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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe lightweight, compact design of the Ruger LCP Semi-Auto Pistol makes it an ideal concealed carry gun that's comfortable to carry all day and quick to deploy. The LCP utilizes a double-action-only, hammer-fired mechanism, with the hammer recessed into the rear of the slide to prevent snagging. The double-action-only firing mode makes it simple to use in stressed situations—no levers or switches to remember—just point and shoot. The LCP features low profile front and rear …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Browning BDA-380 is an Italian-made semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 Auto and double/single action. This model features classic wood grips and has a 13+1 capacity. The BDA .380 Pistol is based on the proven Beretta Model 81 and/or 84 design. These models were offered in .32 ACP and .380 ACP, with FN Herstal manufacturing the .32 ACP variants for European markets, and Beretta manufacturing the .380 ACP variants at its own factories on behalf of FN Herstal. B …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisL. W. Seecamp Co. was introduced as a pistol smithing company in 1973 by Ludwig (Louis) Wilhelm Seecamp, who trained as a gunsmith in pre-World War II Germany. Seecamp immigrated to the US in 1959 and was also a gun designer for the shotgun maker O.F. Mossberg. He specialized in double-action conversions for the 1911 Colt .45. In 1978, Seecamp specialized in the miniaturization of pistols. The Seecamp patented spring system is currently used in almost every locked breech m …