Key Details About the Colt Python:
Model & Designation: CT24-CLP, often referred to as the “Python.”
Designer: Ken Onion, a highly regarded custom knife maker known for innovative mechanisms.
For knife collectors, the Python represents a transitional Colt era piece—bridging utility knives with collectible design.
Blade: 440 stainless steel, plain edge.
Handle: Black all-metal handle with heavy steel bolsters, pocket clip included.
Its Ken Onion pedigree and liner lock innovation make it more than just a budget folder; it’s a snapshot of late-90s knife trends.
Condition: (especially NIB such as this one) and provenance (original box) greatly influence value.
Collectible Appeal:
Ken Onion’s involvement adds significant collector interest.
“New in Box” (NIB) examples such as this one are especially sought after.
Its tactical styling and Colt branding tie it to the broader Colt knife series of the 1990s.
Construction:
Locking System: State-of-the-art liner lock for secure blade retention.
Hardware: Stainless steel hex-head screws, allowing the knife to be easily field stripped for cleaning.
Blade & Handle: Black blade and black handle, giving it a tactical appearance.
Dimensions:
Closed length: Approx. 4 ¾ inches.
Blade length: Approx. 3 ¾ inches.
Open length: Approx. 8 ⅜ inches.
Features:
Pocket clip for carry convenience.
Lightweight but durable design, intended for utility and field use.
Era: Produced around 1997–1998, making it a vintage collectible today.
Brand new in the box.
These knives are genuine Colt products and are no longer produced making them highly collectible!
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