Colt Manufacturing presents the Model PYTHONSM8RTS Python in 357 Magnum, the legendary double action revolver featuring an 8 inch barrel with bead blasted matte stainless steel finish, ventilated rib, and black Hogue overmolded grips designed for target shooting, handgun hunting, and serious shooters who demand maximum velocity and sight radius. This double and single action revolver combines iconic Snake Gun heritage with tactical matte finish featuring 30 percent more steel beneath the adjustable rear sight, recessed target crown for barrel protection, user-interchangeable front sight, and the legendary Python trigger for a revolver built to deliver maximum 357 Magnum performance with reduced glare.
Key Features
- Model: PYTHONSM8RTS
- Caliber: 357 Magnum and 38 Special
- Action: Double and single action with exposed hammer
- Barrel length: 8 inches with ventilated rib
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Frame: Bead blasted matte stainless steel
- Barrel: Bead blasted matte stainless steel with recessed target crown
- Cylinder: Bead blasted matte stainless steel
- Overall length: 13.5 inches
- Weight: 46 ounces unloaded
- Rifling: 1:14 left hand twist, 6 groove
- Sights: Red ramp front with adjustable rear for windage and elevation
- Grip: Black Hogue overmolded rubber
- Safety: Transfer bar mechanism
Special Features
- Legendary Python name returns with modern engineering improvements
- Redesigned frame with 30 percent more steel under rear sight for increased strength
- Bead blasted matte finish reduces glare and resists holster wear
- Full length underlug barrel provides weight forward and classic Python profile
- Ventilated rib reduces heat mirage during extended shooting sessions
- Recessed target crown protects rifling from damage and maintains accuracy
- User-interchangeable front sight allows customization for different applications
- Transfer bar safety permits carrying with all six chambers loaded
- Bank vault tight cylinder lockup with minimal clearance
- Butter-smooth cylinder latch and swing-out operation
- Legendary Python trigger with minimal stacking in double action
- Hogue overmolded rubber grip provides superior recoil absorption
Practical Benefits
- Perfect for handgun hunting with maximum 357 Magnum velocity from 8 inch barrel
- 357 Magnum capability delivers devastating accuracy at extended ranges
- Also accepts 38 Special for reduced cost practice and competition
- 8 inch barrel maximizes velocity, energy, and sight radius for hunting applications
- 46 ounce weight helps manage magnum loads and improves stability
- Bead blasted matte finish reduces glare under bright sunlight and eliminates reflections
- Double action trigger pull smooth and consistent with no perceived stacking
- Single action mode provides crisp trigger break for precision hunting shots
- Adjustable sights enable precision zeroing for specific hunting or match ammunition
- Interchangeable front sights accommodate different lighting conditions and disciplines
- Suitable for handgun hunting, silhouette competition, target shooting, and field carry
- Ventilated rib dissipates barrel heat during high volume shooting sessions
- Hogue overmolded grip reduces hand fatigue during extended shooting sessions
- Matte finish handles field use and daily carry wear better than polished surfaces
- Python name carries legendary reputation for quality and accuracy
The Colt PYTHONSM8RTS Python in 357 Magnum is a capable tool for handgun hunters and competition shooters seeking maximum velocity, longest sight radius, legendary trigger quality, and strengthened modern construction in a full-size target revolver with tactical matte finish that delivers maximum 357 Magnum performance while incorporating contemporary materials and safety features.
| MANUFACTURER | COLT |
| MODEL | PYTHON |
| CALIBER | 357 MAGNUM |
| TYPE | REVOLVER |