This aggregated auction listing is being sold by HiBid in Cody, Wyoming. The current bid is $2,000 and 27 bids have been placed. BidProwl's Flip Score puts it at 20/100, which scores below the median for general surplus.
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Description from HiBid
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Rifle SA/DA Double Action Revolver, 1968 C&R. Make: Colt
Model: Diamondback
Serial Number: D25189
Year of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single/Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder
Barrel Length: 4"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a finely serrated ramp blade that is integral to the ventilated rib; the rib is matte finished for glare reduction. The rear sight is a flat top, square notched leaf in a base that is adjustable for windage and elevation, pinned to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut target stocks with silver-colored Colt medallions. The grips have little in the way of handling wear with only a few minor marks. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Fine-Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, just a little stubborn fouling. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 9+/10.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a few scattered minor marks. The cylinder has a few firing pin strikes on the edges of the chambers, but the timing is correct. The action shows minor operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a two-piece black and red cardboard Colt box with the serial number hand-written on the bottom of the tray portion and model-matching label.
Our Assessment: The Diamondback is essentially a shorter framed Python both in the cylinder and grip frame, sharing similar aesthetic dynamics and is no less striking in appearance and mechanics than its predecessor. This revolver is a fairly early example from 1968, chambered for the less common .22 Long Rifle rather than .38 Special. It retains about 97% of its original metal finish, appearing to have seen little and responsible use over the last 60 years. The 'positive lock' action provides SOLID cylinder lockup, with smooth double and single action trigger pulls. Those familiar with the Python line understand the accuracy these revolvers are capable of, this one should prove to be no different. That said, most of Colt’s Serpent revolvers are collectible and all appear to be appreciating in value. This high condition example with its original box would certainly be a nice snake to add to the pit. Please see our pictures and good luck!
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