I think Colt is bringing back the Python
Copied from Colt's Facebook page:
"Linear Leaf Spring - The other major addition to this latest iteration of the Cobra is Colt?s Linear Leaf Spring, 2nd Generation (LL2? ) trigger system. The leaf spring is located in the grip and, compared to compression spring trigger systems, the leaf spring provides a smooth, non-stacking, double-action break. Colt?s research and design team worked hard to eliminate the need for hand fitting. Earlier Colt double actions had triggers of varying weight and feel, depending upon the tastes of the individual assembler at the Connecticut factory, but the Cobra?s brand-new leaf spring design will help keep trigger pull consistent from one gun to the next."
Most people have stated that Colt could never bring back the Python because of the extensive hand fitting requirements. Colt *claims* to beaten the problem with technology. Now, is this actually true? I don't know....but I do know that:
1) Colt didn't start production of a .38 snubbie for its own sake.
2) Colt knows there is a pile of money to be made on anything carrying the "Python" name.
I'll be surprised if a new Python isn't announced at the next SHOT show...
"Linear Leaf Spring - The other major addition to this latest iteration of the Cobra is Colt?s Linear Leaf Spring, 2nd Generation (LL2? ) trigger system. The leaf spring is located in the grip and, compared to compression spring trigger systems, the leaf spring provides a smooth, non-stacking, double-action break. Colt?s research and design team worked hard to eliminate the need for hand fitting. Earlier Colt double actions had triggers of varying weight and feel, depending upon the tastes of the individual assembler at the Connecticut factory, but the Cobra?s brand-new leaf spring design will help keep trigger pull consistent from one gun to the next."
Most people have stated that Colt could never bring back the Python because of the extensive hand fitting requirements. Colt *claims* to beaten the problem with technology. Now, is this actually true? I don't know....but I do know that:
1) Colt didn't start production of a .38 snubbie for its own sake.
2) Colt knows there is a pile of money to be made on anything carrying the "Python" name.
I'll be surprised if a new Python isn't announced at the next SHOT show...
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Very interesting. I don't think they can ever produce the quality of the originals without doing the way they did then. Mass production has proved this so many times.
Now what about price? No,not the new ones,but of the originals. What will happen to the going price of the now 3-4k originals? Will they go for double,or loose value? I think they continue to be in demand and the cost will continue to go up.
Got to get me a nice original.0 -
They will be 10K if they do.
And made by Ubertti[8]0 -
quote:Originally posted by montanajoe
Very interesting. I don't think they can ever produce the quality of the originals without doing the way they did then. Mass production has proved this so many times.
Now what about price? No,not the new ones,but of the originals. What will happen to the going price of the now 3-4k originals? Will they go for double,or loose value? I think they continue to be in demand and the cost will continue to go up.
Got to get me a nice original.
I think the prices for the originals will remain high, but not at the stupid high levels we currently see. Theres no reason a Colt Trooper can be had for $700 but Pythons start at three times that.
If I had to guess, Colt will price Pythons high, but not ridiculous. If the Cobras are marked at $600, I can't imagine more than $1,200 for a Python.0 -
I believe 5 or 6 years ago when my Dad died he was certain the announcement was imminent. 0 -
I really cannot imagine being interested in a "new" Python. Kind of like the re-make of Hitchcock's Psycho, it is not going to get better. 0 -
Oh my God!! Second gen pythons?? Oh my God!! Will they have the little horsey on the side?? Oh my God!! Sorry I couldn?t resist. [:)] Never been a Colt revolver fan. 0 -
Never underestimate the quality and precision of CNC technology. 0 -
And what can one of those do that my $700 686 can?t do? 0 -
What it will do is drive down the $2500 price tag on original's 0 -
quote:Originally posted by Big Sky Redneck
And what can one of those do that my $700 686 can?t do?
Be blued and cost more0 -
quote:Originally posted by Big Sky Redneck
And what can one of those do that my $700 686 can?t do?
I would take a Freedem Arms over any Python0 -
What it will do is drive down the $2500 price tag on original's 0 -
quote:Originally posted by sharpshooter039
What it will do is drive down the $2500 price tag on original's
Yeah, just like the 2nd and 3rd Generation Single Action Armies brought down prices of the originals. [;)]0 -
Once the new Pythons hit the market, I think people will put even higher values on the old models. The auction side will be flooded with silly listings titled "Rare Hand-Fitted First Gen Python", etc, and anything NIB will start at around 25%-50% over what they are priced at now.
Personally, I don't care how high they go. I won't own a firearm I'm scared to use just because it might be worth less and less the more I use it.0 -
quote:Originally posted by Idahobound
quote:Originally posted by Big Sky Redneck
And what can one of those do that my $700 686 can?t do?
I would take a Freedem Arms over any Python
Got any deals running on BFRs?0 -
I think a good historic example is the Colt Mustang.
Several years ago, I badly wanted one. I kept an eye on the auction side, and decent ones were selling anywhere from $800 to $1000.
Keep in mind that SIG was producing their Mustang clone at the same time...and the price was almost half of what the pony guns were going for.
Also keep in mind that the Mustang was produced during what was almost undoubtedly Colts lowest years in terms of quality.
And still....people would pay much more for a USED Colt than a brand new SIG with all the bells and whistles.
But then Colt upset the apple cart by re-releasing the Mustang several years ago....and the market on the older copies collapsed.
Will the same thing happen with the new Python? I don't think so....but the price would have some downward pressure for a change.0 -
quote:Originally posted by 35 Whelen
Once the new Pythons hit the market, I think people will put even higher values on the old models. The auction side will be flooded with silly listings titled "Rare Hand-Fitted First Gen Python", etc, and anything NIB will start at around 25%-50% over what they are priced at now.
Personally, I don't care how high they go. I won't own a firearm I'm scared to use just because it might be worth less and less the more I use it.
I don?t collect and don?t buy things worrying about value. If I buy a Python it?s getting shot, stuffed in a holster and tossed under the seat of the pickup just like my Dan Wesson .22!
I bought that new unfired Eqyptian Maadi, was told that shooting it would kill the value. That fun so far has had about 500 rounds through it and is currently laying in my pickup in the garage cocked, locked and ready to rock and the wife will use it if the coyotes come back. I buy guns to shoot, I am a collectors worse nightmare because I don?t care about collector value. If I hit the Powerball I am purposely going to ruin the value on as many collector guns as I can get my hands on [:D]0 -
Amen BSR!! I don't have a single gun that I've purchased that I won't shoot. (I was given a few that are unfired, but those will remain unfired and sold off to someone else to take up space in their safe at some point.)[:D]
Stay safe!0 -
quote:Originally posted by Big Sky Redneck
quote:Originally posted by 35 Whelen
Once the new Pythons hit the market, I think people will put even higher values on the old models. The auction side will be flooded with silly listings titled "Rare Hand-Fitted First Gen Python", etc, and anything NIB will start at around 25%-50% over what they are priced at now.
Personally, I don't care how high they go. I won't own a firearm I'm scared to use just because it might be worth less and less the more I use it.
I don?t collect and don?t buy things worrying about value. If I buy a Python it?s getting shot, stuffed in a holster and tossed under the seat of the pickup just like my Dan Wesson .22!
I bought that new unfired Eqyptian Maadi, was told that shooting it would kill the value. That fun so far has had about 500 rounds through it and is currently laying in my pickup in the garage cocked, locked and ready to rock and the wife will use it if the coyotes come back. I buy guns to shoot, I am a collectors worse nightmare because I don?t care about collector value. If I hit the Powerball I am purposely going to ruin the value on as many collector guns as I can get my hands on [:D]
Amen to that.[^] I'm sure there are people out there that would die inside at the thought of how many rounds I've sent down range with my .45 Anaconda.[;)]0 -
quote:Originally posted by sharpshooter039
What it will do is drive down the $2500 price tag on original's
Only if the new is as good if not better.0 -
I've owned a few Colt revolvers, just bought the single action .22. They were nice pistols, accurate as most. I do wish I had the Officers model .22 back. But there are plenty of quality revolvers available for far fewer dollars. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by Big Sky Redneck
quote:Originally posted by 35 Whelen
Once the new Pythons hit the market, I think people will put even higher values on the old models. The auction side will be flooded with silly listings titled "Rare Hand-Fitted First Gen Python", etc, and anything NIB will start at around 25%-50% over what they are priced at now.
Personally, I don't care how high they go. I won't own a firearm I'm scared to use just because it might be worth less and less the more I use it.
I don?t collect and don?t buy things worrying about value. If I buy a Python it?s getting shot, stuffed in a holster and tossed under the seat of the pickup just like my Dan Wesson .22!
I bought that new unfired Eqyptian Maadi, was told that shooting it would kill the value. That fun so far has had about 500 rounds through it and is currently laying in my pickup in the garage cocked, locked and ready to rock and the wife will use it if the coyotes come back. I buy guns to shoot, I am a collectors worse nightmare because I don?t care about collector value. If I hit the Powerball I am purposely going to ruin the value on as many collector guns as I can get my hands on [:D]
Agree,+100. when I get a python,it will be shot.0 -
quote:Originally posted by Sam06
They will be 10K if they do.
And made by Ubertti[8]
[:D]0 -
I'll buy the Rick Grimes edition 0 -
S&W still makes almost all of their classic revolvers. Colt CAN do it too if they are smart they could make a Python and sell them for $1200 they?d sell every one they make. Will they have the original silky smooth action? Maybe but there?s plenty of people that just want a Python that doesn?t cost $5000 that they can take to the range. 0
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