Have you priced a used Colt Python?

[Hohn]

HOLY CRAP THEY ARE EXPENSIVE!

I figured a quality gun like the Python would be made in large enough numbers that there would be a lot of them out there and hence, the used prices would be somewhat reasonable.

I was way wrong. I'm seeing them over $1500 on the cheap end, and north of $3k for some samples.


I know they are highly regarded, but-- really?

 

[trapperDave]

crazy, aint it lol

 

[Hohn]

Looks like my Python aspirations may end up just settling for a 686 or similar.

 

[lildave]

And most gunsmiths won't touch them, too complicated and prone to get out of time.

 

[JB357Mag]

When I was getting back into guns this Feb, I was going to seek
one out untill I saw those prices.


Jimmy

 

[Fordtough25]

I picked up a beautiful used 4" royal blue Python earlier this year and love it! I wanted one for a long time, its a dream come true really. Seriously a dream come true!

 

[indiucky]

I just sold one on gunbroker that sat here in the shop for a couple of weeks. It went for $1450 and was in 95% condition with no box. It was a consignment gun and the consignee was pretty happy. I was just kind of in shock at what it went for.

 

[LEaSH]

Looks like my Python aspirations may end up just settling for a 686 or similar.

If I won the lottery (which I won't because I never buy a ticket), I might buy a Python or three.

Until then, I buy used S&W revolvers and haven't been disappointed yet. And I bet you wont be disappointed with a 686 either.

 

[Hoosier45]

I just picked one up for $900 and thought I got a good deal.

 

[gunman41mag]

Looks like my Python aspirations may end up just settling for a 686 or similar.

The 686 is just as good if not better than a python

 

[Vladislas]

They do cost a lot but they are the best .357's money could buy.

 

[snapping turtle]

Hand crafted by real craftsmen. I certian member on the board has many of them I am sure he will chime in on this thread eventually. (PS thanks for the sunday 1500 ticket)> I will let him tell you how many he has.

Some real python or diamondback collectors accually seek out ones made by a certian person. It was signed on the box. Mine has no box, it sits in the safe and the 586 and model 29 go to the range.

Notice lack of a turn ring on the cylinder.

And the vintage trigger shoe.

 

[Fordtough25]

I shoot my Python, I don't own any safe queens! Mine will be enjoyed by me and all around me until I go someday in the far future I hope. Then it will get passed on to family.

 

[wiseinvestor]

I agree... after years of hunting for a good deal my friend just purchased the final python to complete his collection of all barrel lenghts. Good luck.

 

[snapping turtle]

I am happy with the 586 and the python was an investment. It was purchased as an investment. I have shot it but in the safe it stays. Better than facebook stock, Cd's or cash in the bank. They are not making them anymore and if they do they will be cnc copies of the old ones.

I have plenty of 357's to shoot. I long ago bought a 3 screw ruger blackhawk that was not bastardized by the ruger recall. I figured it would be an investment piece. It has not gone up in price to match the inflation rate. The python has exceeded my expectations.

 

[VN Vet]

You might want to look into the King Cobras. Their prices are rising too.

 

[Mark 1911]

My first handgun wat a Colt Python, and I still have it! I'd have to go dig up the receipt, yes I still have it, but I think I bought this one in 1985 or 86 and not sure but think I spent between 700 and 800 back then for the bright stainless model:

 

[snapping turtle]

You might want to look into the King Cobras. Their prices are rising too.

The cobra's were CNC and not hand fitted. Yes the prices are rising and deals can still be found. They are not a python.

I did pick up a Trooper II 357. I can shoot it also. CNC not hand fitted. Not a python. The thing that made me buy it, It also had a Trigger shoe installed.

 

[snapping turtle]

My first handgun wat a Colt Python, and I still have it! I'd have to go dig up the receipt, yes I still have it, but I think I bought this one in 1985 or 86 and not sure but think I spent between 700 and 800 back then for the bright stainless model:

Rick from "the walking dead" would give you a 5 star rating on that one.

 

[Mark 1911]

Rick from "the walking dead" would give you a 5 star rating on that one.

I must be getting old, but I don't have a clue who that would be.