Colt Python is Back

[kev74]

This looks interesting.

Return of the Colt Python | Gun Talk

It's baaaaaack! Colt heard you - Introducing the re-imagined but still classic Colt Python revolver. For more videos like this one, subscribe to Gun Talk Me...

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[SmallGameAddict]

I don't quite get Colt. Used to make top notch revolvers, and AR's for that matter. Once upon a time Smith and Wesson's stiff competition. Then, kinda faded from sight.

 

[BDinPutnam]

I don't quite get Colt. Used to make top notch revolvers, and AR's for that matter. Once upon a time Smith and Wesson's stiff competition. Then, kinda faded from sight.

They (allegedly) make most of their money from .gov nowadays.

 

[Robin]

Bad management.
Robin

 

[ArmedCorgi]

At $1,499.00 they are coming in ballsy thinking they will compete with S&W and Ruger. That is almost twice what you can get a 686 or GP100 for.

 

[kev74]

It will be interesting to see what this does to used Python prices. They were getting crazy!

 

[Robin]

Of all the guns I regret selling, the Python is at the top of the list. Right out of the box a very crisp single action trigger, and a very, very smooth, clean double action trigger, equal to a Colt Officers Match in .38 that was completely hand worked. Damn, another one I miss. I didn't loose money, but sheesh, who knew!!!!
Robin

 

[SmallGameAddict]

My old man offered to sell me a Colt revolver he had, I think a Colt Official Police, .38 Spl, 6" barrel. Silky smooth, 98% bluing, great shape. He wanted the $115 that he had paid for it. Turned it down cuz I didn't like the 6" barrel. I still kick myself in the ass over that one.

 

[4 paws]

It will be interesting to see what this does to used Python prices. They were getting crazy!

My hunch is it will have little impact. There will always be a strong following for the original.

 

[Catskillkid]

For the longest time I had a boner for a Colt Python, and for the right price I'd still pick one up. But what they're asking for is just too much in my opinion. I'll stick with my S&W 686 for now. Quite happy with that gun.

 

[SmallGameAddict]

For the longest time I had a boner for a Colt Python, and for the right price I'd still pick one up. But what they're asking for is just too much in my opinion. I'll stick with my S&W 686 for now. Quite happy with that gun.

Right. Not that I can't afford it, but more than I'm willing to pay. Better values out there I think.

 

[Bananabandit]

My GP100 6" can do everything the python does. Except get the babes. Bros before hoes anyway.

 

[togmaster]

It will be interesting to see what this does to used Python prices. They were getting crazy!

I would say nothing. This is a completely different animal.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

I will say that I do like the Colt design, but honestly besides the name, what does the Colt offer that S&W and Ruger do not? I mean, the first handgun I had considered getting was the 686. I didn't get it (only because no local stores had it, so I got my second choice) and when it came time to get a revolver, I had a nice vintage GP100 literally drop into my lap. I like the elegance of the 686, but the GP100 is just so damn brutal looking and over built. I do sometimes wish the Ruger had a full grip frame though.

 

[kev74]

I bet MSRP would be around $900 if Colt would leave Connecticut.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

I bet MSRP would be around $900 if Colt would leave Connecticut.

Or if Colt would get over itself.

 

[SmallGameAddict]

Or if Colt would get over itself.

Or Harley-Davidson

 

[ArmedCorgi]

Or Harley-Davidson

What is their deal? I'm not up on motorcycle stuff.

 

[SmallGameAddict]

What is their deal? I'm not up on motorcycle stuff.

Over-priced, because it says Harley-Davidson on the gas tank.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

Over-priced, because it says Harley-Davidson on the gas tank.

Gotcha. Name recognition. It works for Cuomo...

 

[carpediem]

My GP100 6" can do everything the python does. Except get the babes. Bros before hoes anyway.

If I had a nickel for all the times a girl would say "Is that a Colt Python in your pocket....."

 

[Bustedknees]

My old man offered to sell me a Colt revolver he had, I think a Colt Official Police, .38 Spl, 6" barrel. Silky smooth, 98% bluing, great shape. He wanted the $115 that he had paid for it. Turned it down cuz I didn't like the 6" barrel. I still kick myself in the ass over that one.

I have no son !

 

[Bananabandit]

If I had a nickel for all the times a girl would say "Is that a Colt Python in your pocket....."

Youd have 0 nickles?

 

[ArmedCorgi]

Youd have 0 nickles?

Less than zero. There would need to be a girl first. Then a girl who would bother to ask what is in your pocket...Better chance of finding life on another planet.

 

[Twogunwilly]

I had a python for about 6 months, belonged to a girl I dated and it was on my permit while we waited for hers, sure did hate to see that go when we parted ways. I turned it in to the Sheriffs dept because she didn't have a permit yet & I had enough drama going with an ex-wife at the time.

 

[garyv350]

It will be interesting to see what this does to used Python prices. They were getting crazy!

I would say nothing. This is a completely different animal.

Exactly. Not even close. These will be commercially made. The originals were hand fitted by craftsmen who are long gone and not replaceable.

 

[gun_slinger_boy]

I would say nothing. This is a completely different animal.

Exactly. Not even close. These will be commercially made. The originals were hand fitted by craftsmen who are long gone and not replaceable.

From the advancements in technology and better steel, quality checking etc, if we're honest this one is probably better than the original in just about every way. What the original has is history and craftsmanship.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

From the advancements in technology and better steel, quality checking etc, if we're honest this one is probably better than the original in just about every way. What the original has is history and craftsmanship.

But that will still be a point of note for any collector. So, even if the originals are inferior in certain ways because of advancements in technology, they will never lose their collector or legacy value.

 

[kev74]

From the advancements in technology and better steel, quality checking etc, if we're honest this one is probably better than the original in just about every way. What the original has is history and craftsmanship.

In my highly uneducated opinion, the surface finish will be the hardest to duplicate due to the hand work involved. I think that's why the Cobra, King Cobra and Python are only (so far) available in stainless.

 

[SmallGameAddict]

Nitride stainless?