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Wiley Clapp: This Colt Python Business

Wiley Clapp was around for the Python's introduction in 1955. In this first of a three-part series, he journeys through the early days of this now legendary Colt revolver and ponders its skyrocketing value.

Tested: Ruger Redhawk 8-Shot .357 Mag. Revolver

Enjoy increased ammunition capacity, less recoil and more affordable ammunition with the latest compact version of the venerable Ruger Redhawk double-action revolver.

Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum

Today, gun registration is anathema to those who understand the genius of the Second Amendment and its importance to the protection of our collective and individual freedoms. However, in 1935, the best shooters and most discriminating handgun enthusiasts were eager to register a certain type of revolver-the Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum.

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