The included factory letter lists this revolver as chambered in .38 Special with an 8 inch barrel, nickel finish, and grips not listed when shipped to Southern Gun Distributors Inc. in Opa-Locka, Florida on December 15, 1980 in a shipment of 15 guns. The letter further remarks that the Python Target was produced from 1980-1985 with only 1,962 finished in nickel. Includes original Colt "woodgrain" box.