Colt Python .357 Mag 6″ DA Revolver Blued 1975 C&R Checkered Grips
SOLD FOR: $1,461.00
LSB#: LSB260630WF003
Make: Colt
Model: Python
Serial Number: 11154E
Year of Manufacture: 1975 / C&R
Caliber: .357 Magnum (also accepts .38 Special)
Action Type: Single/Double Action Revolver, 6-Shot with Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”, the left side “PYTHON .357” and “357 MAGNUM CTG.” with star marks, and the top of the barrel “PYTHON .357”. The left side of the frame carries the rampant colt pony. The frame in the crane cutout is stamped with the serial number “11154E” and assembly marks “FF”. The rear sight is marked “ELLIASON” with an “UP” arrow at the elevation screw. The checkered walnut grips carry gold Colt medallions.
Barrel Length: 6″, Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramp with a blade, pinned to the ventilated rib. The rear sight is an Elliason micrometer click-adjustable target sight pinned to the top strap in a milled slot, with a windage screw and an elevation screw, presenting a square notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The revolver wears two-piece checkered walnut target grips with gold Colt medallions, secured by a single grip screw. The grips have been refinished to a glossy sheen; the checkering remains crisp. There are scuffs and small nicks and finish chips on the butt end and the right side of the grips. Overall, the stock rates in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is light fouling in the grooves. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 95% of its original blue finish. The balance of the finish shows light handling and operational wear. There is light thinning and edge wear on the frame edges, the rear sight housing corners, the muzzle edges, and the trigger guard, with scattered light handling marks on the barrel and cylinder. The markings are clear. The screws are lightly tooled with strong slots. Overall, this revolver rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions properly in both single and double action. There is no play at each chamber. The cylinder swings out freely on its crane, the ejector rod operates, and the cylinder locks up with the hammer cocked. The hammer has a serrated spur and the trigger is grooved. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Colt Python, introduced in 1955, was Colt’s premium hand-fitted .357 Magnum target revolver, built on the large I frame with the distinctive ventilated rib and full underlug that set the standard for the era. This 1975 example carries the deep high-polish blue, the Elliason target rear sight with square notch, and the checkered walnut target grips with gold medallions that Python buyers expect.
The bore is bright with sharp rifling, the action functions properly with no play at each chamber, and the original finish remains at about 95 percent. At over fifty years old it is C&R eligible. It remains a fine shooter and a strong representative of the classic Python for the Colt collector. Please see our high definition photos via the link and good luck on your bids! -MY