Manufactured circa 1983. Left side of barrel is marked "PYTHON SILHOUETTE / 357 MAGNUM CTG". Includes a Colt/Leupold M8-2X extended eye relief scope, rubber Pachmayr grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions. Includes factory letter that states the gun was shipped on February 22, 1983 and delivered to Ashland Shooting Supplies, Ashland, OH. The factory letter also states that the gun was shipped in Caliber: .357 Mag, Barrel length: 8 inches, Finish: Royal Blue, and Type of Stocks: Pachmayr hard rubber. Complete with locking black case with custom fit foam inserts, cleaning rod, accessory box with cleaning brush, attachments, Allen wrenches and Colt screwdriver, ammunition box for 50 cartridges and papers.