I'm looking for thoughts on whether or not to have the original barrel replaced on a Python, and would like to hear your thoughts.
The Python is an early 70s Custom Shop job with an 8 3/8" barrel. It's a dream. But, the barrel is l-o-n-g. (Duh! )
I'm thinking about having it replaced with a 4" or 6" barrel. Is there a good reason not to do this? Does it have "collector value" that I should be thinking about? Other issues? I have been told that once you unscrew one of those old barrels its threads are ruined and you can't reinstall it.
The Python is an early 70s Custom Shop job with an 8 3/8" barrel. It's a dream. But, the barrel is l-o-n-g. (Duh! )
I'm thinking about having it replaced with a 4" or 6" barrel. Is there a good reason not to do this? Does it have "collector value" that I should be thinking about? Other issues? I have been told that once you unscrew one of those old barrels its threads are ruined and you can't reinstall it.