[Mysnakegun]

This is my Python bought in 1981. Grips are Hogue Cocobolo found at a gun show. I could not get comfortable with the factory grips, so I put them back in the box for safe keeping. Here is how I wound up with the Python. I had bought a 6" Diamondback in 38 special but the cylinder release operated roughly. I returned it to the gun shop to see if their gunsmith could smooth it up. The so called gunsmith also decided on his own to file the forcing cone because he thought it was causing cylinder drag. He told me this when I went to pick it up. I'm glad I checked it then as the hack job was terrible too much gap that was also uneven. Afte speaking with the owner he let me trade the gun for this Python for a very little difference. View attachment 840112

Great looking grips...I have a pair of Camo Lamo Hogue grips with the cap as well, ready to strap on when I get my gun back from Heffron Precision hopefully soon. Btw, how do you like those grips?

 

[VMC]

Great looking grips...I have a pair of Camo Lamo Hogue grips with the cap as well, ready to strap on when I get my gun back from Heffron Precision hopefully soon. Btw, how do you like those grips?

These give me the best balance and control of any grips I have tried. I want to like the beautiful classic grips so much but always go back to these. Mostly because my little finger has a better grip at the bottom finger groove. I bought the Colt medallions from Numrich and installed them myself.

 

[Rsanborn]

Today I lightly modded a couple of my Pythons. The new 3” was purchased as a “blemish” from a seller on Gunbroker. I bought it to make a carry gun for playing around in the woods. Figured a “blemish” at a really good price would be a great fit. Found some new/old stock Colt Pachmeyers on ebay and finally got my Wilson sights delivered. The sights have the red fiber optic front and U-notch rear. It’ll ride in a nice DeSantis leather holster while out on the side by side or just messing around in the woods. The other is a Blue 2“ Python now sporting a set of stags bought off an eBay seller.

 

[.38SuperMan]

I owned a 6” blue model from the late 70’s and like a whore sold out when prices hit the roof. I always regretted it so when the new ones came out I had to buy all three.
As much as I liked my blue one I’m just as pleased if not more so with the new models. Absolutely no complaints with them.
(EDIT) I just looked at the photo of my 6” and it appears there’s a crack in the crane but it was just a hair and wiped off😮‍💨.

 

[schwantz]

Python Elite from 1997.

 

[what would you say]

45acp commander along side 2020 Python

 

[SnidelyWhiplash]

The Python Hunter I purchased last week...cleaned up. The foam in the case had disintegrated...all over the gun and accessories. It took some effort to clean the revolver up but it did clean up nicely. I obtained new, reproduction foam from an eBay vendor and it fits perfectly.

There was verdigris on the Colt/Leupold disc on the scope...cleaned up very well. There was foam debris sticking all over the rear sight which took some time to clean out. I didn't remove the side plate but the action works very smoothly and is clean inside the stocks. The aluminum cleaning rod still needs some work to get it looking new...if it ever will again but I'll keep working on it. There's still some verdigris on the brass cone stored on the cleaning rod...still needs some cleaning effort. The aluminum case itself cleaned up after getting foam debris out of it.

I don't plan on storing the revolver itself inside the case...don't want any further interaction between it and the foam. I'll store it wrapped in Brownell's Gun Wrap paper inside a gun rug...same with the cleaning rod.

Now I have something like ten Pythons of various vintages and finishes...blue...nickel...electroless nickel and stainless. I need to get a family photograph of them all.

 

[Homerfan]

My 2020 and 1976. Love ‘em both.

 

[Mysnakegun]

The Python Hunter I purchased last week...cleaned up. The foam in the case had disintegrated...all over the gun and accessories. It took some effort to clean the revolver up but it did clean up nicely. I obtained new, reproduction foam from an eBay vendor and it fits perfectly.

There was verdigris on the Colt/Leupold disc on the scope...cleaned up very well. There was foam debris sticking all over the rear sight which took some time to clean out. I didn't remove the side plate but the action works very smoothly and is clean inside the stocks. The aluminum cleaning rod still needs some work to get it looking new...if it ever will again but I'll keep working on it. There's still some verdigris on the brass cone stored on the cleaning rod...still needs some cleaning effort. The aluminum case itself cleaned up after getting foam debris out of it.

I don't plan on storing the revolver itself inside the case...don't want any further interaction between it and the foam. I'll store it wrapped in Brownell's Gun Wrap paper inside a gun rug...same with the cleaning rod.

Now I have something like ten Pythons of various vintages and finishes...blue...nickel...electroless nickel and stainless. I need to get a family photograph of them all.
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Nice find!

I sold my '80 version of the 8" hunter early last year...yes remorse of course. It was Royal Blue...although w/o any of the important accessories.

 

[Neetblog]

Hello everyone, just wanted to post a picture of my Python with Hogue Exotic Hardwood grips, this is a very obscure combination, I wasn't able to find a single picture of it online before buying, on any revolver at all. Hopefully someone googling in the future stumbles on this post.

These are Item #46441; Lamo Camo, Single Finger Groove, Checkered, with Stripe Cap on my 4.25" Python. Ordered March 8th received May 15th.

 

[Mysnakegun]

Hello everyone, just wanted to post a picture of my Python with Hogue Exotic Hardwood grips, this is a very obscure combination, I wasn't able to find a single picture of it online before buying, on any revolver at all. Hopefully someone googling in the future stumbles on this post.

These are Item #46441; Lamo Camo, Single Finger Groove, Checkered, with Stripe Cap on my 4.25" Python. Ordered March 8th received May 15th. View attachment 845858 View attachment 845857

This is a website pic of what I purchased from Hogue. Note, I opted for multi-finger relief and w/o checkering. There is a long lead time to produce, but well worth it.

 

[thisyoucantrust]

My 1981 Python in 4" nickel

 

[Mysnakegun]

Did you purchase that beauty new?

 

[thisyoucantrust]

Did you purchase that beauty new?

It was bought off of a reliable long time collector. I try to keep it in the best shape that I can.

My father was actually the one who tracked it down. He was able to purchase this and a 70s model 4" blued .38 Diamondback. I wasn't able to afford both at the time so I bought the Python and my father kept the Diamondback (which he later sold sadly) but this one I kept.

I just can't find myself to ever sell it.

 

[KMKCOLT]

 

[2Poor2Pay]

With new Deer Hollows! Thanks Olof!

Sorry, I know my photography is poor.

 

[CAVCOP]

 

[FB67]

Holster worn python 1975 Vintage. Timming was off a tad, it took some time but I fixed it had to get a new cylinder bolt and hand. Tricky little devils but after screwing up the first one I figured it out. This is only at 10 yards but it still shoots pretty good.

 

[Jackstraw]

Technical difficulties.

 

[Max1000]

Colt Python 357 Magnum 4″ Barrel Revolver 1:4 2mm flobert (only for fun fun)

miniature real guns