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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Colt introduced the double-action Diamondback as a deluxe model in 1966. It features a wide serrated target hammer, ventilated rib, fully adjustable target quality sights, and a full-length barrel underlug. This 6-shot revolver has a swing-out cylinder and was available in blue or nickel finishes. Visually, the Diamondback resembles a scaled-down version of the Python, although the action was not tuned as finely as the Python, nor did it receive the Python's Royal B …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: In 1966, Colt introduced the Colt Diamondback revolver. The Diamondback was intended to be a premium quality adjustable sighted small framed revolver resembling the popular Python. The new Diamondback was built on the Colt "D" frame used for the Detective Special, Police Positive Special, etc. It had a wide, long, grooved Target hammer, Target-type walnut grips, Colt Accro adjustable sight, and a barrel that looked like a Python barrel and was built on Python machinery. …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 12-3 Airweight is a versatile and lightweight double/single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special, designed for those seeking a combination of reliability and portability. Introduced in the early 1950s, the Model 12-3 is built on the round or square butt K alloy service frame, which is notably thinner than the standard K-frame by 0.080 inches, making it an ideal choice for concealed carry or as a service revolver. The revolver feature …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The .38 S&W Special double-action revolver is built on the round butt J-frame with a shrouded hammer and 3-screw design, nearly identical to the Model 38 but featuring a heavier steel frame. It has a 5-shot, fluted cylinder with a nominal length of 1.53 inches. The revolver comes with a round butt J-frame, available in blue or nickel finishes, and a fat latch thumbpiece found in all three variations. It is fitted with a 2-inch barrel, although 3-inch barrels are rare …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Commando, introduced during World War II, was a wartime adaptation of Colt’s Official Police revolver, designed primarily for non-combat military personnel and domestic defense roles. Produced from 1942 to 1945, the Colt Commando was a simplified, parkerized version of the Official Police, which featured a dull, matte finish to minimize glare and improve durability in harsh conditions. The revolver was chambered in .38 Special and typically featured a 4-in …