It was a blue gun, probably made in the 80s or so from the type box. Current value for colt python 357mag, blued, slight holster current value for colt python. The standard python was manufactured 19551996, and 1997recent production is through the colt custom shop by special order only see python elite listing. Can anyone point me in the direction of someone who specializes in c. Browse all new and used colt revolvers python for sale and buy with confidence from guns international. Id like to know the value of a colt python 357 magnum ctg with a 6. I think its blued and the barrel may be 212 inch or 3 inches. Double diamond edition python has a bright stainless finish, a 6. Lee enfield ishapore number 1 mark iii rifle smle short magazine dp non functional. The only wear on the entire gun is a very slight wear of the blue on the edge of the barrel. If you follow the collector firearms market, you know colt python. I think, when it comes to pythons, value is in the eye of the money holder. Colt python serial number tables gun collectors club. Finish is very nice, with just a few small cloudy areas on the sides of the muzzle but otherwise fantastic.
Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. There were many subsequent models, the official police, police positive and detective special to name but a few, but to many the epitome of colts doubleaction revolver line was the python. Colt magnum carry colt bankers special colt cobra 1st issue colt cobra 2nd issue colt agent 1st issue colt border patrol colt agent l. Each of our pistolsmiths builds your complete custom revolver or custom auto from start to finish. The piece is an all original all matching revolver with black grips showing the colt prancing pony brass logo on both sides. All information compiled in this firearm evaluation using the blue book of gun values online. Related blue book of guns, firearms appraisals questions. Colt revolvers trooper for sale guns international. The king cobra has a modern transfer bar safety and ignition system. What is the value of a colt python 357 revolver answers.
The original box adds to the guns collector interest and value. I can almost guarantee the one the op is talking about will sell for the asking price, or very near to it. A friend of mine asked me if i knew the value of a colt python. The colt python is intended for the premium revolver market segment. Accuracy is excellent but not up to python standards. Discussion in general firearms forum started by cpt. Fjestad is the author and publisher of the blue book of gun values, with.
New and used colt pistols and revolvers for sale on. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. Colt python 2020 357 mag stainless 6 barrel rounds for beverly hills, fl. Many are unaware of how bluebook gets its values as they are submitted by.
Pythons produced from 1955 to 1969 have no letter in the serial number and are the most desirable to collectors. Bb is but one tool available to determine a fair dollar value for a firearm. The officers model match was still relatively new, having been introduced in 1952 as a target version of the official police, the most popular. Shop smart by browsing the 357 magnum for sale and available today on. Glad to see colt getting back into what they do best. The colt python is widely considered to be one of the best revolvers ever made.
Al could not have picked a better gun on which to base the. Fjestads blue book of gun values the colt python is one of the few hand fitted revolvers ever produced. It has some wear from being carried and the outside of the box is rough. Colt king cobra revolver 4inch stainless reduce recoil magazine.
The colt python was first introduced in 1955 as colts topoftheline model. Its a medium frame gun in 357 magnum and despite claims there are blue. What is the current collector value of a colt python 357 magnum 6 barrel in stainless steel no box or papers 95% answered by a verified firearms expert. In blue hard box with paperwork the colt python is a. I went twice to a shooting range in the park ave armory, which then got. Please allow up to 14 days for your order to process. What is the current collector value of a colt python 357. If i get a snake gun at a low price, i try not to let the sun set before i log it in the books, take plenty of images, and list it for sale somewhere. Furthermore, within the excellent and very good condition categories, there is a considerable spread in value, especially for the older and more collectible versions. The colt python was released in 1955 and is considered by many the best gun made by the company.
As they have been unavailable from the factory for years, the colt python revolvers cost a pretty penny now and have been in high demand due to their reemergence in the walking dead. Colt also informed me that ss production began in 1985 which is also different than what the blue book of gun values states. It has been fired very few times and only has a few very minor blemishes on the finish. Current value for colt python 357mag, blued, slight. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Why colt will never build another python the truth about. What is the current collector value of a colt python 357 what is the current collector. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 days or longer.
Both the blue book and the 2011 standard catalog of firearms are in sync on the pricing i provided. Current value for colt python 357mag, blued, slight holster wear, better than good condition. The revolver is a six shot with 4 barrel and rare blued finish. Im looking to buy a new colt python 357 in the box. Originally paired with an officers acp as part of a cased set, this. It is supposedly a limited edition and is not being made anymore. They are known for both their distinctive raised rib and beautiful colt royal blue. Find 357 colt python for sale at, the worlds largest gun. Colt python 357 magnum ctg discussion in the powder keg started by jrow, jan 4, 2009. From the 34th edition of blue book of gun values 20. The python was the first time we used the colt royal blue. Introduced initially as a deluxe magnum target revolver, the python in.
Id like to know the value of a colt python 357 magnum ctg with a 6 inch barrel and a model number of. Anyone know the current value of a colt magnum carry. The blue book of gun values is a good guide but their value numbers, while updated annually, are probably over a year old by the time they are collected by the. Beautiful condition factory nickel colt trooper mk iii in. It was discontinued by 1990 and briefly offered as a custom shop model afterward. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. The gun has been delivered to my ffl today, and i will be looking at it wednesday to verify what i can, unless my ffl gives me a most definite answer to what type it is. Blue book of gun values or one of wilsons books on. The revolver was built on the colt iframe, also known as the old. If you dont have a colt serial number chart, colts customer service will look them up for you but, they will only do two at a time so you need to call back a few weeks. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models.
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