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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Winner of the 2019 American Hunter Handgun of the Year Golden Bullseye Award, the Taurus Raging Hunter is a next-generation, big-bore revolver that's first in innovation-and built to last. A fun and effective alternative for short- to medium-range hunting scenarios, this 44 Magnum six-shot revolver is available in Matte Black or Two-tone finish. Its revolutionary angular barrel design cuts down on overall weight, while its factory-tuned porting and gas expansion chamber …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Smith & Wesson 629 Performance Center .44 Magnum 2 ½" stands as a fine example of precision engineering in the world of revolvers. Combining old-world craftsmanship with cutting-edge modern technology, this firearm is a product of the Performance Center’s meticulous design process. Featuring a hand-cut and finely-tuned action, the 629 Performance Center is crafted to deliver superior accuracy and reliability, whether in the field or at the range. The stainless ste …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Smith & Wesson Model 629-3 is a powerful and versatile revolver chambered in .44 Magnum, offering a refined stainless steel design that builds on the legacy of its iconic predecessor, the Model 29. Introduced in 1978, the Model 629 is essentially a stainless-steel version of the renowned Model 29, which was made famous by Clint Eastwood’s portrayal of "Dirty Harry" Callahan. The 629-3 variant, specifically, is part of the third iteration of this model, offering en …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:In 1942, Colt discontinued its large-frame double-action revolver, the New Service. Colt would not build another large-frame model until 1990 when it introduced the Colt Anaconda. The Anaconda was a stainless steel revolver based on the proven King Cobra revolver design, using a transfer bar ignition-safety action. The Anaconda was designed for unlimited use of .44 Magnum ammo and had a massive forged frame and cylinder heat treatment to provide maximum strength. It was c …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Taurus Model 444 Ultra-Light Titanium is a powerful .44 Magnum revolver built on a Raging Bull-style frame. It is designed to easily handle the .44 Magnum, and its lightweight design makes it the perfect pack gun or sidearm for hunters. With 6 rounds of .44 Magnum and Taurus reliability, there is no better firearm for guides or hunters. It is built for a lifetime of tough use, with Taurus's Security System, an overall weight of just 27 oz, a crisp trigger break, a smoo …