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*SOLD* 1914 Parker Bros Trojan 12 Ga Blue 30" *CLASSIC DOUBLE-BARREL SHOTGUN*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Trojan was first produced in 1912 and was Parker's attempt to get into the less expensive market at a sales price of $25.50. To keep the costs down, in an effort to appeal to the "average" man, no customer options were offered on the Trojan. This kept production costs down and made the factory processes easier; remember, production line processes were not mature at that time. The latching system was changed to reduce costs even further, and around 1920, the rib exten
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Mar 17th 2025
*SOLD* Savage 24C Series P .22 LR/20ga Blue/CCH 20" *EXCELLENT COMBINATION GUN*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Savage 24C Series P is a versatile and reliable over-and-under combination gun, offering a unique solution for hunters and shooters who want both a rifle and a shotgun in one firearm. The top barrel is chambered for .22 Long Rifle, ideal for small-game hunting, while the bottom barrel is chambered for a 20 Gauge 2 ¾" shell, perfect for upland game or small bird hunting. The 20-inch barrel provides a balanced combination of maneuverability and accuracy, making
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Mar 17th 2025
*SOLD* Llama XV .22 LR Chrome 3 5/8" *HEAD-TURNING FACTORY ENGRAVED MODEL*
Bryant Ridge's analysis:
Llama's time-proven design, enhanced by individual hand-fitting and hand-honing of all moving parts, has resulted in handguns that provide smooth operation, pin-point accuracy, and rugged reliability under the toughest conditions. The company name is often mispronounced as Lah-mah, though the proper pronunciation is Yah-mah, which means “fire” in Spanish. Various “Spanish Ruby” pistols, purchased by the French army during the First World War
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Mar 16th 2025
*SOLD* 2013 Walther PPK/S .22 LR Nickel 3.3" *AWESOME GERMAN PRODUCED HANDGUN*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Fit Feel, Finish, Features, and Functions. There have been a number of changes to the PPK design over the years. Some would call them refinements; others would say perversions. Yet most will agree that the .22 long rifle PPK is a different animal entirely from the original PPK design. This PPK/S has a longer grip, a lighter slide, and several changes internally to make it function as a rimfire pistol, such as a different extractor, firing pin, hammer, strut ass
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Mar 16th 2025
*SOLD* J.Stevens No. 70 Visible Loader .22 S/L/LR 24" *OCTOGONAL BARREL EXAMPLE*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The J. Stevens Model No. 70 Visible Loading rifle is a classic example of early 20th-century American firearm engineering. Chambered for .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle cartridges, this pump-action rifle was designed to be a reliable and affordable option for small game hunting and target shooting. It features a 24-inch octagonal barrel with a blued finish, providing durability and a traditional aesthetic. The rifle’s sighting system consists of a brass bead front
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Mar 16th 2025