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Colt Python Tune-Up

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27 April 2007, 06:03
BwanaBob
Colt Python Tune-Up
I have a Python that I acquired second hand. This gun shoots quite well but I think it has had a fair amount of use.

I do, however, have to keep the firing pin spotlessly clean or I start getting missfires but I am also suspicious of the hammer spring and do not know if someone has fiddled with it in the past.

What I want to know is whether there is a spring tune-up kit available for the Python, from someone like Wolff.


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27 April 2007, 09:34
475Guy
That's going to be tough to get an un-altered V-spring for the Colt Python. You might try Ron Power's site, I think Power Custom or something like that. You could also try Brownell's since they have pistol and revolver parts. Of course, if you're lucky, you might even get a V-spring from Colt.


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27 April 2007, 10:04
hoghunting
Natchez used to carry the Trapper spring kit for the Python, but it's not listed anymore. You might try contacting Trapper.
03 May 2007, 07:38
brixter
You may also want to watch the grip screws . On some style grips if the screws are to tight the trigger spring will rub the side of the grip causing the round not to go off . This happened on my Anaconda. I bought a heavier spring before I figured out what was happening.
I just keep the grip screws just tight enough so the grips dont move.
03 May 2007, 08:13
BwanaBob
Thanks for the info guys.

I have located a trapper kit and have ordered it today, so we'll see what that does.

Also, I will keep an eye on the grip screws, too.


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