According to Colt Archives Serial Number Database, this Python was produced in 1981. SPECS: Nickle plated finish, 4" vent-rib barrel with full length lug & shrouded extractor rod, adjustable rear sight pinned to the channel, dual pinned ramped front sight with orange insert, checkered flat-butt walnut grips with gloss finish & Rampant Colt gold medallion inlays, serrated hammer and six-shot swing-out cylinder. CONDITION: This gun is in beautiful condition with no wear to speak of, has a perfect sharp/ clean bore and appears to be in good working order. HISTORY: The Colt Python was cataloged from 1955 to 2005, and then re-introduced in 2020. It was offered on a special order basis from Colt's Custom Shop until 2007. It was designed and intended for the premium revolver market segment. Some firearm collectors and writers have described the Python as "The Finest Production Revolver Ever Made". The Colt Python is a double-action 6-shot revolver chambered primarily 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. In recent years, early/ original Colt Pythons have become firmly seated at the "Collector Grade" table. These days, no "high end" firearms collection is complete without an original Python. FREE SHIPPING & NO PROCESSING FEES.