Manufactured in 1957. The factory letter confirms the caliber, barrel length, and finish when was shipped on January 7, 1958, to Russell Strouse R.F.D. of Carson City, Michigan. Pinned serrated ramp blade front and fully adjustable rear notch sights. Matching serial numbers are on the frame and yoke, ejector rod shroud correctly counter bored (a trait found only on early Python models) and grips. Includes a non-matching Colt "wood grain" box with a bore brush and papers.