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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:12:46 AM EDT
I was never been into revolvers, just didn't see the appeal.
A friend let me shoot his Colt Python with a 3 inch barrel. I cannot even describe how much I loved it. Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! 
Is there any similar .357 at a more reasonable price or should I just save my money for a Python? |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:13:29 AM EDT
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Korth has a terrific trigger pull too, but they accomplish it via a roller bearing.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:14:13 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:15:12 AM EDT
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The hooks are in. You will be assimilated.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:15:46 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. It is. But it's not as tough. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:16:45 AM EDT
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Factory custom GP100 is pretty damn nice, and probably in your price range. It will also outlive cockroaches.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:17:09 AM EDT
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Go shoot a 625 with a 5 inch barrel or a model 19 loaded with 38's.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:17:52 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. I love my 686s and they are workhorses and a fantastic value, but my Python is......something else. 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:21:42 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. My thoughts exactly |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:23:20 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. Know how I know you've never shot a Python? 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:26:14 AM EDT
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I grew up shooting my dad's Pythons, so I thought that was just how revolvers were. Then I got older and shot some other brands, and learned that they need a lot of work to even come close to the smooth trigger of the Python (and still won't match it). But that is an option, if you don't have a ton of cash: buy whatever S&W you like, and take it to a trusted gunsmith. It still won't be as pretty as the Python, but it will shoot well.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:26:54 AM EDT
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Quoted: ... 1) Is there any similar .357 at a more reasonable price 2) or should I just save my money for a Python? 1) No. 2) Yes. An uncle snookered my dad out of one like this back in the late 70's. They're both dead now and the gun is long gone, to parts unknown.  (google pic)  |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:28:30 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. If you have never fired a Python before, then yes, you will be surprised. Shoot it back-to-back with your Smith, so you really notice the difference. They are works of art, not just revolvers. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:33:02 AM EDT
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I love my 686, seriously love it.
But a friend of a friend let me shoot his 6" Python a few years ago and I have to say it's the most incredible DA trigger I've ever felt. And a beautiful revolver. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:38:12 AM EDT
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Probably the finest revolver ever made, lots of imitators. Still haven't shot mine. Got it, two years ago.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:39:16 AM EDT
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Know how I know you've never shot a Python? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. Know how I know you've never shot a Python? Probably because I said so in my post. 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:42:03 AM EDT
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:45:19 AM EDT
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I was never been into revolvers, just didn't see the appeal. A friend let me shoot his Colt Python with a 3 inch barrel. I cannot even describe how much I loved it. Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment!
Is there any similar .357 at a more reasonable price or should I just save my money for a Python? You'll be able to launch .357 bullets very well with a S&W 586 or 686. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:45:21 AM EDT
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:46:32 AM EDT
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Does that bill of sale say 1969?
Has it ever been fired? I have a raging jealousy boner right now. 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:46:37 AM EDT
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I was never been into revolvers, just didn't see the appeal. A friend let me shoot his Colt Python with a 3 inch barrel. I cannot even describe how much I loved it. Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment!
Is there any similar .357 at a more reasonable price or should I just save my money for a Python? There are plenty of other great revolvers. None of them are Pythons. Save up for what you really want.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:48:20 AM EDT
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They're nice. Even came close to owning one or two. Just couldn't justify it for the $.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:48:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm not a revolver can (and yes I've shot Pythons), but that's just mean. Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm not a revolver can (and yes I've shot Pythons), but that's just mean. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:49:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Does that bill of sale say 1969? Has it ever been fired? I have a raging jealousy boner right now. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:50:57 AM EDT
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For years I thought, "one of theses days I'm gonna pick up a double action revolver."
Then I got a Ruger Match Champion. 
Now I'm hunting for a Manhurin. 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:51:19 AM EDT
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Yes and No. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Does that bill of sale say 1969? Has it ever been fired? I have a raging jealousy boner right now. I'll be in my bunk.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:53:55 AM EDT
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Damn it. Sounds like I'll be saving my money for a while.
Thanks for the input, guys! |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:57:30 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! Quote HistoryQuoted:Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! Quoted:
Korth has a terrific trigger pull too, but they accomplish it via a roller bearing. Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:57:31 AM EDT
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I'm content with my Diamondback. It'll have to do!
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Posted: 7/29/2016 12:59:44 AM EDT
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Damn it. Sounds like I'll be saving my money for a while.
Thanks for the input, guys! If you aren't dead set on .357 you should look for Diamondbacks as well. Same sweet action and bluing as a Python but in .38 special. ETA. .. beat by 2 minutes! 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:04:27 AM EDT
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Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! Quoted:
Korth has a terrific trigger pull too, but they accomplish it via a roller bearing. Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" I could sell my Omega and buy a Python!
(not joking, I might do that) |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:07:59 AM EDT
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What first made you aware, made you want a Python?
For me it Starsky & Hutch. That sweet stainless 6" that Hutch carried in a shoulder rig. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:13:04 AM EDT
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Early Dan Wesson's* are nice. But seriously there is no substitute for the Python series.
*f@&k speilchick |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:13:36 AM EDT
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What first made you aware, made you want a Python? For me it Starsky & Hutch. That sweet stainless 6" that Hutch carried in a shoulder rig. I had zero desire to own one until my friend let me shoot his. I never paid much attention to revolvers in movies or TV shows. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:14:01 AM EDT
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Damn it. Sounds like I'll be saving my money for a while.
Thanks for the input, guys! The pre-MKIII 1953-mid-1969ish Colt Troopers shared the same lockwork as the Python and can be had for much less. Still not the work of art in all respects that the Python was. But it'll give you a taste of the good life at a reasonable buy in. Of course a pre-lock S&W 586/686 is an excellent choice and as I stated before, an excellent value for a workhorse wheelgun. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:14:51 AM EDT
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Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! Quoted:
Korth has a terrific trigger pull too, but they accomplish it via a roller bearing. Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" Serious question, does anyone import Korth revolvers into this country? I seem to recall announcements at the last SHOT show and at many SHOT shows before that. But I have never seen one for sale anywhere. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:18:02 AM EDT
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I'll look into the Trooper and Diamondback, plus the 686 and other S&Ws.
Somehow I doubt I'll stop with just one. I still have time!
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:18:46 AM EDT
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Serious question, does anyone import Korth revolvers into this country? I seem to recall announcements at the last SHOT show and at many SHOT shows before that. But I have never seen one for sale anywhere. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Quoted:Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! Quoted:
Korth has a terrific trigger pull too, but they accomplish it via a roller bearing. Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" Serious question, does anyone import Korth revolvers into this country? I seem to recall announcements at the last SHOT show and at many SHOT shows before that. But I have never seen one for sale anywhere. I've seen a pair of korths on sale at a local place. No idea if they were smuggled in or if someone is importing them now. Beautiful pieces. Just to join in on making OP lust for the python even more, my ipotato pic: 
Have the box, paperwork, and original grips too 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:20:10 AM EDT
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Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" OK, Korth is more expensive. The next best factory trigger I've found are on the CZ-75A. Both the DA and the SA are almost as smooth as the Python's. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:Now I want a one of my own but they're out of my price range at the moment! Quoted:
Korth has a terrific trigger pull too, but they accomplish it via a roller bearing. Like clockwork.
"GD I want to get a watch for under $300" "Rolex, maybe a pre-owned omega if you want to save a couple bucks" OK, Korth is more expensive. The next best factory trigger I've found are on the CZ-75A. Both the DA and the SA are almost as smooth as the Python's. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:21:10 AM EDT
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LOL....the cylinder turns the wrong way.
S&W all the way. Except, for the Colt SAA.
Aloha, Mark |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:25:45 AM EDT
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Six inch Python is best Python.
I shot one that my cousin had. Then he sold it to make a down payment on a pickup (when Pythons were still in production). Years ago, I was looking at six inch .22 Diamondbacks at a gun show. Only $350, but money was just too tight at that point. Next time I thought to look for them at a gun show, the prices were ridiculous. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:29:31 AM EDT
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$350 for a 6" 22 LR Diamondback? Man, I'd be all over it.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:33:19 AM EDT
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What first made you aware, made you want a Python? For me it Starsky & Hutch. That sweet stainless 6" that Hutch carried in a shoulder rig. I don't remember it being Stainless. I thought it was Blued. 
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:36:05 AM EDT
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Factory custom GP100 is pretty damn nice, and probably in your price range. It will also outlive cockroaches. I slicked up the action on my GP100 with a good set of springs and some judicious use of emery cloth.....it's like butter.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:39:53 AM EDT
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Six Eight inch Python is best Python. I shot one that my cousin had. Then he sold it to make a down payment on a pickup (when Pythons were still in production). Years ago, I was looking at six inch .22 Diamondbacks at a gun show. Only $350, but money was just too tight at that point. Next time I thought to look for them at a gun show, the prices were ridiculous. FIFY. Because it's got 33.333333% more beautiful Python barrel to admire.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:42:22 AM EDT
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I slicked up the action on my GP100 with a good set of springs and some judicious use of emery cloth.....it's like butter. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Factory custom GP100 is pretty damn nice, and probably in your price range. It will also outlive cockroaches. I slicked up the action on my GP100 with a good set of springs and some judicious use of emery cloth.....it's like butter. My Match Champion has the best single action trigger of anything I have used. Pretty good in double action too. But it just doesn't have that blued old world charm.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:49:49 AM EDT
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I don't remember it being Stainless. I thought it was Blued. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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What first made you aware, made you want a Python? For me it Starsky & Hutch. That sweet stainless 6" that Hutch carried in a shoulder rig. I don't remember it being Stainless. I thought it was Blued. It was stainless. Or maybe chromed or nickle? I'm not sure what finishes other than blued that Colt offered at the time. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:51:42 AM EDT
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I like my 686. I'd be surprised if a python was that much better as this revolver is a dream to shoot. I had both. The DA was better on the Colt other than that...meh btw: The finish, Bluing & Nickle was far nicer on the Colt. |
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:55:09 AM EDT
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I have an old, beat to hell .44 smith mountain gun that has about the smoothest DA and SA trigger I have ever felt. I swear you can feel every component moving into place but it doesn't interfere with the with pull at all. You can stage it easily (even for a .44). SA breaks like the proverbial glass rod we have all read about.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 1:59:22 AM EDT
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And Starsky carried a S&W Model 39. Which I also wanted. But my best friends older brother had a 39 that we were able to shoot with. Beautiful pistol but it wouldn't run a full mag of ball ammo without a FTE, stovepipes mostly.
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Posted: 7/29/2016 2:01:55 AM EDT
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I have an old, beat to hell .44 smith mountain gun that has about the smoothest DA and SA trigger I have ever felt. I swear you can feel every component moving into place but it doesn't interfere with the with pull at all. You can stage it easily (even for a .44). SA breaks like the proverbial glass rod we have all read about. Wasn't the Mountain Gun as close as you could get to the Performance Center/TSW without the engravings? 
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