long snake - 8" Python

feets · October 21, 2013, 02:30 PM

An 8" Python was just brought to my attention. It seems the owner has a bright shiny new DWI and needs lawyer money.
I know nothing about the gun at this time. It's blue and looks "like new".

I'm assuming there is no box or papers and it hasn't been pulled from a swamp.

He is asking $850. Gunbroker has crazy collector prices but nothing in the shooter category.

Is that price in the ballpark or at least close enough to get together to inspect the gun?

Sevens · October 21, 2013, 02:47 PM

Holy cow, it most certainly -IS-.

Python prices are nutty & far past nutty, and it doesn't look like that's likely to change soon. That revolver has to have serious problems to go for a penny less than $850. Assuming it isn't visibly hacked up or grinded upon, or displaying some irrational damage of some manner, you aren't likely to lose on this deal. If it should happen that is merely has incidental handling wear and common use, you'll have the steal of the week at that price.

Obviously, a lot of factors will go in to it's "value", but sight unseen and knowing zero else, it's a opportunity you need to pursue, and quickly.

Please report back!

gotthegoods · October 21, 2013, 03:09 PM

Well below market if in decent shape. King Cobras are bringing $800+

SVO · October 22, 2013, 08:08 PM

The Python with a 8" barrel was offered in several different models in addition to the just plain jane Python models. There was the Python Ultimate Stainless model, the Python Target model, Python 10 Pointer model, Python Silhouette model, Python 38 Special model, the Python Hunter model, as well as a couple more that I don't recall at the moment. In my area, $850 is a bargain for a Python. Be sure to ask about the original box and papers, as you might really get lucky,

Gbnk82 · October 23, 2013, 12:24 AM

If its in even half way decent shape then great deal..if i had the same offer id take it in a heartbeat.if you have no intrest in keeping the gun its stilla great invetment.

Ryu825 · October 23, 2013, 12:40 AM

Dude, hurry up and go buy, what are wasting time online for?!

"like new" for $850? If you're not gonna get it please let me know how I can

grizz223 · October 23, 2013, 07:47 AM

Man I couldn't get the money out of my pocket fast enough!!!

October 21, 2013, 02:30 PM	#1
feets Senior Member Join Date: April 28, 2008 Posts: 560	long snake - 8" Python An 8" Python was just brought to my attention. It seems the owner has a bright shiny new DWI and needs lawyer money. I know nothing about the gun at this time. It's blue and looks "like new". I'm assuming there is no box or papers and it hasn't been pulled from a swamp. He is asking $850. Gunbroker has crazy collector prices but nothing in the shooter category. Is that price in the ballpark or at least close enough to get together to inspect the gun?

October 21, 2013, 02:47 PM	#2
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	Holy cow, it most certainly -IS-. Python prices are nutty & far past nutty, and it doesn't look like that's likely to change soon. That revolver has to have serious problems to go for a penny less than $850. Assuming it isn't visibly hacked up or grinded upon, or displaying some irrational damage of some manner, you aren't likely to lose on this deal. If it should happen that is merely has incidental handling wear and common use, you'll have the steal of the week at that price. Obviously, a lot of factors will go in to it's "value", but sight unseen and knowing zero else, it's a opportunity you need to pursue, and quickly. Please report back! __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

October 23, 2013, 07:47 AM	#7
grizz223 Senior Member Join Date: February 19, 2013 Location: Fl Posts: 204	Man I couldn't get the money out of my pocket fast enough!!! __________________ NRA Life member. Deputy Sheriff.

October 21, 2013, 03:09 PM	#3
gotthegoods Member Join Date: September 11, 2011 Posts: 65	Well below market if in decent shape. King Cobras are bringing $800+

October 22, 2013, 08:08 PM	#4
SVO Senior Member Join Date: December 20, 2009 Location: Texas Gulf Coast Posts: 728	The Python with a 8" barrel was offered in several different models in addition to the just plain jane Python models. There was the Python Ultimate Stainless model, the Python Target model, Python 10 Pointer model, Python Silhouette model, Python 38 Special model, the Python Hunter model, as well as a couple more that I don't recall at the moment. In my area, $850 is a bargain for a Python. Be sure to ask about the original box and papers, as you might really get lucky,

October 23, 2013, 12:24 AM	#5
Gbnk82 Senior Member Join Date: April 7, 2013 Location: Florida Posts: 293	If its in even half way decent shape then great deal..if i had the same offer id take it in a heartbeat.if you have no intrest in keeping the gun its stilla great invetment.

October 23, 2013, 12:40 AM	#6
Ryu825 Senior Member Join Date: March 23, 2013 Posts: 215	Dude, hurry up and go buy, what are wasting time online for?! "like new" for $850? If you're not gonna get it please let me know how I can