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Few revolvers carry the reputation the Colt Python does, and this 8-inch matte stainless version takes everything people love about the modern Python and adds the longest barrel in the lineup. That extra length does two things really well: it stretches the sight radius for noticeably easier precision work, and it squeezes more velocity out of the .357 Magnum, which matters if you plan to hunt with it or ring steel at distance. It also shoots .38 Special, so relaxed range days won't beat up your hand or your wallet.
When Colt brought the Python back, they didn't just reissue the old gun. This one is machined from modern stainless steel alloys with 30 percent more steel under the rear sight, so the frame shrugs off a steady diet of full-house magnum loads. The trigger is the part that sells most people at the counter though. The leaf spring action gives you that smooth, non-stacking double action pull the Python is famous for, and the single action break is about as clean as it gets on a production wheelgun.
Up top you get a user-interchangeable red ramp front sight paired with a fully adjustable target rear, so dialing in your preferred load is quick work. The recessed target crown protects the muzzle, and the 1-in-14 twist stabilizes a wide range of bullet weights. Instead of walnut, this model wears black Hogue OverMolded rubber grips, a practical choice that soaks up magnum recoil and stays planted in your hand during long sessions or wet weather in the field.
At 42 ounces, this is a deliberate, steady-shooting revolver. That heft, combined with the bead-blasted matte finish that resists wear and corrosion, makes it a natural for handgun hunters, silhouette and bullseye competitors, or anyone who wants the full-size Python experience. It is a working gun that still looks the part of a Colt.
Yes. Like all .357 Magnum revolvers, the Python happily runs .38 Special from the same cylinder. That makes it easy to practice with softer, cheaper .38 loads and save the full magnum stuff for hunting or when you want the full experience.
The current production Python is built from modern stainless steel alloys with 30 percent more steel under the rear sight, so it's stronger than the classic model. It keeps the smooth, non-stacking leaf spring trigger the original was known for, and adds a redesigned adjustable rear sight and a user-interchangeable front sight. This particular model also swaps the walnut grips for recoil-friendly Hogue OverMolded rubber.
It's one of the better wheelgun options out there for it. The long barrel picks up extra velocity from the .357 Magnum and the stretched sight radius makes precise shot placement easier at typical handgun hunting distances. At 42 ounces, the weight also settles the gun nicely and tames magnum recoil.
Yes, the red ramp front sight is user-interchangeable, so you can swap in a fiber optic or other aftermarket option without a trip to a gunsmith. The rear sight is a fully adjustable target style, letting you fine-tune your zero for different bullet weights and loads.
| UPC | 098289003485 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PYTHONSM8RTS |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | Bead Blasted |
| Barrel Length | 8" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Length | 15.3000 |
| Shipping Weight | 5.3 |
| Sights | Ramp Front/Adj Rear |
| Sights Type | ADJUSTABLE |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Color | Silver |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 6-Round |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 3.0 |
| Package Width | 9.0 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
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