Colt Python serial number stampings question
I have this Python listed for sale. It is a consignment revolver and we are selling it for a local person. I have received some questions about the serial number stampings inside the yoke, on the frame and crane. It appears that there is a ghost image serial number underneath the very clearly stamped numbers. Is this something that Colt would do if the revolver was sent back for repair to the crane?
Here is a link:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=276862843
Here is a link:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=276862843
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I'm no expert, but I would say no. I think the number die stamp jumped a little or the frame moved when hit to cause the second light stamp. I don't know if this is a manual or machine operation in the factory. I know from experience when I stamp in metal, if the item being stamped is not absolutely secure you can get a second light strike from the recoil. 0 -
The V54 number is of the correct design and size for Colts serial numbers. I agree with mrs, the other number might be an accidental double strike or an assembly number used when the gun was made. 0 -
if it is still for sale i'll give you $750.00 (and that is stretching it) for it in it's present condition which i see it as a 60% IF that high !!
personally i have paid less for Pythons in better condition that one.0 -
quote:Originally posted by USN_Airdale
if it is still for sale i'll give you $750.00 (and that is stretching it) for it in it's present condition which i see it as a 60% IF that high !!
personally i have paid less for Pythons in better condition that one.
Thank you for that very generous offer but as you know, all offers to buy and sell should be made thru the auction side, not here. If you honestly believe that the revolver has 60% of the finish left, then I can understand your low ball offer. Maybe you need to get new glasses as percent of finish would rate about 95%[;)] But thank you again for very knowledgeable contribution to my thread![xx(]0 -
quote:Originally posted by USN_Airdale
if it is still for sale i'll give you $750.00 (and that is stretching it) for it in it's present condition which i see it as a 60% IF that high !!
personally i have paid less for Pythons in better condition that one.
Offers to buy are strictly prohibited in the Forums. You should be well aware of that by now.0 -
Nice snake.
Pic #9 looks bad.
You may want to wipe off the fuzz and hair.then re post pic.0
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