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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 …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisIntroducing the F.I.E. Firearms Model D.38 Derringer, a compact yet formidable choice for self-defense. This classic derringer boasts a chrome-finished stainless-steel frame, barrel, and a single-action trigger for fast and straightforward operation. Chambered in .38 SPL, it delivers substantial stopping power while remaining lightweight and easily concealable. The F.I.E. Model D.38 Derringer is perfect for everyday carry and is ideal for those needing a reliable and discr …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisRG Industries, renowned for its budget-friendly contribution to the firearms industry, presents the RG31, a robust revolver designed for reliability and versatility. This firearm is chambered in .38 Special caliber, offering dependable performance in various shooting scenarios. With a sleek black finish and a compact 2" barrel, the RG31 exudes a discreet and formidable presence. Its fixed ramp front sight and frame-notched rear sight ensure precise aiming, enhancing shooti …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThis 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 mind, the Chief’s Special proved to be a popular revolver f …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt Police Positive Special was the Police Positive with a lengthened frame and cylinder to allow using longer, more powerful cartridges like the .38 Special. The Police Positive Special was the model that Colt would use for all small-frame revolvers up until the last of them were discontinued in 1995. The Police Positive Special and its various other models were extremely popular, with police departments wanting a smaller, lighter revolver that could shoot the powerf …