Colt Python Model I3060 Stainless 6″ .357 Magnum SA/DA Revolver, MFD 1988
Sold For: $2775
LSB#: 201023LF11
Make: Colt
Model: Python, Model I3060
Serial Number: T79767
Date of Manufacture: 1988 (https://colt.com/serial-lookup). The Colt website returns 1988 for serial T79800 and T78000, but not for this specific serial number.
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Action Type: Single and Double Action Revolver With Swing Out Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “PYTHON .357 / * 357 MAGNUM CTG *”. The right side of the barrel is marked “-COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.-”. The crane cut and the crane are marked with the serial number”. The sideplate is marked with a “Rampant Colt” logo. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “V”.
Barrel Length: The vent rib barrel with full underlug is 6”
Sights / Optics: This revolver is mounted with a white outlined square notched rear sight adjustable for windage and elevation that is pinned to the top strap of the frame. The front sight is a blade pinned to the top of the rib with an orange plastic insert. The top of the barrel rib and the top strap have a matte finish to reduce glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut with gold colored Colt medallions at their tops. The grips have minor handling wear with a few scattered light nicks and scuffs. The checkering is well defined, generally sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 98% of its finish. The cylinder has a thin turn-line. There are a few scattered minor marks, most notable on the top-rear of the frame to the left of the hammer and above the serrations in the backstrap. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with a strong slot. The markings are clear. Overall, this gun rates in about Fine-Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The lock-up on this revolver is SOLID, with no play when trigger is depressed. The action functions correctly. We have not fired this revolver. This revolver has a wide target style hammer and a serrated trigger. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: In 1955, the United States launched the first nuclear powered submarine, West Germany joined NATO, and Colt began shipping the finest precision combat and target revolver ever made. Each revolver was hand-tuned at the factory and this attention to detail shows both cosmetically and in operation. With barrel lengths ranging from 2.5″ to 8″ and with some of the finest machining and finishing ever seen in the industry, the Python has earned its reputation and continues to be sought after to this day. The Colt Python revolvers were discontinued, then re-introduced, but the originals appear to still be of much higher quality so the price for these fantastic weapons are just going to continue to appreciate. The revolvers by themselves are becoming harder and harder to find, making it difficult to bring oneself to actually fire a Python. This example is a stainless steel finish, one of the less-common finishes for these revolvers and has a 6″ barrel making it suitable for target shooting or even handgun hunting. It’s also in high enough condition that it will fit well in a collection of Colt’s Serpent revolvers. It’ll even make for an authentic Rick Grimes Walking Dead costume for Halloween. Please see our pictures and good luck!