In addition to standard cataloged revolvers, the Python was also used as a canvas for engraved and gold-inlaid works of art offered through Colt’s Custom Shop. Royal Coltguard Serial No. K60576.

The blued Python comes with Altamont-made target-style stocks with embedded, gold-tone “Rampant Colt” (l.) emblems. The wide hammer spur is serrated for better purchase during single-action fire.

Colt Manufacturing Company LLC showed off the reintroduction of its .357 Magnum Python revolver at SHOT Show 2020. Colt's Legendary Python Six-Shooter Is Back and Even Better | Military.com Profile ...

One of seven mid-20th century Colt handguns named after snakes, the Python was introduced in 1955. The Python was a beefy, all steel and wood revolver chambered in .357 Magnum.