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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Diamondback revolver, introduced in 1966, was designed to be a premium, small-frame revolver resembling the highly regarded Colt Python but scaled down. Built on Colt's "D" frame, which was also used for models like the Detective Special, the Diamondback was equipped with high-quality features such as a long, grooved target hammer, target-style walnut grips, and the Colt Accro adjustable sight. Its barrel, inspired by the Python, was produced on the same machine …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Work had been underway on the first Ruger single-action since 1950, and by June of 1953, the gun was ready, the Single Six. Like the Ruger Standard Automatic pistol, the Single Six was chambered for the great .22 Long Rifle — everyman’s cartridge. Based on the appearance of the Colt Single Action Army revolver, it was first introduced with a 5½-inch barrel. It could also be used with .22 Short or .22 Long ammunition. As the name suggested, the cylinder …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Semi-Automatic Rimfire Pistol combines ease of use with long-lasting accuracy, featuring a simple 1-button takedown design. Its lightweight, precision-molded polymer grip frame securely houses the internal cylindrical bolt construction, ensuring permanent sight-to-barrel alignment for enhanced accuracy compared to traditional moving-slide models. The 5.5" cold hammer-forged bull barrel is crafted with highly precise rifling to deliver exceptional, …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Wrangler is a highly functional and affordable revolver, particularly well-suited for farm and ranch life, where its .22 Long Rifle chambering makes it an ideal choice for pest control and small game hunting. With a 3.75-inch barrel, the Wrangler strikes a balance between compact size and effective accuracy, ensuring quick handling while still delivering precise shot placement. The cold hammer-forged barrel features 1:14 rifling, contributing to exceptional acc …

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 …