That was then, and this us now. The newer Colt Pythons are better than the 19s and hold value better. There is a reason why people are paying over MSRP and they are such in demand.There is a Reason FBI, Police departments and Many others choice was the S&W K frame. It wasn’t just money. All of those people seen the same thing many of us see. Overly expensive Colts that don’t do anything better.
I think I've made a mistake posting this thread.I’ve discussed S&Ws as a company…
With A comment (like others)about a (other revolver) 27 I’d prefer over a Python and the inflation of market that happened to the 29. Hardly off topic
Did not disrespect any member, Blah blah comment was as your correction of me discussing the accuracy testing I did with a S&W 686 vs a “Superior” Python. It was a example of the 2 companies revolvers - Would be nice to not place words in my Direction I didn’t say.
$4000 is a price and one that is common for Colt pythons.
And next time your rattling off How I’m “ Junior “ and how I havnt shot as much as you have since ya been around since 2004 and your Supior to others” keep your own insulting to a minimum when implying I don’t have any knowledge- That’s you knot knowing or “having the Slightest”. Because your “Assumptions” and what I was talking about
Id like to not have any further discussion with your vast knowledge or Ego- do get a clue and Drop it already.
Let others talk about There experience with S&W or Colt. You don’t need to be the leading voice and authority on the subject
Plus- Try to answer ! how did many,many, agencies and departments go with a K frame and not Pythons. Be part of the subject conversation
You certainly fit the criteria of a “Superior Colt owner”
I think I've made a mistake posting this thread.
There is a Reason FBI, Police departments and Many others choice was the S&W K frame. It wasn’t just money. All of those people seen the same thing many of us see. Overly expensive Colts that don’t do anything better.
Historically, law enforcement chose Colt a LOT, especially the Official Police, Trooper, etc.
The S&W 19 has been around and available for sale more so than the Colt Python. I guarantee OP that most who are voting for the 19 over the Colt DO NOT OWN OR HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH BOTH.
Yup, a lot of Python bashing IMHO is from people who can't afford one. Yes, the Python can cost more to maintain, but the same is true of German luxury cars. I have both, and the 19 isn't a Python like an Audi isn't a Ford and a Seiko isn't a Rolex. Can a Ford outlast an Audi and be cheaper to work on? For sure, but it doesn't make it an Audi. It can be harder to find someone to work on a Python, but they are out there. I have a good gunsmith locally who works on Pythons, but even if I didn't I wouldn't let the cost of shipping stop me from owning one.
Not Pythons.
Plus I’m sure 5 to every 1 of em a Smith and Wesson compared to the Colt.
However, Yes- There certainly were some Departments that went with a Colt.
I afforded a Python- a Diamondback and Anaconda.
as a side note: Cool factor of an older Python is not what it was due to the recent resurgence of the Python,
a pinned and recessed 19 or 66 is a highly desirable revolver to those who know.
I agree, Was just providing information from what experience I have with Colt Firearms.
I feel they are over priced and Do the same as a S&W.
Don't 158 grain bullets have more felt recoil than 125 grain?110 and 125gr was the result of the cracking.
Stay with 158gr or 180. Less ear cracking alsoView attachment 1045387
Don't 158 grain bullets have more felt recoil than 125 grain?
I bought my first 19 new in 1971, and I've never had a recessed cylinder "fill with junk", but I did have a Python get LOT'S of junk under the rib, and even start to rust there.The recessed cylinders may be cool, but they have no practical value, it's just an area to collect gunk in.
Nonsense, the recent release of the Sig P210 hasn't impacted the price of the originals at all. You don't get that beautiful bluing on the new Pythons.
The recessed cylinders may be cool, but they have no practical value, it's just an area to collect gunk in.
They are actually priced around the same as S&Ws. The Cobra and King Cobras are around $700-$850 which is on par or cheaper than S&W J and K frames. The Pythons are are more expensive, but priced about the same as a pre lock S&W. All of the Colts have a better out the box trigger than S&W revolvers, and they do not have a lock. The Python will hold value better or go up in value more so than a current locked S&W.I agree, Was just providing information from what experience I have with Colt Firearms.
I feel they are over priced and Do the same as a S&W.