Python 4 or 6 in. value

[popeye]

Next week I'm gonna buy or trade for a 4" nickle Python. Price is $795. I currently have a 4" stainless (matte). I had a 6" nickle which I sold for $700, no box or papers. Pretty gun, but kinda unwieldy, for me.

I'm no x'pert but it seems like the 2" Pythons command highest price. 4-6" seem about the same. Lotta variables I know, age, condition, etc. Assuming you have two Pythons both same age and condition, is 4" or 6" worth more.? Or is it personal pref?

 

[Monkeyleg]

I regularly watch the online auctions for Pythons for entertainment. It seems like the 6" models go for just a smidgen more than 4"...usually.

For $795, I'd assume the gun has seen little or no use, right? Is there a box? When was it made?

 

[Standing Wolf]

For $795, I'd assume the gun has seen little or no use, right?

A local shop had a stainless Python with a four-inch barrel for $789, firm. It was a little holster-worn. It had at least a six-pound single action trigger and an unsmooth double action trigger. The cylinder bores and interior of the gun were utterly filthy. I've heard of guns in similar condition being sold for $999.99. Perverse!

 

[popeye]

This gun l want is 99% with box n all the stuff. Sight has 2 pins, so I think it's older, but not real old version. My stainless is also like new and have box n all stuff. I'm trading an U.B. stainless 1911 .45, off on the Python. At 56, I started with revolvers, 35 years ago. I think I prefer the revolver, the only exception being my 1911 Colt .38 super.

 

[Ala Dan]

Greeting's All-

When someone mention's the word Python,
the general definition thought of is "strong". Quite
contrary to popular belief, the Colt Python is some
what actually "weak". Some people (including me)
would argue that the lock-up on the Colt Python
isn't as strong as say on a Smith & Wesson model
27 or 28. It's true Colt's cylinder rotates clockwise,
into the frame; while S&W's is counter-clockwise, or
out of the frame. But, on final lock-up before firing
the Python only has one lock; as opposed to S&W's
two. Also, Colt Pythons are noted for having timing
problem's, after a few thousand rounds.

So, to sum up YES an early (pre 70's) Colt Python
would be desirable to have; but I don't think I could
be satisfied with one made from about 1980 on, as
the craftsmanship just went south! A 70's model in
LNIB condition will demand high dollar mark's; and
would be more desirable (at least to me) than a
crappy stainless steel model. I agree that a 6"
commands a slight premium, than the 4" model.
If the gun you seek grades out well according to
my friend Jim March's excellent review; then $795
would be a terrific price!

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

 

[popeye]

Today I removed all my pals from the pistol safe. I see nobody I'm willing to part with. Since I have a 4" stainless Python, I've decided against the trade. So since at the moment I can't afford another $800 outright, on a gun. No nickle Python for me, for now. My appologies for wasting bandwidth on this topic.

 

[9mmepiphany]

just for info the 2.5" snakes usually command a higher price as they are more rare...they just didn't make as many because there wasn't a demand for them. see...things that are really unpopular now are worth more in the future...like the sig 220 in .38 super