The included factory letter confirms the model, serial number, caliber, barrel length, finish, grips, factory engraving, and that the revolver is one of only fifteen manufactured in this configuration. The letter further states the revolver was shipped on August 22, 1989 to Eduard Kettner of West Germany. This fine Python features the four major styles of Colt engraving. With smooth grips marked with "R. Henshaw 1831/L. Nimschke 1850-1900/C. Helfricht 1871-1921/Contemporary" on the left and fitted with silver Rampant Colt "Colt/150" medallions. The revolver displays American scroll and punch dot engraving of slightly different styles used throughout Colt's long history. Nimschke stars and delicate scroll on the sides of the frame and cylinder respectively, light feathery on the trigger guard and back of the frame, the bold sweeping scroll and punch dot textures of Helfricht on the larger areas of the frame and contemporary scroll on the barrel. Includes an unlabeled reproduction box.

Excellent with 98% original bright nickel finish, light handling marks, and a lightly visible cylinder drag line. Grips are also excellent with just a few very light dings. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good.