Colt is fixing those as fast as they come in...quickly. But you're right. Waiting a little till the dust settles is probably best (and cheaper). I'll be getting a 4.25" later, towards the end of the year. Supposedly the problems with the crown have to do with the fixture holding the revolver while it's being polished. That has been addressed in this next batch. Haven't heard yet what Colt's fix is for the cycling issue. Best place to read about the Python and its teething problems is the Colt forum. The thread there is approaching 200 pages.
Bob