Colt Python Target .38 Special Revolver, 8 Inch Barrel, Bright Nickel, 1980 Production
This Colt Python Target stands out as a dedicated .38 Special target variant with an 8 inch barrel and high-polish bright nickel finish. It is a U.S.-made, early-1980s example identifiable by its K-prefix serial, combining classic Python fit and finish with purpose-built target features. The bore is excellent, and the revolver presents in very good overall condition.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some scratches and blemishes present on the exterior surfaces.
What's Included
- Colt Python Target .38 Special revolver with 8 inch barrel and bright nickel finish
The Python Target is a six-shot, DA/SA revolver chambered exclusively in .38 Special. This example dates to 1980 and features a K-prefix serial indicative of early-1980s production. It retains the model’s fluted cylinder and precise target-oriented setup.
The 8 inch steel barrel is built for stability and sight definition, with a ventilated rib featuring rectangular ports, a full underlug, and an ejector-rod shroud. Sighting is handled by a front sight blade and a fully adjustable rear sight.
Its high-polish bright nickel finish covers the steel frame and cylinder, giving the piece a striking presentation. Factory target appointments include a wide checkered target hammer, a smooth trigger, a serrated backstrap, and a knurled ejector-rod tip.
Stocked with checkered walnut target grips bearing gold Colt medallions, this revolver shows the attention to detail associated with the Python line. Markings include the barrel rollmark "PYTHON TARGET .38 SPECIAL CTG" and a cylinder stamp of "38 SPL."
As a collectible 1980s Python Target in bright nickel, this revolver offers a desirable combination of condition, configuration, and period-correct features for enthusiasts and collectors.