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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Taurus Model 80 is a distinguished revolver celebrated for its blend of durability, accuracy, and user-friendly features. Chambered in .38 Special, it offers a versatile platform suitable for a range of applications from personal defense to recreational shooting. The revolver’s construction is finished in a classic blue, which not only enhances its visual appeal but also provides an added layer of protection against corrosion and wear. This finish, combined wit …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Smith & Wesson Model 10, originally launched as the Smith & Wesson .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1899, is a distinguished K-frame revolver with a rich history in the world of firearms. Also known as the Smith & Wesson Military & Police Model and the Smith & Wesson Victory Model, it has served in various capacities across different eras. Introduced in 1899, the Model 10 is a sturdy six-shot revolver chambered for .38 Special, featuring a double-action m …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:Smith & Wesson Model 60 (No Dash) .38 Special Revolver. This small revolver, designed primarily for plainclothesmen and off-duty police officers, made its public debut at The International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in 1950. At the conference, the Smith & Wesson sales force asked the police chiefs to vote on a name for the new revolver. The most commonly suggested name was .38 Chief’s Special. Designed with the needs of law enforcement officials in …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisIn 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. Wh …

Bryant RIdge's AnalysisSmith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers have had your back since 1950. These small revolvers were designed to fire full-power rounds and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs, it is no surprise that the Smith & Wesson J-Frame has become the most popular small-frame defense revolver on the market. The Smith & Wesson Model 60, the world's first stainless steel revolver, was a success since …