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Colt's Manufacturing Python .357 Mag 4-inch Original

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The original Python with 4-inch barrel. Widely regarded as the finest production revolver ever made.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .357 Mag

Capacity: 6

Year introduced: 1955, USA

Weight: 38 oz

Overall length: 9.25"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Law Enforcement, Target, Collecting