ATLAS
COLLECTIBLE FIREARMS

Atlas Collectible Firearms is profoundly honored to present an extraordinary, museum-tier Colt Python double-action revolver chambered in the powerful .357 Magnum / .38 Special. Manufactured in 1980 under serial number VA6161, this rare I-frame masterwork features the highly desirable, long-range 8-inch ventilated rib barrel finished in brilliant factory high-gloss nickel. Famous as the "Cadillac of Revolvers," this Python incorporates Colt's iconic full-length ejector rod shroud, an adjustable rear target sight, a ramp front sight, and hand-tuned action lockwork. Outfitted with a set of beautiful checkered walnut target stocks inset with gold Colt medallions, this rare 8-inch nickel Python represents a crown-jewel investment piece for serious Colt collectors.
This complete factory presentation set arrives remarkably well-preserved with its full original paper trail and packaging. Included with the revolver is its original Colt wood-grain cardboard box featuring the matching factory end label that explicitly verifies Model I3681, .357 Magnum caliber, 8 Inch barrel length, Nickel finish, and serial number VA6161. The package comes fully appointed with the original Colt Python instruction manual, Colt Companion booklet, factory repair station directory, C.E. Warner CEO congratulations letter, and factory yellow hang tag.
The condition of this 8-inch Colt Python remains in pristine, near-mint collector shape throughout, displaying a mirror-like factory nickel finish with no flaking or wear. The original checkered walnut target grips present in flawless condition with sharp checkering and rich grain. Mechanically, the action operates with hand-fitted, vault-tight precision, locking up tight with crisp timing, while the 8-inch barrel preserves a mirror-bright, pristine bore with razor-sharp rifling lines.