Thing about a Python

[jeffo]

Should I spend $1,600 on a almost new Python? Blue, 6 inch, with box. They claim not used much. Looks new. Haven't touched it yet.

[justaguy]

If you want one go ahead.

[Ramoel]

Pythons are getting more expensive every day since Colt doesn't make them anymore.

I've got a 6 inch Python I bought new in the early '80's. It's electroless nickel which they only made for a short time before going to stainless. I've only put about 500-600 rounds through it. It still looks like new and I have the original box and paperwork. It's one of the rarer ones because of the finish.

I like to shoot my guns but the Python has become a safe queen because of it's value. I've been thinking about trading or selling it but it's so pretty I keep putting it off. I'd probably trade it for a really nice 1911 but nothing like that has come along.

$1600 seems a little steep unless it's LNIB with no turn ring.

[Rogelk]

I had a 6" stainless King Cobra in perfect condition, wish I still had it. The 'blued' Pythons were some of the finest blueing I've seen, I'd be afraid to use it because they're so dang purdy.

[jeffo]

I am going to pass on it. I like to use my guns. This one is to good to shoot. I can buy 2 or 3 users for that price. Thanks for the thoughts on it.