Colt Trooper Mk V Serial Numbers

  1. Trooper Trooper Model &.357 Model. Colt Semi -Automatic Pistols top. Ace.22 Ace Service.22 Challenger, Huntsman & Targetsman.22 Combat Commander Gold Cup N.M.38 Gold Cup N.M.45 Junior Colt.22 Junior Colt.25 Junior Colt.22,.25 & Colt Auto Cal.25 from 1970 Kit.38 Special (.38 Special Caliber) Kit.38 Special (.45 ACP) Kit Conversion.
  2. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models.
  3. The Colt python with that serial number was produced in 1961 making it 48 years old or the Colt trooper in 1958 making it 51 years old.
  4. Sep 29, 2011 Colt serial numbers can be very confusing. Trooper numbers were intermixed with the Officer's Model Match, the 357 and Trooper numbers depending on the caliber. As example.22 Troopers were numbered with the.22 Officer's Model match.38 models were numbered with the Trooper numbers AND the.38 Officer's Model Match.

Colt Official Police Production Information in same serial number range as Army Special also Mk III series, Lawman, Metropolitan, Officers Model Match and Trooper: Year: Serial Number Range: Year: Serial Number Range: 1927: 599: 1953: 849: 1928: 599: 1954: 899: 1929: 599: 1955: 899.

.44 Magnum Colt Anaconda in three barrel lengths Type Place of origin United States Production history Manufacturer Colt's Manufacturing Company Produced 1990—2003 Variants Specifications Weight. 47 oz. / 1.3kg (4 in bbl). 53 oz. / 1.5kg (6 in bbl). 59 oz.

/ 1.7kg (8 in bbl) Length. 9⅝ in / 24.5cm (4 in bbl). 11⅝ in / 29.5cm (6 in bbl).

13⅝ in / 34.6cm (8 in bbl) length. 4 in bbl (102 mm). 6 in bbl (153 mm).

8 in bbl (203 mm). Double-action Feed system Six round cylinder Sights Adjustable open iron sights. Contents. Development Built on a new and heavier ‘MM’ frame, the Anaconda was brought out to compete with contemporaries such as the, the and, and the Model 44.

Considering that many of these models had been marketed and sold for fully 35 years upon its introduction, the Anaconda was a very late entry into the large-bore market. Unlike most other pistols introduced in the 1980s and 1990s, the Anaconda was never offered with a finish, but was available only in. When originally introduced Anacondas were plagued with poor accuracy, but changes to the quickly corrected the problems to the point that Colt billed its new pistol as among the most accurate revolvers in production. Anaconda revolvers were primarily marketed for sport shooters and hunters, as they are too large for general duty use or, although made-to-order limited production versions of the gun continued to be available from the Colt custom gun shop until approximately 2003. Features Originally chambered for the.44 Magnum cartridge, in 1993 the Anaconda began to be offered in cartridge as well. Its fit and finish resembled an upsized married to a ventilated-rib barrel reminiscent of the.

Initially marketed with a satin brushed stainless finish, a highly polished mirror-like option known as 'Ultimate Stainless' was cataloged for a time through the Colt Custom Shop. Anacondas came equipped with four, six, or eight inch barrels, finger-grooved with colored 'Rampant Colt', large type and, as well as with a front and fully white outline rear. Some models were factory for mounting, while others shipped with reducing.

The trigger actions on these guns are rated as very high-quality, and the heavy-duty solid construction and weight tends to absorb recoil, making the Anaconda relatively easy to shoot with heavy loads. Kodiak Introduced in 1993, the Kodiak was similar to the Anaconda in that it was constructed entirely of stainless steel, but offered the additional features of a recoil-reducing factory magna-ported barrel and unfluted cylinder. There were 2000 Kodiaks made as a special run of Anacondas, breaking away from their long history of naming revolvers after snakes. A special run of 1000 King Cobras was made about the same time, having the same Magna-Ported barrel and unfluted cylinder and were called the Grizzly. There was an uncataloged 5' barrel version of the Anaconda, with reportedly less than 150 made.

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These 5' versions command very high prices when they are encountered. Additionally, Colt made an extremely low number of 4' barrel Anacondas chambered in.45 Colt. This ultra-rare variation commands a premium price when encountered as well. See also. References.

COLT ANACONDA COLT ANACONDA 'MM' FRAME In 1942 Colt discontinued it's large frame double action revolver, the New Service. Colt would not build another large frame model until 1990, when it introduced the Colt Anaconda. The Anaconda was a stainless steel revolver based on the proven King Cobra revolver design, using a transfer bar ignition-safety action. The Anaconda was specifically designed for unlimited use of.44 Magnum ammo and had a massive forged frame and cylinder heat treated to provide the maximum strength.

It was chambered in the.44 Magnum, and the.45 Long Colt. Barrel lengths were 4', 5' (Rare and not cataloged), 6', and 8'. Magna-porting for the barrel was offered on some versions. Unusually, the right side of the barrel was marked 'Double Action Revolver' and the usual 'Colt's P.T.F.A. Hartford Conn. USA' on some models, and '.44 Magnum Cartridge' and 'Colt's P.T.F.A. Hartford Conn.

USA', on other models. Finishes were satin stainless matte finish, bright polish stainless on some models, and in Realtree Camouflage. The Anaconda was produced from 1990 to 1999, then reintroduced from 2002 to 2006 as a Colt Custom Shop special order model. VARIATIONS Anaconda First Edition. Made to introduce the Anaconda model. It had an Ultimate Bright polished finish.

Marked on the barrel with 'Colt Anaconda First Edition'. Came in an aluminum carrying case.

Serial numbers ran from 'MM00001' to 'MM01000'. There were 1,000 made in 1990. This was a.44 Magnum with 4' or 6' Magna-ported barrel, with non-fluted cylinder.

The barrel is stamped with 'Colt Kodiak.44 Magnum' and a bear paw on the left side of the barrel. Serial numbers started with 'CKA'.

There were about 2,000 made in 1993. Anaconda Realtree Camouflage. This was an Anaconda fitted with a Redfield EER 2 1/2- 7x scope, and finished in Realtree Gray camouflage finish. It came in a soft case in Realtree camo marked in yellow embroidery with 'Team Colt Realtree'. It had an 8 inch barrel and was fitted with Hogue Mono-Grip rubber grips with a Serpentine Colt logo molded on the right side. The gun, scope, and mount were finished in Realtree gray camouflage.

The barrel was marked 'Colt Realtree.44 Magnum'. There were no iron sights fitted.

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Made in 1996. ANACONDA REALTREE CAMOFLAGE Anaconda Hunter. This was a.44 Magnum fitted with a Leupold 2x scope, a carrying case, cleaning accessories, and both walnut and rubber grips. Barrel was 8 inches. Made from 1991 to 1993. Anaconda Custom Ported. A.44 Magnum in 6' or 8' barrels with Magna-Porting.

Fitted with Colt Ellision Target rear sight. A custom contoured trigger, and Pachmayr rubber grips. The finish was brushed stainless. Made from 1992 to 1993, then reintroduced from 1995 to 1996, and again from 2002 to 2003. MAGNA-PORTED BARREL GRIPS Colt used the same size and shape grip frame on the Trooper Mark V, the King Cobra, and the Anaconda.

All grips interchange between these models. WALNUT TARGET GRIPS These were used on the First Edition Model and as an option.

Colt Anaconda Serial Numbers By Year

Colt Anaconda Serial Numbers And Date Of Manufacture

HOGUE MONO-GRIP Colt used Hogue Mono-Grip rubber grips on some Anacondas. These had the Serpentine Colt logo molded into the right upper side. PACHMAYR 'GRIPPER' RUBBER REPLICA'S OF PACHMAYR GRIPPERS MADE FOR COLT BY VINTAGE INDUSTRIES. These had a Colt banner on the lower sides and silver Colt medallions.

Colt Python
A Colt Python with a 4-inch (10 cm) barrel and blued finish
TypeRevolver
Place of originUnited States
Production history
ManufacturerColt's Manufacturing Company
Produced1955–2005
2020–present
Variants2.5-inch (6.4 cm), 3-inch (7.6 cm), 4-inch (10 cm), 6-inch (15 cm) and 8-inch (20 cm) barrel
Specifications
Mass38 ounces (1.1 kg) to 48 ounces (1.4 kg)
Cartridge.357 Magnum
ActionDouble-action
Maximum firing range200+ yards
Feed systemSix-roundcylinder
SightsRear adj.; front ramp

The Colt Python is a .357 Magnum caliber revolver manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company of Hartford, Connecticut.[1] It was first introduced in 1955, the same year as Smith & Wesson's M29 .44 Magnum. The Colt Python is intended for the premium revolver market segment. Some firearm collectors and writers such as Jeff Cooper, Ian V. Hogg, Chuck Hawks, Leroy Thompson, Scott Wolber, Renee Smeets and Martin Dougherty have described the Python as 'the finest production revolver ever made'.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]

In 2020, Colt announced it would be reintroducing the Python in the 4.25″ and 6″ barrel configurations.[8] The reintroduced Python has been technically revised and reinforced compared to the original revolver.[9]

Colt Trooper Mk V Serial Numbers

Description[edit]

The Colt Python is a double action handgun chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, built on Colt's large I-frame. Pythons have a reputation for accuracy, smooth trigger pull, and a tight cylinder lock-up.[2] They are similar in size and function to the Colt Trooper and Colt Lawman revolvers.[10]

Colt Trooper Mk V Serial Numbers

History[edit]

The Colt Python was first introduced in 1955 as Colt's top-of-the-line model and was originally intended to be a large-frame .38 Special target revolver.[3] As a result, it features precision adjustable sights, a smooth trigger, solid construction, and extra metal. Pythons have a distinct appearance due to a full barrel underlug, ventilated rib and adjustable sights.[3] Colt originally manufactured Pythons with hollow underlugs but left them solid to work as a stabilizing barrel weight. When the revolver is at full cock, just as the trigger is pressed, the cylinder locks up for the duration of the hammer strike. Other revolvers have a hint of looseness even at full-cock. The gap between the cylinder and forcing cone is very tight, further aiding accuracy and velocity.[2] From the 1970s each Python revolver was boresighted at the factory with a laser; the first mass-produced revolver for which this was done.[3]

End of production[edit]

In October 1999, Colt announced that it would cease production of Python revolvers. In a 2000 follow-up letter to distributors, the company cited changing market conditions and the costs of defending lawsuits as the reasons to discontinue the Python line, as well as a number of other models.[11] The Colt Custom Gun Shop continued making a limited number of Pythons on special order until 2005, when this limited production ceased.[2][12]

Production return[edit]

Colt Python, 2020 production

The Colt Python was officially re-released by Colt in January 2020, following months of circulating rumors. The new Python is built out of stronger stainless steel than the originals, and is available in 4.25' or 6' barrels with wood grips.[8]

Models and variants[edit]

Colt Python rollmark on the barrel
Colt Python Target, 8-inch barrel .38 Special

The Python was originally available in two finishes: royal blue and bright nickel. The bright nickel model was discontinued with the introduction of the more durable satin stainless and mirror-polished Ultimate Stainless models.[2] The stainless steel and royal blue finishes were offered until 2003 by Colt on the Python 'Elite' model.[10]

Pythons were available with 2.5-inch (6.4 cm), 3-inch (7.6 cm), 4-inch (10 cm), 6-inch (15 cm) and 8-inch (20 cm) barrels.[2] The six-inch model was the most popular generally, and the eight-inch model was intended for hunting. A three-inch barrel version is very collectible, although not rare.[3]

The Python Hunter model, with eight-inch barrel and factory-installed 2X Leupold scope, was made in 1980.[13] The Python Hunter was the first field-ready handgun hunting package made by a major handgun manufacturer.[13] The scope was mounted on the barrel using Redfield mounts and the gun was packaged in a Haliburton case.[13] It was discontinued by 1990 and briefly offered as a 'Custom Shop' model afterward.[13] A Python Target model was made for several years in .38 Special only, in blue and nickel finishes.[10]

Two variants of the Python were made in small numbers by Colt. The first was the Colt Boa of 1985, a limited production .357 Magnum revolver, made for the Lew Horton Distributing Company in Massachusetts. It uses a Python barrel mated to a Trooper Mk V frame. Six-hundred 6-inch revolvers and 600 four-inch revolvers were made, of which 100 were matched sets. Though it resembles a Python visually, it is substantially different internally. The second was the stainless steel Colt Grizzly of 1994, another limited production .357 Magnum revolver. It uses a Python barrel mated to a Colt King Cobra frame. Five-hundred of these revolvers were manufactured, with six-inch Magna-ported barrels and smooth, unfluted cylinders. The ported barrel includes a bear footprint. Similar to the Grizzly was the Colt Kodiak, which was a Colt Anaconda with a Magna-ported barrel and an unfluted cylinder. Approximately 2000 Kodiaks were manufactured.[10]

According to Colt historian, R. L. Wilson, Colt Pythons have been collected by Elvis Presley and various kings in the traditional sense: 'H.M. (His Majesty) Hussein I of Jordan ordered a limited number of Pythons with 4-inch and 6-inch barrels, as gifts to his selected friends. Casing and barrel were embossed with His Majesty's crest. The Python for King Juan Carlos of Spain bore his name in flush gold on the sideplate. Among other celebrated recipients: King Khalid and Prince Fahd (Saudi Arabia), King Hassan (Morocco), Sheik Zayed (United Arab Emirates), President Anwar Sadat (Egypt) and President Hafez Assad (Syria).'[4]

Usage[edit]

Colt Pythons with 8-inch and 6-inch barrels and royal blue finish

The Python immediately made inroads into the law enforcement market when introduced, with the 6-inch barrel being popular with uniformed officers and the 4-inch barrel considered optimum for plainclothes use.[3] However, it has since fallen out of common use (along with all other revolvers) due to changing law enforcement needs that favor semi-automatic pistols. When law-enforcement agencies realized that the 9 mm semi-automatic pistols fire a round with similar characteristics to the .38 Special with higher capacity, they began a migration to these, and other, semi-automatic pistol cartridges.[14][15] The move away from the Python is also being driven by the increasing number of law enforcement agencies which require officers to carry department-issue weapons (as a way to reduce liability).

The Colorado State Patrol issued 4-inch blue Pythons until their switch to the S&W .40 caliber autoloader.[16]Georgia State Patrol and Florida Highway Patrol issued Pythons to their officers.[16]

A Python, loaded with .357 Magnumsemiwadcutter bullets, was used to murder Irish crime reporter Veronica Guerin in 1996, an act which resulted in the creation of the Criminal Assets Bureau.[17][18]

Colt's Python revolvers are still popular on the used market and command high prices.[19]

Criticisms[edit]

Colt Python with open cylinder.

Official Colt historian R.L. Wilson described the Colt Python as 'the Rolls-Royce of Colt revolvers',[4] and firearms historian Ian V. Hogg referred to it as the 'best revolver in the world'.[7] However, the revolver is not without its detractors. The downside to the Colt Python's precision is its tendency to go 'out of time' with continued heavy shooting.[20] This is a condition in which the cylinder does not turn in exact alignment with the forcing cone, so a shooter may be sprayed with burning propellant when the gun is fired, or the gun may not fire when used as a double-action.[20] When this happens, the lockwork needs to be re-timed.[20]

Author Martin Dougherty notes the weight of the Python as a drawback, as it is quite heavy for a handgun of its caliber, ranging from 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) to 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg). This makes the Python comparable to Smith and Wesson's premier .357, the M27, which weighs 2.6 lbs (42 ounces) with a 4-inch barrel. Both revolvers are 6 to 9 ounces lighter than Smith & Wesson's more powerful M29 .44 Magnum, which weighs 3.0 lbs in 6½-inch barrel configuration (1.36 kg).[1]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ abcDougherty, Martin Small Arms: From the Civil War to the Present Day, New York City: Fall River Press, 2005, page 48. ISBN978-0-7607-6329-2
  2. ^ abcdefThe Colt Python .357 Magnum Revolver by Chuck Hawks at chuckhawks.com accessed April 27, 2009
  3. ^ abcdefThompson, Leroy; Rene Smeets (October 1, 1993). Great Combat Handguns: A Guide to Using, Collecting and Training With Handguns. London: Arms & Armour Publication. p. 256. ISBN978-1-85409-168-0.
  4. ^ abcWilson, R.L., The Colt Heritage, New York City: Simon & Schuster, 1987, P. 272.
  5. ^Wilson, R.L., Colt: An American Legend, New York City: Abbeville Press, 1985, p. 272.
  6. ^Cooper, Jeff, Cooper on Handguns, Los Angeles, Petersen Publishing Co., 1974, p. 189.
  7. ^ abHogg, Ian V. (1994). Military Small Arms: 300 Years of Soldiers' Firearms, Salamander Publishing
  8. ^ ab'It's back: Python 2020'
  9. ^'New for 2020: The Upgraded Colt Python'
  10. ^ abcdTarr, James (November 18, 2013). Standard Catalog of Colt Firearms. Iola, Wisconsin: Krause Publications. pp. 120–121. ISBN978-1-4402-3747-8.
  11. ^For several years before that, however, the mighty Python's days were numbered, and some collectors believe the sterling quality of these guns were not the same during the 'strike years,' which began on January 24, 1986, when more than 1,000 workers struck the Colt Firearms division of Colt Industries and Colt hired replacement workers. Update from Colt's Manufacturing Company, Inc.Archived February 20, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
  12. ^The New York Times, October 22, 1986, 'After 8 Months, U.A.W. Sees Shift in Colt Strike.'
  13. ^ abcdMetcalf, Dick (1994). 'Top 10 Hunt Guns'. HandGunning. PJS Publications. 8 (5): 52–58.
  14. ^Bailey, William G (1995). The Encyclopedia of Police Science. Taylor & Francis. p. 309. ISBN0-8153-1331-4.
  15. ^New York City Police to Replace Revolvers With Semiautomatics The New York Times, By CRAIG WOLFF, Saturday, August 21, 1993, Accessed April 27, 2009.
  16. ^ abAyoob, Massad(2003)The Colt Python, The Accurate Rifle Magazine, November 2003
  17. ^Corcoran, Jody (March 2, 2014). 'Veronica led virtual one-woman crusade to bring down gangs'. Independent.ie. Retrieved December 23, 2014.
  18. ^Cusack, Jim (October 13, 2013). 'Gilligan returns, now just a trivial figure in a very changed landscape'. Independent.ie. Retrieved June 26, 2014.
  19. ^Fjestad, S.P. (August 18, 2015). 'Colt's Snake Guns'. American Rifleman.
  20. ^ abcRich Grassi (May 2005). 'C&S Python .357MAG'. Combat Handguns. Retrieved April 27, 2009.

Further reading[edit]

  • Ayoob, Massad F. (1977). 'The Mighty Colt Python'(PDF). American Handgunner. pp. 36–49. Retrieved April 2, 2020.

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