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Post by Encore64 on Jan 28, 2023 13:01:59 GMT -5
After two years on the waiting/wanting list, my LGS was finally able to get One Single CZ/Colt Python 6". Goes without saying, it'll join my stable...
I bought the 4.25" last year because I'd all but given up on finding a 6". It's not as easy as you'd think.
The Gun arrived at my LGS yesterday and I went and put it on layaway this morning. This is how I buy most new guns.
The agreement with my LGS was I'd trade my 4.25" if they were able to get me a 6". Since then, they've acquired two more 4.25" Pythons and I don't want to let mine go anyways.
Like the 4.25" Gun, the 6" Gun is extremely well made. I'm now (after 40 years of boycotting) convinced extremely high quality can be expected from the CZ/Colts.
Throats will pass a .358" Minus Pin Gauge with a little wiggle. But, a .359" is a no go.
Barrel gap is .003" with very tight lockup. There is virtually no endshake or wobble. Just about the minimum a Double Action can have and function reliably.
I immediately ordered Harrison Sights. They just work better for my aging eyes.
But, I did notice this gun came with a traditional ramp front sight with the red insert instead of the horrible fiber optic front sight.
Hope to post a picture and more details later...
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Post by pleadthe2nd on Jan 28, 2023 14:06:53 GMT -5
Everyone seems to despise fiber optic sights, they may not look great, but my eyes sure do appreciate them, however I only have them on 3 guns, a single six, a Henry big boy (front sight only, with a skinner peep rear), and a super redhawk, front only, which almost never gets shot anyway.I really like the firesights on my single six. Oh, nice revolver Huey, I'm glad your search is over.
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Post by tdbarton on Jan 28, 2023 14:14:21 GMT -5
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 28, 2023 14:46:37 GMT -5
Yes, I'm definitely a huge fan of Rugers. For three plus decades, I bought Rugers almost exclusively. I'm no less a fan today than I ever was.
But, always wanted to add some Colts and S&Ws.
Hopefully, we'll continue to see fine quality from CZ/Colt. I'll add I've never seen a CZ Product that didn't scream quality!
These New Generation Snake Guns really cater to my OCD Issues...
They list a few SAA Revolvers on their site. We can always hope...
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Post by tj3006 on Jan 28, 2023 16:09:24 GMT -5
I echo encore,
I think I have 17 Ruger hand guns, 4 smiths n two Colts. and few others, Dan Wesson, Fusion Fire Arms.
I think I would love to add a 6 inch Python to the safe, But at 1400, I most likely will not. but A fine gun, I am sure it is !,,,tj
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 28, 2023 16:19:12 GMT -5
I hate to say it, but $1400 doesn't go far with guns anymore.
A S&W 686 or GP100 will cost you $1000 these days. They've got two 686s at my shop. Also, a M66 Combat Magnum. Quality is extremely poor on all three.
They recently had a M69 Combat Magnum 2.75" that was superb in every way. It only lasted two days while the above mentioned have been there for months.
I'm sure not all buyers look at things I do. But, clearly some do. The well made guns I find either come home with me or get sold quickly.
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Post by tj3006 on Jan 28, 2023 16:30:51 GMT -5
I have no trouble finding GP 100s for about 800. New. 686s do not push my Buttons, I Like the K frame, better. I have a Model 69, I have no complaints, excepth I the front sight being to low...tj
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 28, 2023 18:40:22 GMT -5
I've never minded paying for quality. But, refused to pay for a name instead of quality.
These guns are extremely well made.
With the base price of a FA97 being $2800, prices aren't exactly going down.
In the end, to each their own...
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Post by pleadthe2nd on Jan 28, 2023 19:44:08 GMT -5
If I pay $1400 for a well made revolver, that I did not have to do anything to, I would be money ahead, almost all of my $800 Rugers, have surpassed that amount, to become what I wanted them to be, or what I expect from my revolvers, this includes action work, grip frames, hammers, triggers, panels, sights, after all that, $1400 ain't bad.
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 28, 2023 20:49:36 GMT -5
Guns come in all price ranges. Although, none are particularly cheap these days.
Also, like any item, they're worth what someone is willing to pay for them.
To some, guns are simply a tool. To others, they are a work of art.
When you buy a gun with better tolerances, fitting, finish, honed actions, etc you're going to pay more. All this requires more human effort and that means more money.
Heritage and Freedom Arms both build Single Action 22 LR Revolvers. To some, the FA is a gross waste of money. Yet, they have a year plus waiting list...
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Post by rjm52 on Jan 29, 2023 7:42:32 GMT -5
Very nice...
I probably have 50+ DA revolvers but only three are Colts... 2.5" Diamondback .38 Special, 4" 1954 Colt Trooper .22 LR and a matching 1968 .357...
There was a 3" stainless Python in a shop I was in last week in Connecticut...almost asked to look at it as it is the only Python that interests me...and have though if I buy one it will go to JRH to be converted to .41 Special...
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 29, 2023 7:52:42 GMT -5
Impressive collection of DAs. I was the direct opposite on the Pythons.
4.25s were readily available. Also, found quite a few 3" Pythons online and at Gun Shows.
The 6" has been impossible!!! I've signed up for "In Stock" Notifications from most of the online retailers. I'll probably regret that in time.
But, I only needed one. Hopefully, the King Cobra Target 22 LR will become available later this year...
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 31, 2023 8:46:07 GMT -5
A word about the service from Harrison Sights.
I put this gun on layaway Saturday, Jan 28th. Came home and decided about 2:00 p.m. to go ahead an order the Harrison Sights.
Monday, Jan 30th, the sights were in my mailbox by 10:30 a.m.
It just doesn't get any better than that...
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