Colt Mfg PYTHONBP3WTS Python 357 Mag/38 Special 6 Shot 3" Blued Carbon Steel Vent Rib Barrel, Cylinder & Frame, Wood Grip, Exposed HammerColt$1,434.38
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The Colt Python is a legendary revolver that's earned its reputation through decades of service and sport shooting. This 8-inch Python in .357 Magnum (and .38 Special compatible) brings back one of the most sought-after wheelguns ever made, combining classic lines with modern manufacturing precision. If you're looking for a full-sized, accurate revolver for handgun hunting, precision range work, or serious home defense, the Python delivers the handling and accuracy that made it a standard-bearer for revolver excellence.
Built on a forged carbon steel frame with a polished blued finish, the Python wears its classic styling honestly—no shortcuts. The standout feature is the one-piece full lug vented rib barrel with a recessed target crown, engineered for accuracy and topped with a red ramp front sight you can swap out to suit your preference. The rear sight is a full adjustable target design with windage and elevation adjustment, and Colt reinforced it with 30% more steel than before, making it more robust for hard use. The fluted 6-round cylinder cycles smoothly and feeds both .357 Magnum and .38 Special, giving you flexibility at the range or in the field.
The walnut target grips with gold Colt medallion aren't just handsome—they're sized and shaped for precision work, reducing fatigue during extended shooting sessions. The exposed hammer and both single-action and double-action trigger options make this a true dual-purpose revolver: silk-smooth for deliberate target shooting or quick and controlled for defensive scenarios. At 51 ounces, it's substantial enough to manage recoil cleanly without being unwieldy. The double-action trigger breaks at 7–9.5 pounds, balanced for control and reset speed.
This isn't a safe-queen—it's a working revolver built to shoot accurately, handle real ammunition, and look good doing it.
| Caliber | .357 Magnum / .38 Special |
| Cylinder Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Barrel Length | 8 inches (203 mm) |
| Overall Length | 13.5 inches (343 mm) |
| Overall Height | 5.5 inches (140 mm) |
| Overall Width | 1.55 inches (39 mm) |
| Frame Material | Carbon Steel (Forged) |
| Finish | Polished Blued |
| Barrel Rifling | 6 Groove, 1:14 LH |
| Unloaded Weight | 51 oz (1446 g) |
| Front Sight | Red Ramp (User-Interchangeable) |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable Target Sight (Windage & Elevation) |
| Trigger Action | Single and Double Action |
| Double Action Trigger Pull | 7–9.5 lbs |
| Grips | Walnut Target Grips with Gold Medallion |
Yes. The fluted 6-round cylinder is chambered for .357 Magnum but accommodates .38 Special cartridges, so you can load either round depending on your needs or preference.
The front sight is user-interchangeable and comes equipped with a red ramp. The rear sight is fully adjustable for windage and elevation, so you can zero in for your specific load and distance.
The double-action trigger pull ranges from 7 to 9.5 pounds, balanced for control and reset between shots. You also have single-action capability for precision work.
Yes. The 8-inch barrel, adjustable sights, and .357 Magnum capability make it well-suited for handgun hunting at responsible ranges. The walnut target grips and single-action option enhance accuracy for deliberate shot placement.
Colt
The Colt Python is a legendary revolver that's earned its reputation through decades of service and sport shooting. This 8-inch Python in .357 Magnum (and .38 Special compatible) brings back one of the most sought-after wheelguns ever made, combining classic lines with modern manufacturing precision. If you're looking for a full-sized, accurate revolver for handgun hunting, precision range work, or serious home defense, the Python delivers the handling and accuracy that made it a standard-bearer for revolver excellence.
Built on a forged carbon steel frame with a polished blued finish, the Python wears its classic styling honestly—no shortcuts. The standout feature is the one-piece full lug vented rib barrel with a recessed target crown, engineered for accuracy and topped with a red ramp front sight you can swap out to suit your preference. The rear sight is a full adjustable target design with windage and elevation adjustment, and Colt reinforced it with 30% more steel than before, making it more robust for hard use. The fluted 6-round cylinder cycles smoothly and feeds both .357 Magnum and .38 Special, giving you flexibility at the range or in the field.
The walnut target grips with gold Colt medallion aren't just handsome—they're sized and shaped for precision work, reducing fatigue during extended shooting sessions. The exposed hammer and both single-action and double-action trigger options make this a true dual-purpose revolver: silk-smooth for deliberate target shooting or quick and controlled for defensive scenarios. At 51 ounces, it's substantial enough to manage recoil cleanly without being unwieldy. The double-action trigger breaks at 7–9.5 pounds, balanced for control and reset speed.
This isn't a safe-queen—it's a working revolver built to shoot accurately, handle real ammunition, and look good doing it.
| Caliber | .357 Magnum / .38 Special |
| Cylinder Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Barrel Length | 8 inches (203 mm) |
| Overall Length | 13.5 inches (343 mm) |
| Overall Height | 5.5 inches (140 mm) |
| Overall Width | 1.55 inches (39 mm) |
| Frame Material | Carbon Steel (Forged) |
| Finish | Polished Blued |
| Barrel Rifling | 6 Groove, 1:14 LH |
| Unloaded Weight | 51 oz (1446 g) |
| Front Sight | Red Ramp (User-Interchangeable) |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable Target Sight (Windage & Elevation) |
| Trigger Action | Single and Double Action |
| Double Action Trigger Pull | 7–9.5 lbs |
| Grips | Walnut Target Grips with Gold Medallion |
Yes. The fluted 6-round cylinder is chambered for .357 Magnum but accommodates .38 Special cartridges, so you can load either round depending on your needs or preference.
The front sight is user-interchangeable and comes equipped with a red ramp. The rear sight is fully adjustable for windage and elevation, so you can zero in for your specific load and distance.
The double-action trigger pull ranges from 7 to 9.5 pounds, balanced for control and reset between shots. You also have single-action capability for precision work.
Yes. The 8-inch barrel, adjustable sights, and .357 Magnum capability make it well-suited for handgun hunting at responsible ranges. The walnut target grips and single-action option enhance accuracy for deliberate shot placement.