The Colt Python in .357 Magnum with 6-inch barrel in Royal Blue finish, the highest-polish blued finish Colt offered during original Python production. The Royal Blue Python represents the apex of American blued revolver finishing. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: .357 Magnum Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1955, USA Weight: 43.5 oz Overall length: 11" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Collecting