Reply | Edit | Del All Colt Diamondback-----I just purchased a Colt Diamondback 38 cal.6" Barrel with nickel finish.The serial number is S74493.Can someone tell me the date of mfg?The book I have stops at 1978 and it is not in it. The pistol is NIB with all the papers.Thanks in advance Benny mckheean V.I.P. Member Posts: 83 (12/18/02 8:14:25 am)I just purchased a brand new Colt 2020 Python with 6 Inch Barrel. I tried to check the serial number on Colt's website , in an attempt to see what generation it is, and it says number not found? ... Colt's look-up is years behind. I am not even sure if they still updating those. For Python, just use your phone to scan the dot matrix next to the ...Need a Django & Python development company in Plano? Read reviews & compare projects by leading Python & Django development firms. Find a company today! Development Most Popular Em...The "Blue Book Pocket Guide for Colt Dates of Manufacture" (Blue Book Publications, 2008) gives Python serial numbers up until 1998. It also gives specific information on some of the "specials" like …Colt Forum Discussions. Python1522 posts · Joined 2008. #3 · May 15, 2017. Based on prior research on other Colt revolvers, I would guess that RA007001 was the first production (new) Cobra. All of you Forum members who own the new Cobra can chime in with your serial numbers, and we can see if this is true. U.S. Navy 1967-1988.Any help identifing the year of my Colt Official Police would be appreciated. I used the look-up tool on the Colt website and some other tools on line with no luck. Serial number is 50523 with "P" below the number. It is Blue finish, .38 Spl, 4" barrel. Thanks! KenFrom bottom to top, these three prized wheelguns are: Colt Python serial number 2, number 3, and number 5. And yes, that is the original box for Python #2 (at bottom). The museum says such low serial number guns were typically produced for a company executive or key members of the gun design team.Simply go to Colt's homepage and hover your mouse to the Customer Services tab. Click on Serial Number Lookup and then enter the serial number seen on your Colt. You should note though, that the database isn't totally complete yet, which is why the results of the lookup won't always be accurate yet.I have a Colt Python 6", blued .357. ... I'd guesstimate Probably $7,000-$12,000 as you described, the higher range for a lower 3 digit serial number. About a year ago I saw a nice looking first year (1955) sell for over $20,000 at RIA. I will note a first year would be considered considerably more than a second year, all things being equal ...Baby Boom Years (1946-1964) Serial Number Tables; 1950 Colt Detective Special.32 Caliber. 1962 Colt Python.357 Magnum. 1972 Colt Lawman MkIII.357 Magnum. Single Action Army.45 Peacemaker. 1965 Colt Python ... Serial Number 250. 1948 K-22 Masterpiece. 3rd Model 5 Screw. 1953 K22 Masterpiece.Unique serial numbers were not required of manufacturers before the Gun Control Act of 1968. Starting then, Colt , and many manufacturers, added letter prefixes and suffixes in the serial number mix to accomplish uniqueness. The D frames of that time were assigned a D prefix by Colt and that appears in the charts based on their records.The Colt 1911 has a serial number that is stamped on the frame. This serial number can be used to identify the pistol and its history. The Colt 1911 serial number is a 10-digit number. The first two digits of the serial number indicate the year of manufacture. The next six digits are a random sequence of numbers.Please have model and serial number information available when calling to place an order. Contact Colt Archive Services: Phone: (860) 554-8088. Direct URL: www.coltarchives.com. ARCHIVE SERVICES The Colt Archive LetterConsidered one of the most unique and prestigious services offered for Colt firearms, the Archive Letter is universally ...The predicament is that the serial number doesn't seem to match up to the charts online or Colt's lookup feature. S/N is K42***. ... 2022 SST Colt Python 6", Heffron Precision Tuned Action, w/ custom Hogue grips, ...Range Report: The Colt .357. The revolver illustrated in these pages is a rare piece with only 15,000 made from 1951 to 1961. It is more rare than any Colt Python variation but doesn't command the prices the snake guns do. Yet, the Colt .357 is perhaps as accurate as the Python and offers a shootable piece of history for less money than the ...Documented first year 1955 production, Colt Python serial number 69 achieved $34,500 in Rock Island Auction Company’s December 2021 Premier Firearms Auction. The Colt Boa …25 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Jul 22, 2012 (Edited) Hi, Your Colt carbine should be marked. MODEL SP1. SER. SP135XXX. That would make your serial number 135XXX, the prefix is SP, not SP1. There are many mounts you can get to mount an optic with a carry handle. Some mount above the carry handle, some have a cantilever in front of the carry ...Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "COMBAT PYTHON" above ".357 MAGNUM CTG". The left side of the frame is marked with a faded Rampant Colt Logo. The serial number is located on the left side of the frame under the cylinder "T73849". The right side of the barrel is marked "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. U ...Sep 26, 2023 · 1. Check the Colt Python Serial Number. The serial number of a Colt Python can provide crucial information about its manufacturing date. Colt firearms typically have a serial number stamped on the frame, barrel, and cylinder. To decode the serial number and find out the production date, you can follow these steps:It seems that first, someone assigned the serial number "ranges" that were to be used for the various models each year. Those would be the numbers that are stamped on the frames, cranes and sideplates when the assembly gets to that point in the process. When the manufacturing process is actually completed could be later by varying amounts.Check the front sight pin to see if it is a single or double pinned front sight. If a single front sight pin, it is a 90's or later vintage. You can try to run the serial number on the Colt web site or call Colt Customer Service (number listed on the web site as well) Colt Firearm Serial Number Lookup - Year of Manufacture. Python’s.Colt75. 6473 posts · Joined 2008. #2 · Jul 30, 2010. No special serial number range according to the TBOCF. !981 started with K16266 and 1982 started with K75748. If there is a K in front the 43579 it could be correct. Like. GUNKWAZY. 4652 posts · Joined 2003.The introduction year of the "Police Python," which first appeared in the 1960 Colt sales literature, is just one of the many serious errors of "The Seven Serpents." I have 4-inch Python Number 128XX, which shipped in late December 1960, so, presumably, your 11192 shipped earlier in 1960.Unique serial numbers were not required of manufacturers before the Gun Control Act of 1968. Starting then, Colt , and many manufacturers, added letter prefixes and suffixes in the serial number mix to accomplish uniqueness. The D frames of that time were assigned a D prefix by Colt and that appears in the charts based on their records.Also, at some point Colt added a letter to the serial number. If your gun has that, you need to include it in the database search to find the correct year. The grips are correct for a 1959 though, so my best guess is that it's a modified 1959 model. ... For years the Colt Python was an "in" revolver with the Chicago police department.A Colt's Python Primer. Double Diamond Edition Python Serial No. DD001. Originally paired with an Officer's ACP as part of a cased set, this .357 Mag. Double Diamond Edition Python has a bright ...To the best of my knowlege, Combat Commander serial numbers jumped from 70BS to 80BS. 72B sounds like a current 70 repro Government Model. Yes, you are correct. After calling Colt and double checking the serial number, it turns out to be a current production Government in the series 70 configuration. THANKS-all for your input.Colt Forum Discussions. ... Python Serial # Jump to Latest Follow 934 views 4 replies 4 participants last post by WALLY065 Oct 22, 2005. W. WALLY065 Discussion starter 8 posts ...Python 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)Jul 6, 2017 · 18152 posts · Joined 2001. #9 · Aug 5, 2017. Right from the beginning in 1836 Colt stamped serial numbers on their guns. One reason was Colt quickly became THE supplier of pistols and other arms to the US military and they demanded serial numbers. In the 1890's American law enforcement began issuing guns to police and they also needed a way ...A COLT PYTHON pistol is currently worth an average price of $1,950.44 new and $1,394.89 used . The 12 month average price is $1,818.90 new and $1,285.19 used. The new value of a COLT PYTHON pistol has fallen ($76.41) dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $1,950.44 .18152 posts · Joined 2001. #9 · Aug 5, 2017. Right from the beginning in 1836 Colt stamped serial numbers on their guns. One reason was Colt quickly became THE supplier of pistols and other arms to the US military and they demanded serial numbers. In the 1890's American law enforcement began issuing guns to police and they also needed a way ...1. On the frame just under the barrel. The cylinder needs to be open to see it. 2. On the cylinder crane opposite the frame number. Again the cylinder has to be open. 3. Inside the side plate, not visible unless the gun is disassembled. For a Mark III the serial number will be numbers and a letter, either as a prefix or suffix.Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “COMBAT PYTHON” above “.357 MAGNUM CTG”. The left side of the frame is marked with a faded Rampant Colt Logo. The serial number is located on the left side of the frame under the cylinder “T73849”. The right side of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. U ...Search the database of Colt firearms by serial number to find the model and manufacture year. This information is approximate and not definitive for legal or valuation purposes.Springfield Model 1903 Rifle serial number 1 was found in France during WWI, and was immediately pulled from service and returned to Springfield Armory. Everyone is looking for really low serial numbers. I don't recall what Colt SAA serial number 1 actually sold for several years back, but the pre auction estimate was $500,000 to $1,000,000.Gun Leather Variety. There are variations in my collection consisting of; shoulder, IWB, OWB, wallet holsters, pocket holsters and more. Some of the holsters you will see are more than 50 or 60 years old. A few are from the 1960s and 1970s. There are even a few that were made for me recently.The malt liquor brand Colt 45 is hoping that Billy Dee Williams' reappearance as spokesman will boost sales. By clicking "TRY IT", I agree to receive newsletters and promotions fro...Serial Killer Sanity - Serial killer sanity is often questioned when determining the motive of the murders. Find out how serial killer sanity is diagnosed. Advertisement ­For some ...Revealing The Mystery: Top Methods. There are a lot of ways for you to lookup serial numbers the firearms nowadays. In the case of Colt serial numbers, you have up to 3 available choices to choose from depending on your preference: . Serial number lookupColt, S&W and others can be off be 2-10 years and even more in rare cases. Why? 1. Batch, not continuous, manufacturing. 2. Multiple models with different demand curves in the same serial number range. 3. Setting aside blocks of numbers for big distributors, military contracts or the like. 4.Precision, Power, and Performance Redefined. Unleash the Next Era of Shooting Excellence with the Blued Python!Precision, Power, and Performance Redefined. Unleash the Next Era of Shooting Excellence with the Blued Python!Understanding these elements will help you get a more accurate estimate of your firearm’s worth. The average price for a Colt Python can range anywhere from $2,000 to $8,000 or more, with higher-end models and special editions fetching even larger sums. The price range varies on the gun’s overall condition.Year Model Price; 1955: Colt Python .357 Magnum: $1,500: 1960: Colt Python .44 Magnum: $1,750: 1970: Colt Python .38 Special: $2,000: 1980: Colt Python .22 LR: $2,250: ... Serial number: The serial number of a Colt Python can be used to determine the year it was manufactured and the factory where it was produced. Pythons that were …Dec 10, 2016 · I don't know about the online database, but when I called them with the S/N of a Colt pre-ban AR-15, they were able to tell me the month and year it was built. +1. When I bought my Sporter Hbar I called them and they did just that. I ended up shelling out $15 for them to send a letter with S/N and build date. G.9266 posts · Joined 2011. #5 · Feb 17, 2023. My 8" anaconda is AC200912 made 8/11/21. my 6" anaconda is AC204220 made 9/21/21. i don't see any correlation of the serial scheme that translates to the year of manufacture. Colt is not known for doing that on any model firearm theyve ever made. example. Uberti single actions have a two ...1970. 332650C - 336169C. Year Approximate Serial Number Range 1912 C1 - C1900 1913 C1900 - C5400 1914 C5400 - C16600 1915 C16600 - C27600 1916 C27600 - C75000 1917 C75000 - C99000 1918 C99000 - C106000 1919 C106000 - C121000 1920 C121000 - C127000 1921 C127000 - C129000 1922 C129000 - C134000 1923 C134000 - C135000 1924 C135000 - C140000 1925.May 23, 2018 · 1982 would be the correct year. There are some numbers duplicated around that time period, although they should return the same year, as there are some area where serial ranges overlap some items which were also input into the computer. Colt Archivist / [email protected] / 860-554-8088. Colt Archive Services.Serial Number Lookup; Custom Shop; Product Service; Dealer Locator; Catalogs / Manuals; The Colt Story; Archive Services; FAQ; ... Colt Grizzly 1. Colt Kodiak 1. Colt Viper 2. King Cobra Family 6. Python Family 17. ... Python Family 17. Single Action Army Family 3.1. On the frame just under the barrel. The cylinder needs to be open to see it. 2. On the cylinder crane opposite the frame number. Again the cylinder has to be open. 3. Inside the side plate, not visible unless the gun is disassembled. For a Mark III the serial number will be numbers and a letter, either as a prefix or suffix.The normal location moved around through the years. Prior to 1917 there was no slide serial number. First location of the last three digits was on the firing pin housing. About 1919 the last 3 digits appeared in the hammer clearance cutout. Later that same year the complete serial number was stamped in two rows at the same location.For the Python the Coltguard EN was known as "Royal Coltguard" and was slightly shinier then satin Coltguard as used on other Colt models, but was sometimes marked on the box simply as electroless nickel. The "V" series Pythons began in 1978 at serial number V01001. 1979 began at V36737. 1980 began at V88374 and the "V" …9266 posts · Joined 2011. #5 · Feb 17, 2023. My 8" anaconda is AC200912 made 8/11/21. my 6" anaconda is AC204220 made 9/21/21. i don't see any correlation of the serial scheme that translates to the year of manufacture. Colt is not known for doing that on any model firearm theyve ever made. example. Uberti single actions have a two ...Really nice as seperate serial numbers but to have consecutive serials, well that is impressive. Nice find. Colt Diamondback Colt Python 4",2.5",Trooper .357 Colt OMM, 3 5 7, Dect. Spec. Save Share. Like. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.If it has a letter, mine is stamped F and VP, then it is the updated version from the factory where the side plate issue, light strike issue and cylinder locking up issue have been resolved. 4. Reply. CMXCII88. • 1 yr. ago. Mine is PY2215XX and went back to Colt for a couple weeks for side plate and bolt spring issues. 1.More info from Colt Archives letter: Colt Diamondback, serial # D1146, was originally a 2.5" barrel length, 38 special, blue finish, with wood stocks. It was shipped on October 11, 1966, part of a shipment of 3 guns of the same type to Bullseye Inc. located at 3420 NW 27th Ave in Miami, Florida. Since the Diamondback serial numbers began at ...Range Report: The Colt .357. The revolver illustrated in these pages is a rare piece with only 15,000 made from 1951 to 1961. It is more rare than any Colt Python variation but doesn't command the prices the snake guns do. Yet, the Colt .357 is perhaps as accurate as the Python and offers a shootable piece of history for less money than the ...Jun 16, 2022 · PY250702, DOB Apr 20 '22, 4.25”. PY301207, DOB Oct 31 '22, 4.25” (Halloween gun!!!!!!) liked the first one so much, had to have a backup. Softest shooting 4” .357 I’ve ever fired, with old Colt-supplied Pachmayr grips at least. Adding the new Wilson Combat sight-sets to both. Check-out specs are below, for those who may be interested….Hi Paul, According to the serial number of PE00502, your Python Elite was made in 1997.. Here is some info and the current values from the Blue Book of Gun Values: Current values for the Python Elite Stainless Steel-stainless steel construction, matte or high polish finish, neoprene target or combat stocks, 2 1/2 (disc. 1994), 4, 6, or 8 (new 1989) in. barrel.Is there any upper limit for date of manufacture with a V serial number? ... Only show this user #4 · Aug 13, 2005. V55xxx was made in 1979. The year started off at V36737, and ended with V88373. ... Colt Revolvers Gun Collector Lounge Colt Semiauto Pistols Colt Single Action Army Python. Top Contributors this Month View All Todd 310 ...Colt only used the "K" prefix on the Colt Python and used it from 1980 to 1983. Since all the "K" prefix serial numbers had been used, Colt would not have used the same "K" prefix number on another Colt firearm. So, a Colt with the serial number K49** would have been a Colt Python made in 1980.Re: My 1993 Colt 4" Anaconda, .44 magnum, stainless steel, model number: MM3040, with serial number: MM415xx. According to Colt, it was made "around June 1993." But, on the previous page, CENTFLGUY reports his Anaconda, SN: MM425xx, has a receipt date of 05/30/1993. As my SN is approximately 1000 units lower, I'm guessing the production date is ...Revealing The Mystery: Top Methods. There are a lot of ways for you to lookup serial numbers the firearms nowadays. In the case of Colt serial numbers, you have up to 3 available choices to choose from depending on your preference: . Serial number lookupRegardless of which of those dates is correct, my Python was made prior to these years--but has the "S" stamped. This is where the conflict arises; both sets of info can't be correct. From the info I've given (date of manufacture 1977 according to the serial # by Colt) and also the "S" stamped below the serial #, which finish does my Python have?Search the database by serial number to find historical information on your Colt firearm, such as model, date, and value. This tool is approximate and not definitive, and does not cover all Colt models and years.Nope. Adds NOTHING to the value, as far as I am concerned. Depending on the firearm, a low number might add value, or it might add value simply because it was an important variation (e.g., the earliest single action army revolvers are the rare pinched frame variety).Maybe if identical firearms were offered for sale at the same price, I might pick the one with serial number 1234 over the one ...This Python has a serial number of 987 on the frame, but on the cylinder it has a different number - 574. Also, on the frame underneath the grips, the 574 number is found. My brother got a colt letter about 15 years ago and Colt said that this gun was originally blued, but I can testify that is is most definitely a nickle finish and has never ...Finally, BATF has allowed some pre-ban damaged to be replaced with post-ban lowers with numbers outside the ranges given below while retaining the grandfathered status. They will send a letter documenting this and allowing the original manufacturer to proceed with the replacement. Colt ( 800) 962-COLT. Year. Serial Number Range. Pre Ban. Post Ban.Python is one of the best programming languages to learn first. As you get started, this one-page reference sheet of variables, methods, and formatting options could come in quite ...