The only marks on the finish are from being carried in a holster. Wiley clapp was around for the python s introduction in 1955. You must understand, though, that this is mostly a gorgeous picture book. The colt python revolver is considered by many to be about the most attractive firearm ever made. Colt realized that the gun buyer now wanted double action revolvers to have adjustable sights so they offered two new models with the desired feature. Chapter one is prose and contains a brief history of the python, the various calibers real and legendary, and descriptions of the many variations. However, this brand has been in operation ever since making firearms like rifles and guns. My supplier acquired these colt python grips over a decade ago in a large parts procurement and estimate they were produced 3040 years ago. Seven serpents the history of colts snake guns pistol. Blue book of gun values the colt python is one of the few hand fitted revolvers. Gold medallions only on pythons, other guns used silver. With the prices of genuine python grips soaring, fakes and replicas have begun to flood the market. On the grips is the colt shield whilst on the underside of the grip is a us shield intertwined with a python with thirteen stars and the motto united we stand.
The colt python was first introduced in 1955 as colt s topoftheline model. In the history of modern double action american handguns, the colt python revolver. Colts python, king of the seven serpents gurney brown on. Colts manufacturing, python, revolver, double action only, 357 magnum, 4. Colt wood grip parts pistol parts for sale in stock ebay. We aim to please and look forward to building lasting friendships. As a result, it features precision adjustable sights, a smooth trigger, solid construction, and extra metal. The owners manual and miscellaneous factory paperwork are included as is a colt factory letter which verifies that this is one of the original combat python revolvers shipped to lew horton in 1988. Fjestads blue book of gun values the colt python is one of the few hand fitted revolvers ever produced. Used for a short time in the mid1990s on the four inch python. Beautiful blue stag service grips with colt gold medallions. Choices for select models include goncalo alves, pau ferro, lamo camo laminate, rosewood laminate. These hogue grips had a colt logo molded into the right side, and were only used for a short time.
Colt archive properties llc research service price list. The colt python is intended for the premium revolver market segment. Sell colt grips including the late type python elite grips. The new book from author gurney brown will be available for shipment in mid late march 2018.
Why colt will never build another python the truth about guns. 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. The colt python revolver in our pictures is a heavily personalized example decorated in a strongly patriotic theme with inlays depicting the statue of liberty, liberty bell, flag raising at iwo jima, and the spirit of 76. Hogue grips for colt come in rubber as well as hardwood.
Colt python 357 magnum 6in stainless revolver 6 rounds the python has been upgraded to meet the quality standards of todays shooters, while staying true to its heritage. Colts python king of the seven serpents reflects the continued work by author gurney brown on the famous colt revolvers. Colt python original factory revolver pistol grips diamond pattern free shipping i have recently acquired this pair of colt grips as well as a pair of colt detective d frame grips. Mar 29, 2018 the colt python is widely considered to be one of the best revolvers ever made, and with production ceased for more than a decade, its also among the most collectible. We know the colt python is one of the most beloved and collected firearms in american history, and its. Find colt python revolver parts and accessories today with numrich gun parts. The colt python was released in 1955 and is considered by many the best gun made by the company. You can find a colt 1911 box for sale, storage cases for the colt trooper doubleaction, or containers for colt singleaction revolvers. Colt s engineering innovation team spent years refining this da revolver, producing a trigger pull that feels like second nature. Colt python serial number tables gun collectors club. We greatly appreciate the support of all our customers, viewers, and sponsors who make our familyoperated business possible. Sell your colt python grip for free today on gunsamerica.
Up for sale in this auction is vintage colt python wooden factory grips. From 1955 until the majority of python production ended in 1996, it was regarded as one of the finest american handguns in history, and today you can expect to pay thousands of dollars for an original colt model. If you follow the collector firearms market, you know colt python. Inspired by the successful colt python, the diamondback was manufactured from 1966 to 1988 and was available in barrel lengths of 2.
Jan 21, 2015 i bought a colt python in 1966 or ealieras a present for my husband who was a policeman. Fully checkered, made of walnut with a dull oil finish. While many a smith was returned barely used, the python offered a magnum that could be fired without flinch inducing trauma. Oct 21, 2010 heres the standard colt python grips, and about when they were used. The colt python is known as the rolls royce of colt s revolvers. Wilkerson colts double action revolver but only on the double action model 1878. The pythons appearance is always striking with its hand polished metal, beautiful bluing and superb design. Initially, only a blued finish was offered, but, befitting the gun. In his book arson by john barracato, the author tells about a new york fire. Buy my book in amazon the modern survival manual bugging out and relocating visit my. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. Colt is a united states firearms manufacturer, founded in 1855. These grips will fit the colt python service style revolver. The new python is built out of stronger stainless steel than the originals, and is available in 4.
Can anybody tell me what generation and frame to look for. Pythons produced from 1955 to 1969 have no letter in the serial number and are the most desirable to collectors. Colt gun original factory boxescases for sale in stock ebay. A history of the colt revolver from 1836 to 1940 by charles t. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. Building on colts snake gun legacy, the legendary doubleaction revolver returns in stainless steel in 4. I still have the colt and fire it at the range every few months. Colt will be getting the gun sent back to them asap. The colt python was one of the most celebrated handguns of the 20 th century and one of the few hand fitted revolvers ever manufactured. Apr 27, 2011 showing and shooting a gorgeous 4 colt python.
I was cruising the internet looking for a set of grips and saw there are as many as three generations of this gun. This specific volume deals exclusively with the famous colt python. Since its foundation by samuel colt in hartford, connecticut, this company has provided a staple for american firearms for. How the new python compares ever since 1955, the python was a deluxe revolver in every way intended to win competitions, take game, and serve for. Information provided here is approximate, if you wish to support your investment with the purchase of a complete history and letter of authenticity for your firearm or for more information, please contact colt s archive department. Get the 74th edition of the worlds greatest gun book. The smoothness of the handfitted action is still considered the best around.
In this first of a threepart series, he journeys through the early days of this now legendary colt revolver and ponders its. Colts python king of seven serpents, new book by gurney. Python question on gr ips what year and letter designation in the serial number, did they start putting black rubber grips on the pythons. Things that are unique to the python or even colt revolvers, whatever you dumb cock any doubleaction revolver, make sure the trigger is not depressed even a little bit. In the history of modern double action american handguns, the colt python revolver stands above all others. As a longtime fan of colt da revolvers, i ponied up the 65 bucks for the book, and overall im pleased with it. Sell your colt python 357 for free today on gunsamerica.
Colt python wood grips from original manufacturer gold medallions sharp checkering perfect grips new. The colt python was in regular production from 1955 until 1996, and was offered in many different model variations with a wide range of barrel lengths, grips and finishes. Of course the most famous is the colt python, but it was not the first of the seven colt snakes. We offer an american piece of history, a member of the astounding colt family, the colt python 357 magnum. The cobra, however, was the very first in the series. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. This example has the original generation 2 wood grips. Fits colt official police, officers model, army special, trooper, and python. What makes this classic revolver the queen of a collection. Colt has been putting together handguns since the year 1855. If your firearm does not appear in the listing, please understand that this is not a comprehensive database. This one of a kind matched set of very special colt single action army sixguns are new and unfired in a french fit custom case of hand tooled custom leather by kenny unger. More than 275 highres digital color images depict almost all the variations.
Founded in 1836, colt manufacturing company is best known for the classic firearms manufactured in the 19th and 20th centuries. It was born in the mid1950s in a postwar era in which quality was already starting to fall from the heights that american gun making had attained in the 1930s and 40s. Colt python 357 magnum 6in stainless revolver 6 rounds. Colt s python, king of the seven serpents is the followup to gurney browns highly successful book seven serpents, the history of colt s snake guns. Colt buffed the python grip frames as part of the manufacuturing process, and i have seen variations between specimens of the same generation which would cause some grips even factory to fit perfectly on one and be off slightly on the other. The book has beautiful photos but lacked historical information on the python. Sales of elephant ivory in the state of florida only if you do not see it, please call custom work is a specialty custom grips available in mammoth, mastodon, elephant, walrus ivory and exhibition grade wood wood 1911. Needless to say, these grips are extremely limited in their availability. In addition to an improved trigger, the new colt python also boasts a beefedup frame above the cylinder, a userreplaceable front sight from the colt king cobra hexscrew attached, a redesigned target rear sight and a recessed target crown on a onepiece barrel. Colt s early designs played a major role in the popularization of the revolver and the shift away from singleshot pistols. History of colt revolvers 14 matching articles field and. The colt diamondback is a revolver manufactured by colts manufacturing company of hartford, connecticut, in calibers of. Python target grip reference guide the python target grips are often referred to as the 3 generations, but thats only part of the truth. This python will not disappoint, it still has the buttery smooth action and crisp trigger that one not only expects from the colt python but demands this awesome example has the colt royal blue finish and is chambered in the iconic.
They have created many more models since the first ones, which were sixshooter revolvers. The colt python featured a fully adjustable whiteoutline accro rear sight and a 18inch front ramp with red inset. Dec 21, 2015 of these three, only the colt python was a radically new design, even though it could trace its ancestry back to the army special, a popular. The colt python was first introduced in 1955 as colts topoftheline model and was originally intended to be a largeframe.
All of this was enough to earn this particular revolver a generous spread in the collector firearms book. Unfollow colt python grips to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Colt boxes may be made of different materials depending on their era of production or the firearms they are designed for. Us bicentennial cased colt set python, single action army.
The photographs of all the models in all their finishes and in actual size are why i call it stellar. These grips are as close to the originals as can be created today. Left a rare factoryengraved 6inch nickelplated python with full d coverage and aftermarket ivory grips. Hey guys, there really isnt much at all to say on this one.
Colt python wood grips from original manufacturer pistol. First introduced in 1955, it comes in blued, nickel, and stainless versions. After 1996, it was available only by special order from the colt custom shop until 2005 when the model was discontinued. Browse all new and used colt revolvers python for sale and buy with confidence. Colt forum since 2000 a forum community dedicated to colt firearm owners and enthusiasts. This gun shows the finest of colts modern double action revolver design and manufacturing. Genuine giraffe bone colt python grips here is an opportunity to own a pair of genuine southern african giraffe bone grips. They are known for both their distinctive raised rib and beautiful colt. The now discontinued colt python targeted the premium revolver market segment. The 5 calibers to claim the most powerful handgun in the world title reupload duration. Your fancy hardwood grip is a oneofakind, heirloom quality piece of hogue family history, designed to create a natural connection between you and your favorite firearm. Im looking at a 1979 model with a vxxxxx serial number with wood grips and they look a little suspect to me like they may be after market. Gurney brown, seven serpents, the history of colt snake guns i do not know about this last book, maybe someone have it.
This book is super high quality so its very much worth its fairly high price. The python s appearance is always striking with its hand polished metal, beautiful bluing and superb design. Oct 25, 2017 it would become part of an entire genre of colt revolvers with their own following, and even a book, seven serpents, about the history and development of the cobra, python, diamondback and the rest of colts snake guns. Colt python grips, new book and some other thoughts. So please see my other auctions for more rare firearmknife memoribilia for sale as well. Grips of the same generation will sometimes show more or less pronounced variations and deviations, some are clear design changes while others indicate that colt used different subcontractors to make them. Highly polished, beautifully finished and fully stabilized, this material is rare and in limited supply. Heres the standard colt python grips, and about when they were used. Of course i wasnt smart enough to keep the original grips and box yeah i know and id like to put it back to factory specs. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. A wide spur, checkered hammer and grooved, curved trigger provided maximum control and fast lock time. Im the original owner of a colt python,blued with 8 barrel that i purchased in 1981. Wilson wrote these books with the full cooperation of colt firearms and some. Co076phg8 nill grips colt python officers match officers target official police.
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