New Pietta Revolver

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Pietta hasn't produced any properly tuned 586's either. Not saying they are junk but the memory of Big Green's R-51 is still fresh.
 
The Italians can build good guns - think of the higher-grade Berettas and Perazzis. But these are not cheap!!

It's going to take a couple of years before we really know what Pietta is bringing to the table; ignore the gun writers, the REAL test will be what a reasonably large sample of gun forum participants has to say.
 
Very nice revolver Doogle. Is that a Taurus model 66 in polished stainless? I don't think Taurus does the polish or the vent rib any longer.
 
jdavis123 - it's a Model 689...>

Taurus discontinued them around 1999.

Thanks.
 
I've been in conference with Pietta.

They told me the gun will be released in blued first, but that stainless AND nickel will be offered later. They also said the gun is awaiting BATFE aproval, and after that it's going to be released in the US.
 
My Python was really pretty, but the hand broke, and after getting it fixed, I let it go with no real regrets. I can't say the same for my S&W 28, or my first Dan Wesson 15-2. I wouldn't mind having one of these though, if it was decent. It would be nice just have have a "Python" that I wouldn't be terrified to put a nick in.
 
I don't think they will fit the put it in the safe as an investment market, so as a shooter I would wait a couple of years to see how they shake out, if anything like the Taurus they will not hold up to steady (a lot of) use.
 
Just for thought....

The original Colts required a lot of lot of hand tuning. But could that be due to how some of the original machining operations back then might have resulted in a larger tolerance value on each specific part? And if so can modern carbide tooling and CNC consistency produce tight enough tolerances that little or no hand fitting is needed?

If this is the case it might well explain how Pietta will be able to produce such a gun.
 
I paid full retail for my first one. $125, just the same as dad paid for his SAA. I paid $350 for my second one some 30 plus years later. I would risk $800 on one if it were true to form but would rather have either of my others back. I envy those who neither sell or trade.
 
I am stoked.:D Always wanted a Python along with a King Cobra and a Anaconda also. Even a King Cobra lists at close to $2000.00 now with a search on gunbroker.....crazy. I remember in the 90's a King Cobra going brand new for $350.00 but I was dirt poor back then to get one.

A real Colt Python? Is now a rich man's hobby, being investors who just look at it never shoot it most often considering it more of a "specimen" more than a gun now.:rolleyes:

So yeah, I will probably get one of these and shoot the %%%% out of it with no worries of it being safe queen.
 
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You know, when you think about it, we're seeing history repeat itself.

After WWII, Colt stopped making the SAA. Low sales, high costs...etc.. Then along came TV westerns and there was a demand for six guns. The price of those used guns went up. People even took old worn out ones and rebuilt them. Along came Bill Ruger with his Single-Six, and a few other manufacturers to fill that demand. Today, I don't even know how many companies are making single action "cowboy" revolvers.

Cowboy action shooting has led to a demand for the shotguns and rifles from that bygone era. Manufacturers have stepped in to fill that demand too.

IPSC and other action shooting games gave birth to a demand for 1911 pistols that wasn't really there before. That market certainly hasn't slacked off any.

Today the demand for the Python is on the rise. Why? Who knows really, we can argue about rather it's a better gun than anything else until the cows come home, but that demand is there. Maybe it's video games...maybe it's The Walking Dead, maybe it's just people seeing a gun selling for two/three grand and want one because they can't get one.

So it's not surprising to me that someone would come along and make one. It's just sort of surprising to me it took so long.

I don't know if we'll ever actually see one of these on a dealers shelf or not. I've heard of a lot of guns that someone said they were going to make, but never actually saw one. But it does show that some people at least think there is a demand for revolvers still, and not just in the small snubbie self-defense catagory. Smith & Wesson was willing to bet money on that when they introduced the new 66 and 69's.

I hope Pietta does this, and I hope they sell a million of them. I could be tempted to try one.
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As CajunBass methodically pointed out, Colt found out the hard way that laurels don't make a great bed. Anybody know if Pietta and Uberti are under the same roof? I've handled enough Uberti's to say their El Patron is close to par w/ Colt's 3rd gen SAA. As Mas would say "I'll hold out judgment until all facts are in". The what if's are too many.
I'm a customer at #1 excellent review by well established folks (GunBlast, Hickock45, TTAB) #2 price point about $800 or less
#3 AVAILABILITY
So let's take a measured, wait & see approach. :)
 
Pietta makes some fine replica BP arms, I own a couple, but you guys can have first shot at this one. I'm a "wait and see" type, too. Hell, I never particularly liked Colt DA revolvers, anyway. I know the Python's rep, but I've shot a few and, while they were good shooters with smooth triggers, I didn't think 'em worth the price and I just don't care for the somewhat fragile action.
 
I'd buy an anzio anaconda if it's built and finished well. If they put key holes, locks, plastic bits, or a poor surface finish on it, then I'll pass. I don't get too excited about most modern firearms.
 
I had a new 2000s Pietta BP revolver for a short while. It was out of time and the cylinder steel was cheeselike in hardness. I'd hope a Python copy would be made to a higher standard.
 
I have been in contact with Pietta recently. They've informed me that they are waiting for the gun to be cleared by BATFE for importation, then will start to bring them in. They didn't tell me when exactly that should start, but I'm very excited! I love the Python, but God knows I couldn't even afford a total beater. This will scratch that snakey snakey itch!
 
If they are going to export the gun to the United States (as opposed to sending parts and having them assembled here) they will have to pay import duties. Then if they are going to sell them to retailers they'll have to adjust the price to the trade, vs. a proposed $800 MSRP.

The Old Fuff, who has been around for a long time, will easily contain his his excitement on this one. :uhoh:
 
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