If they cost the same, I'd likely take the 686 as well. Though, my uncle has a Python and its trigger is fantastic!

686

I have never shot a Python; I have shot a 686. I also own a Model 19, and a Colt Officer's Model. The Officer's Model has, far and away, the best handgun trigger I own, bar none. In fact, in single action, it is target rifle good. About 2 pounds, absolutely no discernible travel before the break. I like the 19; I LOVE the Officer's Model. Based on that, I would take the Python. I understand that it isn't as durable, that it isn't stainless, and that finding parts is a bitch. Based on my experience, I'd take it anyway. That could change, if I held each side by side in my hand.

No, I'd still take the Python. Nothing beats high polish Colt blue.

686, simpler lock work, parts availability, still plenty of folks who can work on them. And I’m used to the feel of the DA trigger pull.

I would take a Stainless 6" Python as I love the way they look. Never shot one though. I do have a model 19 and have shot a 686 and both are great handguns......the python would be something to look at, shoot once in a blue moon.

Growing up a friends dad owned a 1970's era 6 inch stainless Colt Python that was in excellent condition. I had the pleasure of shooting that gun many times. That Python was the best revolver I've ever fired and I've used alot of revolvers, including S&W's.

If I could possibly have one for the same price as 686 I would jump on that in a heartbeat.

Of course in real life that will never happen.

686. I have a Colt Trooper, the original poor man's Python. And a S&W 686. The Trooper is nice but you almost never hear about timing issues or hand/pall issues with Smiths. As a preferred third choice, the 586 in blue or nickel.

I had both the 686 and the python, which I bought new in 1981.I sold the python years later and kept the 686. Ran onto a ruger security six that I
liked and got rid of the 686. I love that ruger more than the previous 2.

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Originally posted by bripro:
Try to keep it between these two examples. 6 inch blued Python or 4 inch stainless 686.
Just imagine they are exactly the same price and you had a whole safe full of semi automatics and wanted to add on just one revolver. Again try to keep it between these two, which one would you take?

Real talk time.

Which one would you take if the prices were the same? Nonsense. It's 2019, unless you have a time machine, drop that criteria. You can find some expensive 686's, but prices on the Python? Retarded.

The fragility of the Python has been a longstanding issue among wankers. The divinity of the Python has been an ever increasing trend among a different group of wankers.

My man. The prices can't be the same.

What is your goal with this gun?

I wouldn't touch new Colt product with your dick, or anything remotely recent. If I want a Python, it needs to be 70's or earlier. If you're going to "collect," well.... buy Colt because Morons.

If you're going to shoot, buy early colt, or buy that 686. You can still make a killing on a used Colt.

My remaining Python was made in 1968. I have a bunch of S&W pieces, that don't compare. With all due respect, the "if the prices were the same" nonsense has to go.

What do you want to do with the gun? Shoot, or run a museum?

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Originally posted by bripro:
^Yeah I’d take the McCormick too if it could fit it in my pocket.^

No, that's the size of your avatar.

To collect > Python

To use > 686

686

The 686.
It would go with me to the range every trip, with a box of 158 grn SWC handloads. I love those classic S&W’s.

I prefer the 686.

Python

Either one would be a toy for me that wouldn’t get shot a ton. So for me, if price was the same I would have the Python. I just think they look nicer, and since I’m not going to shoot it enough that durability is a concern I’d rather have the better looking gun.

Well after sending my Python back twice in the mid 80’s for timing issues I sold it and got a 686. Everyone shooting IPSC back than used the 686 for the same reason.

So since all my guns get used it would have to be the 686 but I prefer the 6 inch

if you are going to compare a Colt to a 686, then the King Cobra may be the better Colt to compare a 686 to,


however,


everyone should own a 686 (or 586 if you prefer blued)

I passed on a Python back when a clean blued 6” was going or $1600. I own a 686 6” if that answers your question. Also a GP100 and a Blackhawk. Having said that, if I could get one for the same price as a 686, I’d jump on a Python.

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The Colt is irreplaceable, so from a value standpoint, that.

To shoot, I'd then buy a the 686.