Colt Python, what's the appeal?

If they had quit making Harley-Davidsons in the 90's what do you think they would go for?

That's what is driving it.
 
"If I have to explain it to you, you wouldn't understand"
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Some things you either understand or you do not. If you do not, no amount of explaining will change that. It's not snobbery or elitism, nor does it have anything to do with intelligence. Although it takes a certain amount of intelligence to understand that the statement is not an insult, snobbery or elitism. :rolleyes:
 
We seem to have heard Pythons are ugly, the grip feels bad, and different model made by Colt broke after 4000 rounds. I will watch and see how these revelations affect the market. ; )
 
Heard all those things. I'm still shooting mine after thousands of rounds. Still smooth as glass and no parts worn out or replaced. I personally love the look of it and the factory stocks suit my hand perfectly. The finish on mine is showing some wear after twenty years of shooting, but there is NO other gun I would consider trading it for. Think I'll keep it.
 
"Although it takes a certain amount of intelligence to understand that the statement is not an insult, snobbery or elitism"

I think you need to read his posts again. He meant it as an insult.
 
So, where can I get one of those Colt Pythons? After reading all the comments, I just have to get one to see for myself how good (or not good), they are. I almost bought one in 1963 but didn't. Should have.
 
I have a Python (4 inch, in nickel) and a Diamondback 22lr (4 inch, in nickel). After shooting other pistols, those were the ones that I wanted. After a long search I found them and at good prices (good for the 80's). I don't want or need a lot of revolvers, so these are what I want and these are what I shoot. The Python action is smooth as glass, and the Diamondback action is pretty good also. As for whether or not other folks like them, I'll quote or misquote Tom Selleck's cowboy character and say that "you cannot imagine how little I care".

Life is short. Shoot what you want to shoot. Be happy that you can. And don't be badmouthing other folks' weaponry...
 
Although it takes a certain amount of intelligence to understand that the statement is not an insult, snobbery or elitism
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I think you need to read his posts again. He meant it as an insult.
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I hope your use your psychic powers to fight crime, Johnbt. In all seriousness, no I did not mean to insult/offend anyone. I just meant, by that far in the thread, if you still insist that Python quality was so secret, that they were discontinued because their sales slumped, because apparently no one likes high end luxury items, I was not going to keep explaining that concept to be a farce. There is a certain point when replying is a waste of my time. As they say, ignorance is bliss.

I have some Colts and S&Ws, and I like them both. We don't all to have to agree, and when Pythons were made, many were made, so there are lot of them around for all of us. We can all buy what we want. No offense mean to anyone here.

I'm actually more fond of Colt than this thread would suggest.
 
Hi Micromontenegro,

I don’t think there is a Python haters club. I do think there are many shooters, who have owned a Colt revolver with the Python type lock, are disappointed.

Colt’s Python, while the most beautiful revolver I have ever seen, is not a good everyday “shooter”. When the Python is “right”, it may be the epitome of American revolvers.

But, my experience is, the lock, first produced in the early 1900's, is delicate. If you shoot a few rounds per year, they work fine and provide excellent performance. If you shoot frequently, the lock will fail prematurely.

And when it does, it will be an expensive repair.

Give me a S&W or Ruger any day!

Jerry
 
Colt’s Python, while the most beautiful revolver I have ever seen, is not a good everyday “shooter”. When the Python is “right”, it may be the epitome of American revolvers.
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The epitome? :rolleyes:
 
I've been following this post . . . some interesting comments for sure. Gee . . . why do posts usually end up in a ******* match? Maybe it would have been better for the OP to just post a survey . . . "Do you like or dislike the Colt Python?". Hey folks . . . it's like anything else . . . everyone has their likes and dislikes . . simple as that.

I already posted my 2 cents worth earlier . . . . which is about all it's worth . . . . I've owned probably 30 + revolvers myself . . . various makes . . . each has their + and -. And . . . I own a Python . . . yea, it's a beautiful revolver . . . I've also owned an original Colt 1911A1 . . . a favorite of many . . . I sold mine as it was pristine with the original issue holster, clips, pouch and pistol belt . . . and, I couldn't hit the broadside of a barn with it (I take the blame as a pistol is only as accurate as the guy/gal behind it). Does that make it a "bad" gun? Nope . . . just wasn't my "cup of tea". :D

It comes down to some guys like blondes, some redheads and others brunettes . . . it's all about what turns YOU on. Personally, I think the 1851 Colt Navy is the most beautiful revolver that Colt made . . . and I'd much rather shoot my Navy than my Python. :eek:
 
Win 73;
I think you have let your obviously high regard for your own intellect blind you to the possibility that other peoples opinion is as valuable as yours.
JMHO.
 
Colt spent time and effort making a premium revolver with the Python. Actions were tuned and from an American Rifleman article (I think) the barrels were 25% more accurate on the average than their regular revolver production.

So what you got was a very smooth action, excellent trigger, and excellent accuracy.

You paid more for it too.

Was it worth the $200 more than a contemporary M686? Hard to say. Wish I had kept the M686, it was a very robust pistol.

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While there is nothing wrong with a M27-2, I think the Python is a more refined pistol.

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Colt Python, what's the appeal?
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In this day and age where shooters drool over stamped steel and plastic framed pistols the Python represents the "old school" of manufacturing where cost cutting and production numbers were not the #1 priorities. Those that don't get the appeal never will.


Is there a Python haters club, or something?
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Yes , it's called Internet Gun Forums , commonly included in the Haters Club are Remington 700 haters , Leupold scope haters and those bashing S&W MIM/lock equipped revolvers.

Reading here one would think the Python was one of the worst revolvers ever produced. Yet there are so many out there paying a premium to buy one. Yeah , I know , they are out of production. So are a lot of other revolvers like Ruger 3 screw SA , Security Sixes , Dan Wesson and pinned/recessed Smiths.
 
I will simply say that I love my Python. And I will also add that when one comes into the store it doesn't last but a day or so.

Mark
 
Yep.

Pythons are crap.
And Americans pay far over 1k for crap in less then perfect condition. Prices may vary, but only in one direction. Upwards that is.
For an obsolete fire-arm.
Which was produced in large numbers over the coarse of more then 40 years.
Just take a peek at gunbroker. On the first page there's one python listed there with the price currently 19 bucks under the 1k mark.

Now... you all tell me what's wrong here.

Either there are still to many Americans who even in times of economic crisis looking for an easy way to part with to much money or there is something about that gun that makes it worth it. Simple economics tell me there is a market and a high demand. People still talk about the Colt-bubble. But I've been lurking the internet on Colt's for the past 7 years now. I've seen many a bubble pop, but not the Colt-bubble.

By the way: I own one.

In short: From my cold dead hands.
 
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