Wheelgun Wednesday: Colt Matte Blued .357 Magnum Pythons

Welcome back to another week of Wheelgun Wednesday on TFB as we revisit a common culprit in Colt. They have announced new matte blued offerings of their coveted Python revolver series that will be available for a short time as a limited production run.

Wheelgun Wednesday @ TFB:

• Wheelgun Wednesday: NEW Colt Revolvers with Hogue Overmolded Grips
• Wheelgun Wednesday: Colt Python Combat Elite .357 Magnum 3″ S/S
• Wheelgun Wednesday: Colt Revolvers – The Sleeping Giant Reawakened
• Wheelgun Wednesday: The Colt Blued Python Returns! Prayers Answered

Matte Blued Pythons

These new matte blued Pythons are going to sport forged carbon steel frames with what is being touted as a rugged matte finish for unmatched durability and everyday utility. This production run is going to be limited to 4,000 units across four SKUs (4 barrel lengths), but that doesn’t mean it is a precise production distribution of 1,000 units each. It may be a unique mixed figure across all 4 available new SKUs. Another highlight is their one-piece barrel construction with a recessed target crown.

Features for All of the New Matte Blued Pythons

• Forged carbon steel frame with a rugged matte finish for unmatched durability and everyday utility.
• One-piece carbon steel barrel with a ventilated rib, 30% more steel beneath the rear sight, and a recessed crown delivers superior strength, precision, and a more robust shooting experience.
• Leaf spring action provides a non‑stacking smooth-as-glass trigger pull.
• Fluted 6 round cylinder chambered for 357 Magnum and compatible with 38 Special, offers flexibility and reliable performance.

Python 2.25" Matte Blued .357 Magnum - MSRP $1,499

The first one in this list of 4 new matte blued Pythons is the modest 2 ¼” offering. This lil’ guy is going to run you $1,499 at full MSRP if you want to add one to your collection with all of its specs listed below as presented by Colt:

• Unloaded Weight: 39 oz
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Frame: Carbon Steel, Matte Blued
• Barrel: 2.25” 1:14 LH, 6 Groove
• Overall Length: 8"
• Overall Height: 5.5"
• Overall Width: 1.55"
• Sights: Red Ramp Front and Fully Adjustable Rear
• Action Type: Double-Action (DA) and Single-Action (SA)
• Trigger Pull: 7 - 9.5 Lb (DA)
• Grip: Classic Panel Walnut, Gold Medallion
• Model: PYTHON-BM2WTS

Python 3" Matte Blued .357 Magnum - MSRP $1,499

Next, we bump up the barrel length just a smidge to a 3” offering that also has improved sights and crosses over from wood to G10 grip panels. Once again, the full spec list is displayed below with the same MSRP as before at $1,499.

• Unloaded Weight: 40 oz
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Frame: Carbon Steel, Matte Blued
• Barrel: 3” 1:14 LH, 6 Groove
• Overall Length: 8.5"
• Overall Height: 5.5"
• Overall Width: 1.55"
• Sights: Red Fiber Optic Front and Fully Adjustable Rear
• Action Type: Double-Action (DA) and Single-Action (SA)
• Trigger Pull: 7 - 9.5 Lb (DA)
• Grip: Black G10 Grips
• Model: PYTHON-BM3FO

Python 5" Matte Blued .357 Magnum - MSRP $1,499

This matte blued offering has a very muted appearance with the matte blued finish being tied in with a set of Hogue Overmolded Rugger Grips. All black everything plus a tritium night sight up front is the motto for this wheelgun.

• Unloaded Weight: 43 oz
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Frame: Carbon Steel, Matte Blued
• Barrel: 5” 1:14 LH, 6 Groove
• Overall Length: 10.5"
• Overall Height: 5.5"
• Overall Width: 1.55"
• Sights: Tritium, Night Front and Fully Adjustable Rear
• Action Type: Double-Action (DA) and Single-Action (SA)
• Trigger Pull: 7 - 9.5 Lb (DA)
• Grip: Hogue® OverMolded Rubber Grips
• Model: PYTHON-BM5RNS

Python 8" Matte Blued .357 Magnum - MSRP $1,499

The last wheelgun in this stable of ‘arms is the big boy - an 8” barreled offering that reverts back to classical styling. With a target walnut, gold medallion grip paired with a barrel that seems to go on forever, we can’t imagine anyone not hitting their mark with this guy.

• Unloaded Weight: 52 oz
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Frame: Carbon Steel, Matte Blued
• Barrel: 8” 1:14 LH, 6 Groove
• Overall Length: 13.5"
• Overall Height: 5.5"
• Overall Width: 1.5"
• Sights: Red Ramp Front and Fully Adjustable Rear
• Action Type: Double-Action (DA) and Single-Action (SA)
• Trigger Pull: 7 - 9.5 Lb (DA)
• Grip: Target Walnut, Gold Medallion
• Model: PYTHON-BM8WTS

Final Thoughts

It is cool to see that Colt is getting a bit creative and adventurous in their revolver offerings, but after seeing some of these, I kind of wish they weren’t limited production runs. Instead, just new mainstays within their portfolio of wheelguns. The last offering looks like a typical, iconic revolver that we would come to expect from Colt.

As always, let us know all of your thoughts about all of the new matte blued Python offerings being unveiled from Colt in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.