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The Colt Python 357 Magnum revolver with 6" barrel stands as one of the most respected wheelguns in American shooting history—and the modern version honors that legacy while addressing what serious shooters demanded. Built on a forged carbon steel frame with a polished blued finish, the Python delivers that classic aesthetic alongside genuine improvements in durability and shooter control. If you're looking for a revolver that handles equally well at the range, in the hunting field, or as a serious self-defense tool, the Python 357 Magnum is engineered to excel at all three.
The barrel design speaks to Colt's commitment to precision: a one-piece full lug vented rib with a recessed target crown keeps shots consistent and helps manage recoil signature. The fluted 6-round cylinder is chambered in .357 Magnum, and it'll also fire .38 Special ammunition, giving you flexibility in load selection without swapping hardware. Whether you're handloading hot .357 rounds for hunting or running milder .38 Special loads for practice, one gun covers both.
What sets this Python apart is the reinforced rear sight design—Colt added 30% more steel beneath the adjustable rear target sight, making the whole gun more robust without sacrificing the adjustability serious shooters need. The front sight is user-interchangeable, so you can dial in your preferred height and style. Walnut grips with a gold Colt medallion round out the package: functional, good-looking, and time-tested.
This is a revolver for shooters who understand that a quality wheelgun remains relevant. Whether it's your first Python or a return to the platform after years away, this 357 Magnum revolver rewards accuracy and delivers reliability that doesn't require a charging handle or magazine.
| Brand | Colt |
| Product Type | Double-Action Revolver |
| Caliber | .357 Magnum / .38 Special |
| Barrel Length | 6" |
| Cylinder Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Finish | Polished Blued |
| Frame Material | Forged Carbon Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel (One-Piece Full Lug Vented Rib) |
| Grips | Walnut with Gold Colt Medallion |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable Target Sight |
| Front Sight | User-Interchangeable |
| Cylinder | Fluted |
Yes. The fluted 6-round cylinder is chambered in .357 Magnum but will safely accommodate .38 Special cartridges as well. This gives you flexibility to run either caliber without any modification or cylinder swap.
The front sight is user-interchangeable, so you can customize it to your preferred height and style. The rear sight is the adjustable target sight, allowing you to dial in elevation and windage for precision shooting.
The barrel is a one-piece full lug carbon steel design with a vented rib and recessed target crown. The full lug and vented rib add mass and help manage recoil while contributing to consistent accuracy. The recessed target crown protects the crown from damage.
The 6" barrel and .357 Magnum chambering are well-suited to hunting medium-sized game and varmints. The adjustable rear target sight and user-interchangeable front sight support precision placement, and the forged steel construction handles the rigors of field use.
SKU: 126822014 • Width: 8.5in • Height: 2.5in • Depth: 15in • Weight: 4.92oz

Availability: In Stock
The Colt Python 357 Magnum revolver with 6" barrel stands as one of the most respected wheelguns in American shooting history—and the modern version honors that legacy while addressing what serious shooters demanded. Built on a forged carbon steel frame with a polished blued finish, the Python delivers that classic aesthetic alongside genuine improvements in durability and shooter control. If you're looking for a revolver that handles equally well at the range, in the hunting field, or as a serious self-defense tool, the Python 357 Magnum is engineered to excel at all three.
The barrel design speaks to Colt's commitment to precision: a one-piece full lug vented rib with a recessed target crown keeps shots consistent and helps manage recoil signature. The fluted 6-round cylinder is chambered in .357 Magnum, and it'll also fire .38 Special ammunition, giving you flexibility in load selection without swapping hardware. Whether you're handloading hot .357 rounds for hunting or running milder .38 Special loads for practice, one gun covers both.
What sets this Python apart is the reinforced rear sight design—Colt added 30% more steel beneath the adjustable rear target sight, making the whole gun more robust without sacrificing the adjustability serious shooters need. The front sight is user-interchangeable, so you can dial in your preferred height and style. Walnut grips with a gold Colt medallion round out the package: functional, good-looking, and time-tested.
This is a revolver for shooters who understand that a quality wheelgun remains relevant. Whether it's your first Python or a return to the platform after years away, this 357 Magnum revolver rewards accuracy and delivers reliability that doesn't require a charging handle or magazine.
| Brand | Colt |
| Product Type | Double-Action Revolver |
| Caliber | .357 Magnum / .38 Special |
| Barrel Length | 6" |
| Cylinder Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Finish | Polished Blued |
| Frame Material | Forged Carbon Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel (One-Piece Full Lug Vented Rib) |
| Grips | Walnut with Gold Colt Medallion |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable Target Sight |
| Front Sight | User-Interchangeable |
| Cylinder | Fluted |
Yes. The fluted 6-round cylinder is chambered in .357 Magnum but will safely accommodate .38 Special cartridges as well. This gives you flexibility to run either caliber without any modification or cylinder swap.
The front sight is user-interchangeable, so you can customize it to your preferred height and style. The rear sight is the adjustable target sight, allowing you to dial in elevation and windage for precision shooting.
The barrel is a one-piece full lug carbon steel design with a vented rib and recessed target crown. The full lug and vented rib add mass and help manage recoil while contributing to consistent accuracy. The recessed target crown protects the crown from damage.
The 6" barrel and .357 Magnum chambering are well-suited to hunting medium-sized game and varmints. The adjustable rear target sight and user-interchangeable front sight support precision placement, and the forged steel construction handles the rigors of field use.
SKU: 126822014 • Width: 8.5in • Height: 2.5in • Depth: 15in • Weight: 4.92oz
