"I have an old Python, while a thing of beauty, the old S&W 586 shoots and handles a lot better than the Python, the trigger on my 586 is much better than the Python, D/A on a Colt is terrible compared to the 586. I have a late model 686 plus. Not the greatest revolver that I own. S&W quality has suffered a lot over the last 40 or so years. I've not handled one of the new Pythons, thinking I need a 4" Python when things settle down, if they do settle down before I die(76 years young)." (Pete2)
I just handled a new 2020 Python today, 4.25". Saw it on Gunbroker last night, realized it was at the local gunshop here in Maine, so I drove up today to buy it. There was a bid on it before I walked in, so not wanting to overpay due to a bidding war, I just looked this one over.
I have shot older Pythons before and agree with Pete2, my 586-3 is a far better shooter. But examining this one today... damn. Colt got this right. I always prefered S&W before. But this Python? It was hidden behind the counter, not on display, so I had to ask to see it, brand new, in the plastic, still smells like the Colt factory, beautiful finish, wood was perfect.
Very difficult not to overpay on Gunbroker at the push of a button on my cell phone and walk out of the shop with it, so I let the winning bidder have it. Once he bid, the shop is committed to the GB sale, so I couldn't snag it outright with the cash in my wallet. The winner WILL be pleased! One sweet Colt 6 shooter is coming his way. It is
perfect. No foolish lock hole either. I'm impressed. Better than the old Pythons. Yep!
I'm on the list for the next one in and at MSRP too!