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Category - .357 Magnum Pistols - Colt Pistols

Category
.357 Magnum Pistols
Colt Pistols

COLT 3 5 7

Description:
The 357 model outwardly had a close resemblance to the new Trooper models, since they used the same frame size and action. The new 357 and Trooper were virtually indistinguishable without a close inspection. While the Trooper was to be a lower-cost model, the new 357 was to be Colt's premium model holster revolver with a more carefully fitted and tuned action and a better external finish. The idea was that law enforcement and civilian buyers wanting a less expensive adjustable sight revolver would buy the Trooper, buyers wanting the .357 Magnum cartridge or wanting a higher quality gun would buy the 357. Things got confused in 1955 when Colt introduced the "Super Premium" Colt Python. Buyers wanting a cheaper gun continued to buy the Trooper, but those wanting a better gun were buying the new Python. This left the 357 as odd man out, and in 1961, Colt discontinued the 357 model after about 15,000 had been produced.

Handgun Caliber: .357 Magnum
Serial Number: 262490
Barrel Length: 6

Price: $1,700.00
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