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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ithaca/SKB Model 500 is a beautifully crafted over/under shotgun produced between 1966 and 1979, designed to offer both performance and aesthetic appeal. This model is chambered in 12 gauge with a 2 ¼" chamber, making it well-suited for a variety of hunting applications, from upland birds to waterfowl. The shotgun features a 26" vent ribbed barrel, with a bottom barrel equipped with an improved cylinder choke and a modified choke in the top barrel, provid …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger No. 1 is a single-shot rifle that features a Farquharson-style hammerless falling-block action. It has been manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co. since 1967. To load the rifle, an underlever is used to lower the breechblock, which also cocks the rifle. Lenard Brownell, who worked at Ruger, praised the No. 1's strength, saying that he had trouble trying to tear it up during testing and never managed to blow one apart. The rifle has a shotgun-style tang saf …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Model No. 3 Schofield .45 LC, 5" revolver was designed by Major George W. Schofield of the 10th Cavalry, who sought to improve upon Smith & Wesson's Model No. 3 "American." Produced by S&W from 1875 to 1877, nearly 8,000 units were ordered by the U.S. Army in the proprietary .45 Schofield cartridge. These revolvers saw extensive use in the Geronimo campaign by the 4th Cavalry, as well as with the buffalo soldiers of the 9th and 10th Cavalry. Schofields w …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Taurus G3c Compact Semi-Auto Pistol is a versatile and affordable self-defense handgun, designed with both functionality and ease of use in mind. Built on the reliable G3 platform, the G3c features a lightweight polymer frame that ensures quick handling, while its steel alloy slide provides durability and strength. The pistol's stainless steel barrel, finished in matte stainless, offers reliability and resistance to corrosion. Front slide serrations improve grip …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Ruger SP101 Double-Action Revolver provides magnum firepower in a small-frame revolver meant for concealed carry. Built with a solid stainless steel frame, with extra metal where it's needed, the SP101 also serves well for field carry while fly-fishing or backpacking in the backcountry. The angle of the SP101's peg-style grip frame, with its cushioned rubber grip that has no exposed metal in the backstrap, makes shooting the sidearm comfortable and extreme …