Colt Python

Colt's Manufacturing Company · Pistol · In Production · 1955

Weight (empty)1191 g (42.0 oz)
Overall Length248 mm (9.76")
Barrel Length108 mm (4.25")
Height140 mm (5.51")
Width39 mm (1.54")
Magazine Capacity6 rounds
Action TypeDouble Action
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Muzzle Velocity440 m/s (1444 fps)
Muzzle Energy784 J (578 ft·lbf)
Effective Range50 m (55 yd)
Frame MaterialStainless Steel

Primary Caliber: .357 Magnum

The Colt Python is a double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, widely regarded as one of the finest production revolvers ever manufactured. Introduced in 1955 as Colt's premium revolver, the Python was built on the Colt I-frame and distinguished by its full-length underlug barrel, ventilated rib, and exceptionally smooth trigger pull achieved through hand-fitting and tuning during original production. The Python's action is a traditional double-action revolver mechanism — th...

Country of Origin: United States