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12/31/2025 4:38:50 PM EDT
Got a new, blued, 2020 5" Colt Python for Christmas. Have just over 500 rounds through it now and it`s smoothing up nicely.

Very accurate with several loads and I very pleased with it except for one small complaint-

The factory target style grips (Altamont sp.?) feel good in my hands but interfere when I eject .357 Magnum cases, .38 Special eject fine but the longer magnum cases tend to catch on the grips and hang up.

I know Eagle Grips and Deer Hollow make versions of the early style factory Colt Python grips that have different profiles.

Is there a an earlier style grip that will provide more clearance for the magnum cases? I want to keep the revolver`s traditional appearance.
2/19/2026 12:24:28 AM EDT
[Last Edit: DaveN][Edited] [#1]
I bought a set from Badger’s. I’m happy.

However, they probably aren’t “traditional “. I tried “traditional “ and greatly prefer the Badgers.
2/19/2026 12:50:33 AM EDT
[#2]
Not sure about the clearance issue but the Deer Hollow grips are identical—nay superior—to original factory grips and well worth the coin if for no other reason than aesthetics.
3/15/2026 10:34:17 AM EDT
[#3]
Now wearing Deer Hollow 2nd generation oil finish grips, feel much better than OEM Colt grips, look better, work much better with speed loaders and ejecting spent brass.

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