COLT PYTHON MATTE BLUED .357 MAGNUM REVOLVER
| Lot number | 112a |
|---|---|
| Estimate | 1,000.00 - 1,300.00 USD |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | FALL PREMIER FIREARMS SALE DAY 1 |
| Date | October 24, 2026 at 7:00 pm ET |
| Auction house | Milestone Auctions |
| Location | Willoughby, Ohio |
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Description
SERIAL NUMBER: PB023447. BARREL: 8". caliber: .357 MAGNUM. MANUFACTURED: circa 2026. The Colt Python (Model: PYTHON-BM8WTS) is a premium, contemporary six-shot .357 Magnum revolver that pairs a commanding 8-inch barrel with a durable matte blued carbon-steel finish and checkered walnut target stocks inlaid with the iconic gold Colt medallion. This firearm benefits from a completely re-engineered internal action that features a simplified component layout to prevent the timing issues common in legacy models. This mechanical upgrade results in an incredibly smooth, non-stacking 8 lb double-action trigger and a crisp, zero-creep 3.5 lb single-action break. To support its extra-long barrel and sight radius, the frame is reinforced with 30% more steel beneath the adjustable rear target sight, while the muzzle utilizes a recessed target crown to protect the rifling and ensure maximum downrange accuracy.
The structural and mechanical enhancements of this modern platform are explicitly engineered for long-term durability and user customization. Its reinforced frame geometry is designed to easily withstand a steady diet of high-pressure magnum loads without frame stretching, while the simplified internal layout discards fragile, hand-fitted legacy parts to ensure the cylinder stays perfectly timed over thousands of rounds. For the shooter, a deeply textured, matte-milled anti-glare sighting plane runs along the top of the iconic ventilated rib to break up harsh sunlight and deliver a clean sight picture. Additionally, the red-ramp front sight is completely user-interchangeable via a single hex set screw, and a passive transfer bar safety mechanism provides complete drop-safety assurance by physically blocking the firing pin unless the trigger is fully depressed.
CONDITION: As New. MODERN 27-279