The new Python was only offered in two barrel length however, 4.25" and 6", leading to customer requests for Colt to reintroduce the shorter 3" barreled model as well.

In its original production run, the 3" barreled Colt Python was a rarity. Now, in its second generation, Colt is making the short-barreled model available, along with its 6" and 4.25" guns.