Colt Python 6-inch Royal Blue .357 Magnum Revolver | 1975 First-Generation E-Series “Snake Gun”
Built in 1975, this first-generation Colt Python presents the classic features that make early E-series Pythons so sought after: hand-polished Royal Blue finish, forged carbon-steel construction, a 6-inch ventilated-rib barrel with full under-lug, and the renowned V-spring lock-work. Factory checkered walnut service stocks with gold Colt medallions complete the package, marking this revolver as a collectible example of Colt’s iconic “Snake Gun” lineage.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing and blemishing are present on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Brown leather flap holster
- Colt “Handling the Handgun” owner’s manual
This Python is part of the pre-1978 E-suffix serial range, produced during the model’s formative years when Colt’s craftsmen hand-fit and polished each revolver to a high gloss. The E-series guns are widely regarded as the earliest full-production Pythons and are prized for their smooth double-action trigger pull.
The 6-inch barrel combines a full under-lug for optimal balance with a ventilated rib that dissipates heat and reduces sight glare. Both barrel and frame are forged from carbon steel, then finished in Colt’s deep Royal Blue—a finish achieved by meticulous polishing before bluing.
Adjustable iron sights feature a pinned, serrated ramp front and an Accro square-notch rear, allowing precise zeroing for .357 Magnum loads. The wide, serrated hammer spur and smooth curved trigger reflect Colt’s attention to control and shootability.
Factory checkered walnut stocks bear gold Colt medallions, adding both visual appeal and a secure grasp. Internally, the traditional V-spring action delivers the crisp single-action break and smooth double-action cycle that helped earn the Python its reputation.
With its 1975 manufacture date, first-generation status, and original finish, this Colt Python stands out to collectors and enthusiasts who value early production craftsmanship and the unmistakable aesthetics of Colt’s Royal Blue steel.