Manufactured in 1997 as the first production serialized Colt Python Elite double action revolver, with the included factory letter confirming the "PE00001" serial number, .357 Mag/.38 Spl. chambering, 6 inch barrel, royal blue finish, and type of grips not listed when included in a shipment of 10 revolvers to Kiesler Police Supply (COM) in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on April 15, 1997. The Python Elite represents the point at which the Python was transitioned from a standard production revolver to a special order only piece crafted by the Colt Custom Shop. This move allowed the highly desirable hand fitting, which made the earliest production Pythons legends, to remain in tact, and gave the revolvers the smooth operation every enthusiast has come to know and love. Features fixed orange insert 'ramp' blade front and adjustable notch rear sights, Colt address on the right along with the model and caliber marking on the left of the vented barrel, two-toned spur hammer, Rampant Colt marked on the left of the frame, along with "triangle/VP" and "G" marked on the left of the trigger guard. Fitted with a pair of over-sized laminate finger groove grips with gold Colt medallion inserts. Includes the original Colt blue plastic case.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original deep royal blue finish with a faint cylinder drag line and limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. This is your opportunity to add the first Python Elite manufactured to your Snake collection!