Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNewsAbout Us
Create Account
Login
AuctionsConsignmentBlogFAQNews & EventsAbout Us
Login
Create Account

History Lives Here

Rock Island Auction Company
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
RIAC Rock Island
7819 42nd Street West
Rock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
RIAC Bedford
3600 Harwood Road
Bedford, Texas 76021, USA
8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri
Navigation
  • Auctions
  • Consignment
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • News
  • About Us
More Info
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Job Postings & Careers
  • Contact
  • Order a Catalog
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
  • Auction Catalog #4091
  • Lot #1188
Lot #1187
Lot #1189

Lot 1188: Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Attractive Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Desirable 2 1/2 Inch Barrel and Engraving Authentication Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 18, 2024

Lot 1188: Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Attractive Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Desirable 2 1/2 Inch Barrel and Engraving Authentication Letter

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 18, 2024

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $6,500
Price Realized:
Login to view
Login to view

Attractive Mike Sawmiller Engraved Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Desirable 2 1/2 Inch Barrel and Engraving Authentication Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Python
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 magnum
Barrel: 2 1/2 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1639
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 146
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1966 and subsequently beautifully engraved by Mike Sawmiller of Spencerville, Ohio. The included Tyler Gun Works letter lists this gun by serial number and confirms "all finish work was performed by Tyler Gun Works" of Friona, Texas, and engraved with C+ coverage of Nimschke inspired pattern cut by Mike Sawmiller. The engraving covers nearly all of the surface. Fitted with Patridge blade front sight (similar to the 1911 National Match undercut sight), adjustable rear sight, and a set of checkered grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall as Master engraved by Mike Sawmiller, retaining 99% plus blue finish with minimal handling marks, crisp engraving, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.



Customer Product Questions

There are currently no customer product questions on this lot

    Related Items

    Lot #153: Desirable Nickel Colt Python Double Action Revolver

    Lot #1015: Colt Python Double Action Revolver

    Lot #132: Colt New Army Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

    Lot #138: Colt Police Positive Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

    Lot #134: Early Second Year Production Colt Python Double Action Revolver

    Lot #1039: Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Case