Gunswizard: As a young policeman I can clearly remember "pining" for many years for a Colt Python for duty use.
I had to qualify "Expert" (which I eventually did in a couple of years) first and then have the pistol inspected by our departments armorer.
I just could never get together the monies needed back in 1971 - 1972'ish ($325.00 as I recall).
Eventually our department allowed for issuing Smith & Wesson Model 66's which I "settled" for! Still have that pistol to this day - but never did get my duty Python!
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy
