Pythons are being shipped, but they are selling like hotcakes. I want one, but will wait for production to get caught up. The market is crazy. There is a thread at ColtForum.com that is at 1,714 replies. I am not wading through it.
As to the KC Target, I paid $980. Told the dealer I didn't pay retail at gun shows, she came back with $20 off. It was the first one I saw. My understanding is that all production is now going to the Python, so if you want a target and can find one for a decent price, buy it.