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Lot 1710: Rare First Year Production Serial Number 230 Colt Python

Desirable First Year Production Serial Number 230 Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1710: Rare First Year Production Serial Number 230 Colt Python

Desirable First Year Production Serial Number 230 Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $16,000 - $25,000
Price Realized:
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Desirable First Year Production Serial Number 230 Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Python
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 magnum
Barrel: 6 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2708
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 333
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

1 of 299 manufactured in 1955. Standard markings and features. Comes with a refurbished replacement Colt red box for a 6 inch barrel, blued Python (the handwritten serial number is difficult to distinguish but visible).

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retains 97% plus original finish with some light handling marks and scratches, a cylinder drag line, bright wear on both sides of muzzle, and a second light drag line at the center of cylinder. Sharp grip checkering on the excellent grip. Mechanically excellent. The box is excellent with some light wear and fading.



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