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Colt Pythons with 6-inch (15 cm) and 4-inch (10 cm) barrels and nickel finish Type Place of origin United States Production history Manufacturer Produced 1955–2005 Variants 2.5-inch (6.4 cm), 3-inch (7.6 cm), 4-inch (10 cm), 6-inch (15 cm) and 8-inch (20 cm) barrel Specifications Weight 38 ounces (1.1 kg) to 48 ounces (1.4 kg) Maximum firing range 200+ yrds Feed system Six- Sights Rear adj.; front ramp The Colt Python is a caliber formerly manufactured by of,. It is sometimes referred to as a 'Combat Magnum'. It was first introduced in 1955, the same year as.44 Magnum. Now discontinued, the Colt Python was intended for the premium market segment. Some firearm collectors and writers such as,, Chuck Hawks, Leroy Thompson, Scott Wolber, Renee Smeets and Martin Dougherty have described the Python as the finest production revolver ever made. Contents • • • • • • • • • • Description [ ] The Colt Python is a handgun chambered for the cartridge, built on Colt's large I-frame.

Pythons have a reputation for accuracy, smooth trigger pull, and a tight cylinder lock-up. They are similar in size and function to the and Colt Lawman revolvers.

The barrel is stamped with 'Colt Kodiak.44 Magnum' and a bear paw on the left side of the barrel. Serial numbers started with 'CKA'. There were about 2,000 made in 1993. Anaconda Realtree Camouflage. This was an Anaconda fitted with a Redfield EER 2 1/2- 7x scope, and finished in Realtree Gray camouflage finish.

History [ ] The Colt Python was first introduced in 1955 as Colt's top-of-the-line model and was originally intended to be a large-frame target revolver. As a result, it features precision adjustable sights, a smooth trigger, solid construction, and extra metal. Pythons have a distinct appearance due to a full barrel underlug, ventilated rib and adjustable sights. Colt originally manufactured Pythons with hollow underlugs but left them solid to work as a stabilizing barrel weight. Cd Crack Medal Of Honor Airborne Pc. When the revolver is at full cock, just as the trigger is pressed, the cylinder locks up for the duration of the hammer strike. Other revolvers have a hint of looseness even at full-cock. The gap between the cylinder and forcing cone is very tight, further aiding accuracy and velocity.

From the 1970s each Python revolver was boresighted at the factory with a laser; the first mass-produced revolver for which this was done. End of production [ ] In October 1999, Colt Manufacturing Co. Announced that it was ceasing production of Python revolvers. In a 2000 follow-up letter to distributors, the company cited changing market conditions and the costs of defending lawsuits as the reasons for the discontinuation of the Python line, as well as a number of other models. The Colt Custom Gun Shop continued making a limited number of Pythons on special order until 2005, when even this limited production ceased. Models and variants [ ]. Colt Python Target, 8 inch barrel.38 Special.

The Python was originally available in two finishes: and Bright. The Bright Nickel model was discontinued with the introduction of the more durable satin stainless and mirror-polished Ultimate Stainless models. The and Royal Blue finishes were offered until 2003 by Colt on the Python 'Elite' model. Pythons were available with 2.5-inch (6.4 cm), 3-inch (7.6 cm), 4-inch (10 cm), 6-inch (15 cm) and 8-inch (20 cm) barrels. The six-inch model was the most popular generally, and the 8-inch model was intended for. A 3-inch barrel version is very collectible, although not rare. The Python Hunter model, with 8-inch barrel and factory-installed 2X scope, was made in 1980.