[Chasaway]

I know there haven't been 100 rounds put through this thing.

These days, I'm not particularly a revolver guy... especially one of this size/weight. I USED to be, but I lean towards semi's these days.

Anyhoo...I know it's an amazing piece of craftsmanship and a wonderful handgun. But I have no idea of its value in the market. I'd also like to know any other good stuff about the gun: Its reputation, its history...anything you can contribute.

And yes, I've Googled it! Very interesting and very prestigious pedigree.

What I was hoping was someone(s) here could give me an idea. Don't know if I want to sell it, but I'd like to know what it's worth; if nothing more than for insurance purposes. And then what it's worth as a keepsake (besides the obvious that it came from my dad.)

Serial number (I think!) is: 139959.

If you've got some input, I'd love to hear it.

Thanks, gobs.

C

What I'm

[Chasaway]

Great information, folks! Thanks!

I guess my next question is: How do I keep Pops from knowing how much the gun he gave me is worth?

You’d have to know him to understand the importance of that.

I might have to tell HIM about my boating accidents!

[jk]

[smokingfrog]

Sweet!

http://www.gunsinternational.com/Colt-Python-357-Magnum-C10549-.cfm?gun_id=100553650&CFID=65791755&CFTOKEN=96e5d513c24580a-8189729E-90B1-1C33-4613E7D157428EB3

[Lazamataz]

Guns are scary and dangerous. Give it to someone qualified to handle the horror that is a firearm. I am just such a person.

[Delta 21]

Beautiful firearm. If it were mine I wouldnt let it go for any less than 25 $100 bills.

Take it out and shoot it. You aint gonna hurt it and it is really gonna impress you.

Then reconsider the above price accordingly.

[Delta 21]

Thats some serious jaw dropping gun porn ya got there.

[EandH Dad]

Keep it. Don’t carry it. Might be okay for special occasions; weddings, funerals, baptisms, etc. If it’s ever confiscated you’ll never see it again and it’ll end up in some judges’ collection. I’ve got a couple with history and they are not for sale at a price any reasonable person would offer. Yours looks like it’s in good shape so I’d insure it around 3 grand. More if it has a history.

[Conservative4Ever]

All you guys talking about guns, tickles the hell out of me. Sorta kinda like we/us gals talking about make-up.

[Ace the Biker]

In certain situations it could be worth your life.

[demshateGod]

Colt is one of the few gun companies who fall in line with gun grabbers. I can’t remember secifics.

[School of Rational Thought]

Please send it me to evaluate it. I can have it back to you in 25 years.

[School of Rational Thought]

[RKBA Democrat]

Its worth in the thousands. Pythons are overpriced. If I were you I’d keep for sentimental value. If you’re going to sell and live in a private sale state, I’d put it up in say November.

[School of Rational Thought]

https://www.facebook.com/pages/MJT-Firearms-Training/734581506616064?ref=hl

Look at this one on top of page.

What a beauty

[BerryDingle]

If it’s in your nightstand and you need it right away, it’s priceless.

[Jack Hammer]

These days they’re going in some places for more than 3k; put it in a bank vault and preserve it for the grand kids.

[MasterGunner01]

To get an idea how much your Colt Python is worth, go to GunBroker.com. I saw prices from $1,699 up to $4,000 depending on year of manufacture, condition, and if it was in the original box (and the condition of the box).

I would keep this pistol as a rare treasure entrusted to me by my father. It is a treasure to be shot occasionally, cleaned, and maintained with tender, loving care. You are a very lucky man.

[Eric in the Ozarks]

$3500. More if was the 6 incher...

[depenzz]

I Have one just like it except mine has the original grips, its in mint condition and the serial # is much lower and starts with a letter. it is going to my grandson upon my demise. I don’t have the box though. No where near a 100 rounds through mine.

[Pollster1]

That’s a fine looking piece of craftsmanship. I had a similar one and loved it so much I even took it boating with me. I’m sure you can guess how that turned out. Take good care of yours. On the open market, it’s worth a good chunk of change. In sentimental value, it’s priceless. As an anchor, it’s worth nothing if you forget to attach a rope or a chain.

[kennyboy509]

I appraise it a gillion dollars USD.

Do not sell a family heirloom.