The blued Python comes with Altamont-made target-style stocks with embedded, gold-tone “Rampant Colt” (l.) emblems. The wide hammer spur is serrated for better purchase during single-action fire.

With the introduction of blued Colt Pythons, ... In 2024, Colt answered consumer demands with two models of blued Python, one with a 4.25" barrel and another with a 6" barrel.

The revolver was most commonly sold with a six-inch barrel, although two, three, four, and eight-inch barrels were also available. The barrel was the Python’s most defining and beautiful feature.

The Colt Python was retired by Colt in 2005. The real reason why Colt gave up on such a desirable money maker is unknown, but the high cost of modern labor — a single Python could involve hours ...