But while the Glock 17 is restricted to nine-millimeter ammunition, the Python can fire both lighter .38 Special rounds and .357 Magnum rounds. ... the Colt Python was the perfect revolver.

But while the Glock 17 is restricted to nine-millimeter ammunition, the Python can fire both lighter .38 Special rounds and .357 Magnum rounds. ... the Colt Python was the perfect revolver.

The Python was the flagship of Colt's revolver market, produced from 1955 to 2002. ... ammunition as well as readiness and training issues. He previously worked for 12 years for Army Times.

The new Python was only offered in two barrel length however, 4.25" and 6", leading to customer requests for Colt to reintroduce the shorter 3" barreled model as well.

Watch this American Rifleman Television feature segment from 2020 to learn more about Colt's re-introduced Python revolver, and how the company has improved the latest iteration of the classic design.