desirable 4" barrel known as the Police Model! OK! Let's start the bidding! $4500 - do I hear five thousand? You, over there - did you hold up your card, or just throw up your hands? Don't let this one get away, folks. Hold it up there, Jennifer, so they can all get a good look at it! Do I have five thousand? This was the pinnacle of fine Colt revolver craftsmanship! Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

John

I BID 10,000 QUATLOO'S

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjeyWNolnXA

 

[PALADIN85020]

I BID 10,000 QUATLOO'S

What's that in American money? .0001 cents? Sorry. You didn't bid at least the minimum. Good grief!

John

 

[Jaymo]

Aesthetically, I prefer the 6" Pythons.
Moot point, though.

 

[15Krounds]

They're pretty. And lots of PR from the Walking Dead. I agree, good time to sell.

 

[bmcgilvray]

I have a six-inch blue Python from 1978. It's nice. Sees shooting use and infrequent carry use holstered while hiking on our place.

I like the 6-inch Model 27 best of all .357 Magnums ever made.

 

[mosquito]

1st year (1955) Python, serial number 176, I believe it was.....sold a few months back for $12,500.00. Colt started with serial number 1 and ended 1955 with number 299. I have number 284! I'm keeping it! I have a few Colts and a bunch of Smiths. Let's not kid anybody here folks, there is nothing like a Python....NOTHING! Sorry guys!

 

[bmcgilvray]

There's nothing like a Python but then there's nothing like a Model 27 either. I don't consider the Python to be the pinnacle. That piece of real estate belongs to any of several Smith & Wesson models that could be named.

 

[A10]

That's a ridiculous price for a Python...

that does not have an original box or instructions.

The bidding on THIS one (fired six rounds only plus original box and instruction booklet) will start at ONLY $4500! Take a number, and the line forms on the right. Remember that these are no longer made, and they are rare in this condition complete with box. Check the beautiful condition and the silky-smooth action! These are even rarer in nickel, folks! This one's really cherry! Also, it's the desirable 4" barrel known as the Police Model! OK! Let's start the bidding! $4500 - do I hear five thousand? You, over there - did you hold up your card, or just throw up your hands? Don't let this one get away, folks. Hold it up there, Jennifer, so they can all get a good look at it! Do I have five thousand? This was the pinnacle of fine Colt revolver craftsmanship! Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

John

Reminds me of some ads I've seen on some auction sites recently.....
One might think that you wrote for a living!

 

[kennyb]

I love my colts as well....I am pretty happy that I have already purchased my pythons...todays prices seem to have no ceiling for the pythons,diamond backs and even troopers

 

[brokenprism]

If revolvers were guys, the Model 28 would be a lumberjack, and the Python would be a well-dressed metro-sexual. But both technically guys.

(To borrow from the Wayne's World dino/bronto one-up-man-ship skit, the Colt Single Action Army would be those guys' Father.)

 

[ralph7]

brokenprism;137954977]If revolvers were guys, the Model 28 would be a lumberjack, and the Python would be a well-dressed metro-sexual. But both technically guys.

And the Detective Special and Cobra would be that ripped little loudmouth guy.

 

[cobretti]

I had a nickel 4" 27-2 that was absolutely gorgeous but I just could not fall in love with it. I think that the N frame is just too big for a .357. To me, it's like a 9mm 1911. That's why I bought a 4" bright stainless Python. It's the perfect size for the round and has an amazing single action trigger. Now, I have three 29-2s, and it's all lovey-dovey there! Those aren't going anywhere! I even like my 19s more than the 27, and one almost has the same trigger feel as the Colt.

 

[bigl1911]

Here we go with the Python comparisons again... Ferrari or Porsche.. Mustang of Camaro? First not all Pythons are created equally and not all Smith are equal. A Crappy Model 19 doesn't mean all 19's are crappy revolvers.. Apples to apple is a start.. Let's take two specific guns for comparison: A 1959 Python (handmade) and a Smith Pre 27. The Pre 27 (and other early versions) are arguably one of the best if not the coolest SW had to offer. The 1959 (1955 to 1963) Python are some of the best Colt could make. For you Python haters out there fire a well operating 1950's Python and tell us it is not a great operating and well finished gun.. Cost on a Pre 27 today... 2700 plus for a nice condition gun and box? 2700 for a 1959 - a decent gun (more exponentially as the condition increases with a box). We are not that far apart really and yes they are expensive.. There were only 2050 Python made in 1959. This is an uncommon gun and rare relatively speaking in 98% plus condition and super rare with the box. The detail of the 50's Python are second to none not saying Smiths of that era are not wonderful and finished well.. They are. The Colt Python 1950's era is the best of the best that Colt had to offer at the time.. And yes I love the Model 3 5 7 it just doesn't mean I dislike my Smiths. Stacking... It something you get accustom too.. If you started with a Smith you will hate it without working the gun for a while.. In fact, some may never care for it and good for them but it doesn't mean stacking is a bad thing. Single action a Python is second to none and they shoot holes thru holes.. 3500 for the Op's described gun for sale.. Ridiculous!! This is just an overpriced gun that has not collectors value and is too expensive as a shooter..

 

[mosquito]

Here we go with the Python comparisons again... Ferrari or Porsche.. Mustang of Camaro? First not all Pythons are created equally and not all Smith are equal. A Crappy Model 19 doesn't mean all 19's are crappy revolvers.. Apples to apple is a start.. Let's take two specific guns for comparison: A 1959 Python (handmade) and a Smith Pre 27. The Pre 27 (and other early versions) are arguably one of the best if not the coolest SW had to offer. The 1959 (1955 to 1963) Python are some of the best Colt could make. For you Python haters out there fire a well operating 1950's Python and tell us it is not a great operating and well finished gun.. Cost on a Pre 27 today... 2700 plus for a nice condition gun and box? 2700 for a 1959 - a decent gun (more exponentially as the condition increases with a box). We are not that far apart really and yes they are expensive.. There were only 2050 Python made in 1959. This is an uncommon gun and rare relatively speaking in 98% plus condition and super rare with the box. The detail of the 50's Python are second to none not saying Smiths of that era are not wonderful and finished well.. They are. The Colt Python 1950's era is the best of the best that Colt had to offer at the time.. And yes I love the Model 3 5 7 it just doesn't mean I dislike my Smiths. Stacking... It something you get accustom too.. If you started with a Smith you will hate it without working the gun for a while.. In fact, some may never care for it and good for them but it doesn't mean stacking is a bad thing. Single action a Python is second to none and they shoot holes thru holes.. 3500 for the Op's described gun for sale.. Ridiculous!! This is just an overpriced gun that has not collectors value and is too expensive as a shooter..

Very well stated! No one has to agree with everything any of us say but when put like this, in this way....hard to argue or find fault! Let's use the automobile comparison as a good example: 1953......first year Corvette. Nice looking car, not a performance car by any stretch of the imagination. Very few made, very collectable, very expensive. 1954 same body, few different changes (all for the better) more produced less desirable less expensive. But, it was a better car! But, it wasn't a first year car, it didn't have the low production numbers that the 53's had and so on and so on and so on! As Bigl1911 stated, Colt made 2050 pythons in 1959. They only made 299 in 1955 and I have one of those. To some, it is one of the holy grains of guns. To others, just overpriced steel. For me: I have a first year Colt Python in extraordinary condition and it is the crown jewel of my collection. I love my Colts......AND, I love my Smiths!

 

[GF]

I guess I'm in the minority ... I bought one a coupla' years ago TO SHOOT!

Found one with a little blue wear on the end of the barrel & a turn line.

I guess I could trade it away for a hand full of government issued paper ... NAAAAAHHHHH.

GF

 

[bigl1911]

Very well stated! No one has to agree with everything any of us say but when put like this, in this way....hard to argue or find fault! Let's use the automobile comparison as a good example: 1953......first year Corvette. Nice looking car, not a performance car by any stretch of the imagination. Very few made, very collectable, very expensive. 1954 same body, few different changes (all for the better) more produced less desirable less expensive. But, it was a better car! But, it wasn't a first year car, it didn't have the low production numbers that the 53's had and so on and so on and so on! As Bigl1911 stated, Colt made 2050 pythons in 1959. They only made 299 in 1955 and I have one of those. To some, it is one of the holy grains of guns. To others, just overpriced steel. For me: I have a first year Colt Python in extraordinary condition and it is the crown jewel of my collection. I love my Colts......AND, I love my Smiths!

Holy grail.. 1955!! Someday!!!