The “punchdot” background was a common method of engraving metal items, such as firearms. Lot 644: Factory Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Box The addition of such small and intricate details can add so much personality to an inanimate piece of metal and wood.īehind the elaborate floral scrolling found tastefully throughout this particular Colt Python are a series of small dots that give the engravings a sense of depth and texture. Engraved Colt Python Revolver: Lot 644Įngravings can transform a simple firearm into a functioning piece of art. Significant because of its rare and unusual authenticity in the manufacturing process, Lew Horton Colts are extremely desirable and one such as this, in an already uncommon barrel configuration, is not something seen very often.Įstimated at $8,500-$13,000, this item featured in the December Premier Firearms Auction already has considerable attention, so place your bids quickly. Lot 3599: Three Inch Barrel Colt Combat Python Revolver Normally, Colt would outsource nonstandard orders for companies to third party manufacturers. ![]() Lew Horton was a major distributor that contracted specific non-standard configuration firearms that, otherwise, might not be requested, such as Colt Combat Python revolvers with 3-inch barrels.Īnother reason why these revolvers are so valuable is because Lew Horton Colts and all the embellishments featured on them were produced entirely by Colt. Fear not Colt enthusiasts, because Rock Island Auction Company has heard your prayers and is offering multiple unique Colt Pythons that feature this elusive 3-inch barrel configuration.įor example, this Colt Combat Python was manufactured in 1988 and is one of only 500 Combat Pythons that were exclusively produced for Lew Horton Distributing Company. While impressive, the new release fails to include a 3-inch barrel option, a disappointment for many. The newly released Pythons are made out of stronger stainless steel than older versions and are available in 4¼-inch and 6-inch barrels. Before this, the Python had been out of production since 2005, exciting many people at the chance to own a factory-new Colt Python. It came as a surprise to many people when Colt confirmed rumors that they would be reintroducing Python revolvers in January of 2020. Colt Combat Python Revolver with 3-inch Barrel: Lot #3599 Along with smooth grips featuring two dice scrimshawed on the left panel and playing cards on the right, this lot is estimated at $14,000-$20,000 and is ready to make poker night something special. Manufactured in a limited run of 500 sets, the only thing missing are some good buddies to throw some cards with. Held within a gorgeous wood frame box, internally lined with bright green felt, the presentation of these guns is enough to energize even the staunchest of Colt critics to place bids. Lot 636: Matched Set of Colt Python Snake Eyes Double Action Revolvers Snake eyes! The gambling motif has long been attached to revolvers thanks to the Wild West days on the American frontier, and seldom is this more apparent than with this matched cased set of Colt Python double action revolvers found in the December Premier Auction at Rock Island Auction Company. Look through these items and let us know your thoughts! Which was your favorite? Set of Colt Python Snake Eyes Revolvers: Lot #636 ![]() So here is a list of some truly beautiful and collectible Colt Pythons offered during the December Premier Firearms Auction taking place from the 4th-6th. Pythons are always a fan favorite because they are gorgeous and sure as hell fun to shoot. ![]() Here at Rock Island Auction Company, we take snakes very seriously, and with over 65 Pythons ALONE in the next Premier Auction, we could practically change our name to Rock Island Snake Conservatory. There’s a snake in our auction! Who doesn’t love a Colt snake gun? They are sleek, dependable, and wonderfully well made.
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