The epitome of Colt’s double-action revolver line was the Python. Introduced initially as a “deluxe Magnum” target revolver, the Python in .357 Mag. made its debut in 1955.

In addition to extensive coverage on the first generation of Colt double-action revolvers, the book also includes a chapter on Colt’s 2017 re-entry into the double-action revolver market.

Still, it was hard for me to resist the spell of the snake gun when first picking up Colt’s newest Python model: the Python 3-inch. My eyes see guns as tools, ... My GP100 trigger breaks at 4 pounds, ...

Colt Python .357 Magnum. ... especially in the so-called Royal Blue finish – and unbelievably smooth factory stock double-action trigger, this “Snake Gun” simply can’t be beaten.

I have never loved the long pull of a double-action trigger, but the Python's trigger feels as smooth as whipped butter. "Retail for this gun is $1,499; a lot of people say, 'well, that is kind of ...

Although replaced in 1892 with a new Colt double-action revolver, the M1873 remained in limited service with the U.S. military, seeing action in the Spanish American War, ...

Model 686 .357 Magnum Double-Action (DA) Revolver. ... That smoothness is exceeded in my experience only by the far pricier Colt Python, which is pretty much the Rolex of .357 Magnums.

Although replaced in 1892 with a new Colt double action revolver, the M1873 remained in limited service with the U.S. military, seeing action in the Spanish American War, ...