Colt Python 2020 - Most Sought After 357 Revolver Returns

[@johnburrows1179]

I got mine in February. This pistol is a tack driver. I started at the 25 yard range and thought I was missing follow up shots.... no, they were so close I couldn’t see the other holes. Accurate as hell. Trigger is phenomenally smooth and clean. I’ve run 400 rounds through it and perfect. Machining is flawless. I paid $1450 plus tax, didn’t care I wanted it. Absolutely love this gun

[@Cheaps928]

$1.4k?! which website? i see them all for more than $1.5k and theyre out of stock smh. i will get one when they are in stock

[@RolandsDad]

The 6" rings steel for me fine even after 50 yards, they're plenty accurate, I'll give you that.

[@palerider964]

I picked mine up 4 days ago. I must say I'm thoughly impressed with it all the way around. I've owned an original before and I feel this version is better. Fit, finish and function are flawless. Everything you said about cnc machining is true. Parts are produced to exact tolerances and each part produced is exactly the same. Can't beat that. Mine is so accurate, I almost don't have to aim. I'm selling all my other handguns. Don't need them anymore. Thank you Colt for bringing back my absolute favorite 357magnum revolver. ❤☺👍

[@franksteinmann6926]

1:11 The new Python is dry-fire safe, as this is stated in a video on the channel TheColtFirearms adressing Python Update and FAQ

[@richardjohnson4238]

Good to find a review that mirrors my experience. I've got 250 or so rounds of 357 ammo through mine, plus several hundred dry fire cycles, without a problem. I paid right at MSRP for it about two weeks ago. I'm going to be looking for a 4.2 inch one when they're available.

[@SpAceDrragon]

This is a dream gun of mine , maybe one day 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@patrickmartin8302]

Got a 6" in February. Sent it back to factory because of light strikes with cheap ammo. Factory put a heavier main spring and no problems since even with the imported ammo. Better trigger pull than the originals, which I have had 2 of in the past. In fact the best action I have ever experienced with a revolver. Very happy, if Colt fixes the few quality control issues, this will be a hit for the some time to come. Only hope it is produced in a 2.5" sometime soon.

[@nathand3270]

I hope mine is fixed when it comes back from Colt for a second time. Still had some light primer strikes across multiple brands of ammo. I love the gun but Colt has had it more than I have.

[@tomfile3131]

The Colt website says no problem with dry firing. Just FYI. According to Ken Hackathorn, the new Python is superior to the older ones.

[@jamesbell8496]

Great review! I have a 6in blued on its way to my lgs. These revolvers are absolutely stunning. Cheers

[@johnsimms818]

Great review best one I have seen.i saw Hickok's and as always it too was excellent. I picked mine 4.25 last week and not shot it but my son has had his for about six months and no issues!

[@smithn.wesson495]

This may be one of the best reviews on the New Python - very well done!!

[@michaelbellar3022]

Smith N. Wesson I agree. Especially the full release of the trigger

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@smithn.wesson495]

Hammer Striker Your welcome!

[@TerrySprey]

I bought the 4.25 model this is a fantastic gun and even with mag loads it’s a soft shooter couldn’t be happier.

[@mauricenunez73]

Excellent review! I just picked up the 4.25” for $2k+fees. No regrets and everything you said just reinforced my decision. My only qualm was the factory grip. Easy fix though, for $65 on eBay, I replaced it with an Altamont Rosewood with slight finger grooves. Changing that grip made the gun look and feel the way it should for the MSRP from factory.

[@Ligmanuttz]

Jeez 2k for a python with factory grip sorry to say but you got scammed buddy I got mine for 1600 with the beautiful wood grips

[@campoayala9885]

It a beautiful fine shooting gun. I bought the 4.25” because this is not a “range toy” I actually plan to carry mine. The 4 inch shoots great. Smooth .357 shooter. Hardly any recoil. Even with the shorter barrel. If you plan to shoot at paper the 6 inch is great, if your like me and plan to take yours into the bush as a back up gun, definitely go with the 4.25 inch with a Diamond D’s custom holster….

[@iCANT_BELIEVE_YOU_SAID_THAT]

Your reviews never disappoint. The .38 spl looks very pleasant to shoot.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. Even the .357 is very manageable, but .38 is almost no recoil at all.

[@DixieWhiskey]

I bought one of these a few weeks ago from the local shop. I lucked out because it was gonna be packed up that same day to be sent to the upcoming gun show. I went in the following week and one of the other customers was like "You're the lucky guy, huh?"

[@Zona-dw9rp]

Glad you were able to get one.

[@nuttbushlavanda]

Call Colt. They will fix the chatter on the barrel if you want. They have had some growing pains and have had some issues with the early Pythons, but have fixed the problems. Thanks.

[@townsendken]

Rural King in Hartland Mi put them for sale at $1,999.00. They go quick! I was able to order one at that price of $1,999.00 plus tax. A couple hours later they were out of stock again. Can't wait for it to come in. Mine is the 4.25 in barrel!!!

[@beargunn7820]

@Hammer Striker Thanks for a really good video on the Colt 2020 Python. I see you posted this early-on after its release to the buying public, in January 2020. To my perception from online commentary in general, lots of folks were able to obtain one months ago for MSRP or below. I find that most interesting. Because many others I've seen lately have yet to even see one in-person. I live on the west central coast of FLA across the bay from Tampa, and I hadn't seen one in the flesh (steel) until about late September and the going price was about $2449. And at that, they would only sporadically come in, in onesies and twosies. And those would fly off the shelf before you could say "May I see that gun, please?". Then the price eventually dropped down to $2249, $200 less than before. In the meantime, I saw an offering from (what I perceived to be) a fairly large online Indiana-based gun seller "Only One In Stock" 2020 4" Python for $1999 on Black Friday. Wow! Okay! My missus was sweet enough to say go'fer it, so I did. I eventually got a ship notice that it was coming via USPS and was being delivered Priority to my LGS by a specific date. The day came and went, and then some, and THEN SOME... I had a Postal Supervisor look into it, and even though they earlier showed it in the Ft. Wayne Post Office, she was able to determine it NEVER WAS in the Postal System - period. So after the better part of a month had passed since ordering it, I opened a dispute with my credit card issuer, who concurred that I was being flim-flammed by the online seller. I soon phoned my LGS who had one 6-incher left in-stock that I could have for $1849 and had them hold it for me till I could ride on over to the shop. Bought it on the spot. Well... 36 hours after opening the credit card dispute, I suddenly get a USPS tracking update email saying it arrived in the Indianapolis Post Office. Inside of 5 days (weekend included) the 4" Python I ordered was delivered to my LGS. I went and got that right away, too. So now, I'm blessed enough to have both a 4" and a 6" 2020 Python. I'm kinda suspicious that credit card dispute notification lit a fire under the seller's @$$. I gotta tell you, I'd previously owned 6 older Pythons ranging from 1968 to a 2003 Python Elite and others in-between, and loved them all pretty much, but was always all-too-eager to make trades for what caught my fancy at the time... (stupid!!). Anyway, with that much prior Python history, I honestly like this new breed of Python even better, just like you evidently do. The new CNC-machining on newer Colts shows to be really good stuff. The lockwork action is definitely better IMHO and the finish on the stainless is quite handsome, as are the nicely-shaped and beautiful walnut laminate grips. I know the blued steel & walnut traditionalist old-schoolers are gonna throw eggs at me for that, but I'm an old-timer, too, at 65. I used to be a staunch member of that crowd, but have since broadened my horizons and feel I'm better off for appreciating quality guns of various ilks. This new Python appeals more to me than its long line (65 years!) of iconic predecessors. I wouldn't turn down an original if someone was kind enough to give it to me, but I have to say here I'm feeling very blessed and fortunate to own 2 2020 models in the 2 offered barrel lengths. Very fortunate, indeed. My heart sincerely goes out to those who are still diligently looking to find one and haven't yet. Firearms distribution, to my observation, sometimes seems to be a fickle and unpredictable beast. I've long ago worked part-time for 3 different FFL's and still can't understand that anomaly. Sorry for the long-winded dissertation, but I figured you just might find my overall observations and concurrences with you to be interesting. Once again, thanks for a really good Python video. I really appreciate it. Merry Christmas! :-)

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. I am glad you were successful in scoring both. Most likely the fact that any firearm lost in transit, especially in sketchy circumstances will bring in the ATF is what motivated the seller to solve the problem.

[@beargunn7820]

@@HammerStriker Yes indeed sir, I'm quite sure you are right about that. Thanks!

[@damienwilliams6004]

Way too long to read. Assume your good on the python?

[@quinnjim]

As far as the length goes...I'm torn. I think the 4.25" looks more balanced. The older Pythons seem to be much more valuable in the shorter versions too. 6" does look nice though. I'm waiting to hear how Colt deals with some of the reliability issues before I "pull the trigger" on one.

[@HammerStriker]

I went 6" mainly for that "Hog's Leg Revolver" look.

6" Pythons are more valuable.

[@palerider964]

@@HammerStriker I went 6 inch for the intimidation factor (and the cool factor). Besides, Hutch carried one on S&H!! 👍

[@helsindemisquisfolson1461]

Done pulled the trigger on 4.25" hope its good. Cant wait to try it

[@damienwilliams6004]

4.25" looks so much better

[@bustabass9025]

Good job! I have both new editions of the Python and Anaconda. They are absolutely beautiful and worth the investment!

[@ronbrown6388]

I have the 6in, 4.25 in and 3in all three are amazing shooters.

[@happyrunchannel6331]

What a beautiful revolver! the price of this gun was higher than 6,400 us dollars(200,000thai baht) in some gun shops in Bangkok,Thailand according to its high demand.

[@lancedunaway3802]

Thank you. Very good review. Appreciate honest opinions.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@3chim7noi4lenden]

Thanks for the review. You are lucky that you got it for a little less than MSRP. I saw one at a local gun store today (1 year later) and the price hasn't gone down. It is going for $1,999.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. What I tend to find is you have a few days to a week after release to get things at a reasonable price before they go nuts for a while. Due to the fun of 2020, prices just never came back down.

[@3chim7noi4lenden]

@@HammerStriker Agreed. I heard that the Cold Anaconda is coming out this April and some dealers are asking $1000 above MSRP. Not sure when is a good time to get that one.

[@HammerStriker]

That particular snake is on my radar, I will be monitoring and prepared to strike the moment I see one at a price I am willing to pay.

[@townsendken]

Just ordered one today from Rural King in Hartland Mi. I paid the asking price of $1,999.00 plus tax. Can't wait for it to come in!

[@3chim7noi4lenden]

Congrats! I haven't shot mine yet. I do like everything about it so far (quality, smooth trigger and operation). Now I am interested in getting Manurhin MR 73. I hope it will be on the roster for CA soon.

[@donaldmyck4296]

I have two new ones. A 3 inch and a 6 inch. I'll take either one of those over a $5000 Korth. The only thing is the finish. It smudges if you look at it wrong.

[@RolandsDad]

Fresh from the range today with my own and I can say a handful of things about the 2020 Python. Like anyone with a lust for the old ones, I was watching as the newest one hit the market. I got mine just after they began fixing issues with the crane for a non-gouged amount while they were still scalping left and right. I had half a mind to flip mine once I got it just to make a profit, honestly. Mine came with a small variety of imperfections, not the least of which that boggles my mind is the slot for the grip screw being off center. On one side my little Colt medallion protrudes and isn't a mirror facing of the other. I have the crown chatter they're becoming known for. That all said, it's worked like a charm. I've noted some tolerance relief after putting no less that 100 rounds of .357 through mine, however and it has obtained a slight rattle. I've done a lockup test and it's silent, which is good, but if it persists I'll have to contact Colt which is not high on my priority list. Hand fitting really does make a difference as it lets someone catch the small errors. People used to just letting a machine do the work and check boxes aren't going to look remotely as close, and we've seen this with the immediate release fiasco of this very revolver. All things that would not have happened if hands and eyes were on more steps.

[@RichardDCook]

The 4" is a classic profile too, carried by Chief Jim Hopper on Season 2 of Stranger Things. (Stainless steel, walnut grips.)

[@lt_briggzi8694]

Rick Grimes from The Walking Dead has a 8 inch Colt Python

[@xxifirestormxx56]

@@lt_briggzi8694 6” I did the research

[@RichardDCook]

@@lt_briggzi8694 You might want to check out the Internet Movie Firearms Database, it's a very useful reference for firearms used in films and TV.

[@farwalker3672]

A beautiful revolver. I especially like the walnut grips. I’m sure it will be a big success. That said I I have heard several reports about light strikes and the failure of the cylinder to turn. Love your reviews they’re always complete and well done. Have a great day.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. Have a great day yourself!

[@budredden818]

I just purchased this in a 4 inch i like the looks of it over the Six

[@dougmoore5252]

Excellent point about the front of the gun!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@williamknabe2548]

I sent mine back..it now works great .looking to buy a 6” price gonna go up

[@Superposed1963]

Thank you for one of the best reviews on the 2020 Colt Python to date. Also, even though there have been a couple of documented issues with the new Python, thanks for taking the "high road" keeping your review "first class." Mistakes happen, especially with production guns. There's no need to drag Colt thru the mud. They've been around a long time, make great guns, and I'm confident they will take care of the issues. Even though you have fired the Python, I notice no black powder burn rings on the front of the cylinder. Will you share with us how you are able to clean the powders rings to keep it looking new? Thanks!!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. I use solvent and a brass brush. You have to be careful to keep the brush clean so it won't scratch but it keeps it looking nice.

[@xCaPz]

Hammer Striker How do you clean a brass brush after using it? I can’t find the answer anywhere online for some reason.

@@xCaPz - rinse the brass brush with Gun Scrubber.

[@palerider964]

Birchwood/Casey makes an impregnated cloth that takes the burn marks away. It does take alittle "elbow grease." You can find it online or probably at your local gun store.

[@jamesweir2943]

finest shooting revolver alive today. i own two of them-1976 models

[@DrAgan_tortojed]

You didn't get the clue: it's just the NAME that remained the same - this (non-revolving blooper) revolver is a different than those that you own.

[@jamesweir2943]

@@DrAgan_tortojed are you really that dumb?

@@jamesweir2943 - Yeah, he is. Colt is going to seriously eat into the Ruger (investment cast frames) and S&W (sleeved barrels that don't align) sales so they have dozens of paid trolls on KZbin badmouthing the new Python.

[@nealfry7196]

“ Wanna Go Steady Hayden Panettiere? “ With all my Titium and Fiber Sights, Neal is a Champion for “ Time And All Eternity. “

[@zantimisfits4021]

Nice closeups! One thing I noticed was the added fluting on the rear of the cylinder. I suppose this is a feature to increase the efficiency for the cylinder latch and to decrease drag on the cylinder as it rotates? I’ve not seen this on any other revolver.

[@smithn.wesson495]

Very good question and even better observation. Yes, the added fluting is to both increase the efficiency of the latch and to eliminate the drag lines on the cylinder. I am surprised more companies do not use this design, so you don't have that "ring" of a drag line all the way around the cylinder. Plus, it looks kind of cool!

[@jerryw6699]

I don't like the appearance of that fluting, but I suppose it is a bit functional.

[@davidjswick108]

On the colt guns when shooting fast you have to let the trigger reset. Before you pull the trigger back again do that and I think you will find there is nothing wrong with your gun.

[@TG-to3dv]

Yeah, I’d pay $1250 this second, I can wait, I’d sure like to have one.

[@Flyrod10]

They're not walnut grips, it is laminated birch impregnated with resin and a walnut brown dye

[@historicus146]

For that price you don't get walnut?

[@kesselster]

True. However, laminated wood is better suited to hard use. I speak from experience: I use laminated woods.

[@notubenick]

Cheaters?

[@burmiester1]

My god if Ruger can provide genuine walnut grips for their $600 Redhawk surely Colt can provide genuine walnut for their $1,500 Python. TRASH COMPANY.

[@shooterqqqq]

Bullshit.

[@billbaker3565]

Sounds like a great gun but that barrel never should have made it past quality control. Personally I would contact Colt and ask that the barrel be replaced.

[@kykirker]

Bill Baker I don’t think Colt has quality control anymore

[@snowlothar45]

@@kykirker Or customer service.

@@kykirker - paid Ruger troll?

@@snowlothar45 - paid Ruger troll or just sit to pee?

[@ClearWater7.62]

Whats wrong with the barrel?

[@gearbarrel6237]

I’ve had no desire for a revolver for a long time...until today. This thing is lustworthy !!

[@HammerStriker]

This one has been so far.

[@paulmoss7940]

Don't do it. If you wait,they might get the bugs out of this dog.

[@Cheaps928]

@@paulmoss7940 will the defects be fixed within the next 5-6months?

[@paulmoss7940]

@@Cheaps928 Sir, they have already addressed what they could. They are not the same as an old model . The man. date is on the end of the box if you do get ready to purchase , I would get the latest date. They are still in the $1800 range . I have lost interest due to much better choices available . Good luck bud.

[@Cheaps928]

@@paulmoss7940 thanks. i think ive changed my mind then, a smithnWesson 586 it is. im bummed the new colts are not reliable as they were, its the most beautiful revolver ive ever seen.

[@dustinspry1507]

My dad still has the original Colt Python

[@williamray3101]

I just got a 4".they also make a 3".😊

[@ezrabrooks12]

GOOD VIDEO!!!!! I Will be getting mine when the prices settle down!!!!!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. Hopefully that won't take too long.

[@carlosmondragon6639]

Looking to buy one how r the sales now

[@Cheaps928]

did you get one? if so, from where and how much?

[@Mr.357Mag]

Great review. Wishful thinking, they’ll never settle in the $1250ish range.. Maybe used.

[@floridahighwaypatrol7713]

This man is using snap caps when dry firing that Python, and I think it’s awesome. Very rare to see somebody do that.

[@Zona-dw9rp]

I agree.

[@carllange3950]

From the side profile of the hammer, it appears that the original Python’s hammer block safety has been replaced with a transfer bar safety, like on the Anaconda. Not really a good or bad thing, just a more modern system, since most firing pins are now frame mounted. (It took some goading to get Hickok45 to correct his terminology.) Since I already have a 6 inch Python, I am torn about getting a new one in 4.25 or 6 inch. I will probably get the 4.25 inch one first, since I regretted not getting an original one in 4 inch. I had an 8 inch Python, but it never looked quite right. So, I sold it around the year 2000. In hindsight, hanging on to it would have worked out well financially. Update: It is definitely a transfer bar safety. Found it mentioned in a video where they showed a display Python with a transparent side plate.

[@IhateYoutube]

Do you have a link to the video showing the transparent side plate and was it of the new Python? Thanks in advance.

[@carllange3950]

Brett DiMichele Studios In a Brownells video kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKWZc6dsl95podE . Not a lot of detail to see when they show the display gun. I look forward to somebody doing a detailed side-by-side video of the internal actions.

[@Broken_Arrow58]

Looking forward to your comparison of this with the original. Curious how these will affect the market for them.

[@doranmaxwell1755]

I have an original 1970 Python 6" in blue. it is... well.. worth the money.. no matter what you pay.

I have a '79 in a beautiful Royal Blue. Very limited use. It has appraised at $3,500. I'm getting a new Python to shoot to save wear & tear on my old Python. No point in wearing out a collectible!!

[@prebaned]

Good review, muzzle crowns were damaged during polishing, not tool chatter. Colt figured out quickly that holding the revolver in a barrel jig during final polishing isn't they way to properly preserve the crown. Going forward they are not holding the revolvers by the barrel during polishing. That trigger is nice, but it has nothing on a standard production Smith. Send it back to Colt to get the muzzle recrowned and use the yoke to close the cylinder going foward.

Bullshit, my Python trigger is definitely smoother than my Model 19 and Model 29.

[@hobbz4921]

Colt's channel says that it is indeed dry fire safe.

[@mhlaw229]

Very nice. Thanks again

[@jimdent351]

The inner workings are much different too!

[@coady-wp3xf]

Filme your self testing the weight for trigger on cam. Then slow it right down so you can see the screen of tester and the hammer at the same time. Pause it when you see the hammer fall. Might have to go through the frames to fine tune it. Might help with the test. All in all great talk up. Looks cool as hell.

[@davidjones8484]

Try using a 40 cal/10mm bore brush in the cylinders.

[@snowlothar45]

That crown looks like a dream compared to mine. Bought at a deep discount knowing it would go back tot he factory, but a month later after returning it seems to have been lost - no response from Colt.

[@boostimalaka1]

The original Python was very well built and can shoot thousands of .357 Magnum without the problem of a stretched frame or cracked forcing cone. The action and hand fitting and polishing was what made the Colt Python so popular with competitive shooters and had served for decades in Law Enforcement. The new Python is a different revolver. The reason why the new Colt Python has a heavier single action pull is because of drop safety testing. Hopefully the problems are worked out, a few reports are confirmed now by people at Shot Show have experienced them. Most are quiet about not talking about the cylinder not rotating. It’s sad the quality control would allow a Python slip with the flaws in the finish when the Colt reps are saying this will be held to the high standards.

[@boostimalaka1]

Logan Waltz Only 1000?

[@44smithnut]

@John Deere X758 most LE don't shoot much. Matter of fact most I know only need to qualify once a year. Matter of fact my uncle was a local LE here in town, during his 42 year career he didn't put a 1000 rounds through his duty weapon. You must have been on a shooting team, or you where on the south side of Chicago.

@@44smithnut - LOL ... pure horseshit. Most departments require qualification wayyy more than once a year ... you live in Hooterville??? Paved roads???

[@harryedmunds6652]

I have a Ruger Security-Six 357 Mag. S/S 4.5 barrel that shoots just fine. Paid a little over $350.00 back in 1972. I wouldn't trade it for anything.

[@traeucity6087]

I hope you don't start having issues with yours. I really want one, but the reports of problems are disconcerting. I wish Colt would make a public statement, acknowledging the problem(s), and telling folks what they plan to do to rectify them.

[@mountainhobo]

I am betting that most owners of Pythons will never fire them, just look at them admiringly, so there is no pressure on Colt to do that.

[@stever8776]

@@mountainhobo That's what scares me. There might be a lot of lemons out there that no one knows about because collectors might be buying them for low serial numbers. So we have safe queens that once they hit the market the new owner will have to deal with Colt. The Warranties are usually for the Original Owner only!! I'm waiting to see what happens. Also final inspections should have caught the messed up bore!

LOL ... you people talk like little girls!

[@DeltaH-9]

Colt has made a video addressing the issues and have stated they fix all the issues at no cost to owners. All one has to do is call, explain the issues and get a free shipping label sent to them, send it back to colt to be fixed.

[@gregingemunson5127]

I bought the 4.25 python a month ago. Been shooting it with NO issues. Love it!

[@bosse641]

So cool.

[@IrishGrad51]

Great review

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@johnf4927]

My fiance just got one today. It's a beautiful firearm

[@johndabrowski5992]

I agree. One of the best reviews on the new python. Are the grips solid walnut?

[@ostiariusalpha]

Laminated. Looks real nice though.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. I don't have a definitive answer and plan to call Colt to find out for sure. Colt simply says "Walnut grips", many forums indicate that they are laminated. If that is true then they have done a very good job as even the grain follows around curves exactly like it should. I will update once I have an authoritative answer.

[@bubbajones5905]

@@HammerStriker Laminate. Obvious .

[@shooterqqqq]

Solid walnut despite what the internet experts who have never seen one said.

[@xCaPz]

Not sure if you have a 686 but I’d love to see a comparison video if you do

[@HammerStriker]

Unfortunately I don't, but if the opportunity presents itself I would definitely do that comparison.

[@isleofgreg]

I'd love to buy one, but I want the blued version, which won't be available until who knows when

[@chrislaswell5572]

Never. I talked to their CS dept today.

[@isleofgreg]

@@chrislaswell5572 They also said they would "never" make this gun again, so I'm not sure how seriously to take the "never a blue version" thing. Certainly it's not impossible for them to do Royal Blue again. It's not like it's ancient alien technology lol

@@isleofgreg - The new Python is specifically engineered to be manufactured from stainless steel. There's not going to be a carbon steel version.

[@kmcd1000]

For 1500 that colt should be perfect. Another thing you need to consider, what do the lands and groves look like do they have the same tooling marks?

He put a bore light down the barrel ... did you not see the video???

[@robertmurdock9750]

I noticed it doesn't have a cylinder stop, so there must be changes in the cylinder pin to keep the cylinder from falling down past the cylinder window when opened. Maybe something like Ruger double actions. At least I think the old pythons had cylinder stops the best I can remember.

[@nt6351]

Yes, the Yankee Marshal did a video showing the internals. You're right about there being some noticeable changes.

[@Berkner80]

I see a new one 4.25 barrel for $1350, I may get it but not sure why I need the 6 inch.

[@connormarek1028]

great video. i really want a new python.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@ChargerusPrime]

I found one for $1,725.00 I wanna try to talk him down to like a grand. It's brand new though. I'd want to actually carry this gun, to use the gun for it's intended purpose, for self defense or as a sidearm while hunting. Not sure what the best barrel length would be for this.

[@Cheaps928]

regular 6inch

[@waltsmith6515]

None for u at that price

[@ChargerusPrime]

@@waltsmith6515 what do you mean?

[@waltsmith6515]

@@ChargerusPrime sorry,I don't think u can get him to take 725 dollars off of that gun,more power to u if u can,& if so I want name of gun shop where I can get a 1500 dollar gun for 1000 dollars

[@ChargerusPrime]

@@waltsmith6515 it was an individual selling it and it sold before I could get to it.

[@jakelogan7542]

I have an original Python and the trigger looks physically different on this new version.

[@burmiester1]

Rollmark and the hammer are different too. No cylinder stop either and don't even get me started on the internals.

@@burmiester1 - paid Ruger troll?

[@burmiester1]

@ I wish, seems Colt is doing a fine job at advertising the competition with their awful new wheel guns. Certainly not what they used to be

[@ttomtkh]

its beautiful

[@mrchow489]

Looks like he you got good one out of the batch

[@HammerStriker]

So far this one has performed perfectly.

[@shanemorrison7867]

I've had my one since mid July, mid 7k serial No., so I think it might be a post recall gun, no physical imperfections and to date have run over 1k .38 special and approx. 300 rounds of .357 mag through without any problems, really nice shooter

[@dgilly6704]

Good video sir. What's that barcode looking mark on the opposite side of the cylinder release ?

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. It is similar to a QR code, I believe it encodes the Serial Number and would be used by armories or others that have a large number of firearms to identify them with automated systems.

[@Z3AL316]

It’s been 4 years since this released and I’m looking to get one but iv heard it has many problems, have they been fixed or are they even true? This is my dream gun and I can’t afford an original, so a 2020 model is my only option

[@americansoldier7776]

According to Colt, it is safe to dry fire.

[@VULTBY]

This better make a return in Black Ops: Cold War!

[@Zona-dw9rp]

Well done. Subscribed.

[@waltsmith6515]

Great video, nice job

[@bripro68]

There’s only one defect but unfortunately it’s in the worst place possible.

[@dbelex]

No there's 2, the crown and the fool that bought it.

[@damienwilliams6004]

QR code

[@bripro68]

@@damienwilliams6004 lol.

[@ralpholivieri9650]

My next gun!

[@MStryker40]

Is it double or single action?

[@robertw9677]

Have you thought about getting a trigger job to get double action lighter

[@legionmartin]

That bad crown is a no go. Too much money to spend to get a defect like that. That crown will really hurt the guns value. Colt needs to address Quality Control asap.

[@tlk0216]

they dont have qc, they dont even make guns, the only assemble them! I have been to the so called factory

[@40belowful]

all older colts said right in Manuel. yes dry fire it:)

[@williamhighfield5310]

Damn, I can't find one anywhere? Where in Florida are you? (Orlando area, here)

[@robertw9677]

Love to see compared to originals

[@HammerStriker]

I have a friend with an original, once the world is back to normal I am going to ask to borrow it for a comparison.

[@stormshot119]

Hmmm a Colt Python or an Arsenal AK? I can't decide

[@michaelmetler6315]

Both X2 😍

[@alphaone101]

Buy the AK and if Colt survives this and get's their act together in a couple of years, then buy a Python that actually works!

[@lionelwhiskerknot]

Just surprised that Colt didn't QA the hell out of this thing considering how everyone was awaiting the return of they Python. They also knew it had to be perfect or there would be a lot of backlash. Missed opportunity but I'm sure Ruger and Smith and Wesson are happy. Maybe we will get lucky and they will get all the bugs out or even release a bug free Grizzly. No excuse for Colt since the weapon should of been Flawless for the price they were asking.

I agree. Nowadays companies focus on Failure Analysis in the manufacturing process rather than Quality Control of the finished product ... the theory is that if the manufacturing process is perfect then the product is perfect. This FA/QC trade-off came from the semi-conductor industry and works well for commodity goods like chips, not so well for precision machines like firearms.

[@bobanderson6870]

How do you know that isn't post quality control LOL Maybe the damaged crown is about as good as it can get

[@elduderinoakahisdudeness]

Which is better 4.25" or 6"?

[@tp8706]

hii guys, how much would a 1972 or 1974 brand new never shot 357 Python revolver go for ?

[@HammerStriker]

Best way to answer that is to search the auction sites like gunbroker and see what they are selling for. Auctions with a lot of bids give you the best information.

[@tp8706]

@@HammerStriker sweet I’ll check it out! Thanks! When you said $1400 your were talking about the 2020 version, right?

[@HammerStriker]

I have seen the originals going for much more than the 2020 so you should have good luck with it.

[@tp8706]

@@HammerStriker sweet thank you and god bless!!

[@stevesmith6990]

My 1st gun had a mark on the barrel like that. but I paid 50 bucks for it. Soooo.

[@michaelmetler6315]

I hope they make a snake gun in 10mm And name it SEA Serpent S. Stainless E. Elite A. Auto In 4 and 6 inch barrel lengths That would be great

[@chrissourp6807]

I love me some 10mm !!!

[@thegunnut221]

Good review but with all the problems I'm hearing about I won't part with all that money ($3200 here in Australia). My GP100 and 686 never let me down so no need to take the risk on the new Python.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. I believe any issues that may exist (like the crowns) will get worked out and the noise will settle down, then it may be worth you having another look at it.

[@damienwilliams6004]

Early 20's models. Superior now

[@A-Z__124]

I thought Australia confiscated all the guns. Can you tell me what is the truth?

[@thegunnut221]

@@A-Z__124 no , only semi auto rifles and pump action shotguns were banned in 1996. Handguns allowed with cat H Lic .

[@Cheaps928]

@@damienwilliams6004 early 20s? huh?

[@robertw9677]

Anyone know if ok to buy in California I have the 44 Cal so want the 367

[@googlesucks2296]

Yes, I’ve seen many online dealers saying that the Colt Pythons are no California-legal and can now ship them to California

[@googlesucks2296]

*now California-legal Sorry for the typo

[@damienwilliams6004]

Commie California

[@alphaone101]

I especially like the $2.00 plywood grips that look just like the forearm and butt stock on my $249.00 WASR AK. What do you expect for $1,500.00. All the parts Colt took out of the trigger mechanism ; maybe they should have left them in so the new one works all the time.

[@shooterqqqq]

The grips are walnut. Apparently you have never seen one of the new 2020 Pythons.

[@bubbajones5905]

@@shooterqqqq I've had one in my hands. They're plywood.

[@robbieh1899]

Glad I've got my old 8"....

[@gnpahdc]

Well done. Yours is 2843? Question - does anyone know how many went out the door before they changed their process and stopped sending damaged crowns to market? I haven't seen that number given anywhere yet, if it is known.

[@notubenick]

Looks great, but....thanks but no thanks. Problems reported by many. How much it costs???

[@seansimmons73]

Unless Colt does some serious rebounding, I think I'll just save up for a Dan Wesson 715

Great! That's one less customer in front of me!!!

[@tlk0216]

nice scratch. on left side