Colt Python Matte Blue 2”

One of Colt’s most iconic handguns is the Python. Introduced in 1955, it stayed in product for 50 years and was discontinued in 2005. In 2020 a 2^nd Generation of Pythons debuted. These iterations had a heavier frame with 30% more steel below the rear sight, plenty of metal around the forcing cone, a redesigned action with a V-spring for a smooth trigger pull, and an interchangeable front sight. They were first offered in stainless-steel and within the past several months polished blued models have appeared. Recently, a new Python version was introduced with a no-frills matte blued finish. Barrel lengths offered are 2.5, 3.0, 5.0 and 8.0 inches. The test gun was a 2.5-inch with service-style checkered walnut grips. During chronographing, accuracy testing, and combat shooting, some 101 rounds of 5 different .357 Magnum loads were shot in the 39 oz. Python. The best 5-shot group measured 1.02 inches, shot SA at 12 yards from a rest. The test gun has an overall length of 8.0 inches and the MSRP is $1,499.00; street prices range from $1189-1299.00.