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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Dornaus & Dixon Bren Ten is one of the most iconic and elusive pistols of the 1980s, conceived as the ultimate combat sidearm. Designed with direct input from legendary firearms expert Col. Jeff Cooper, the Bren Ten was based on the CZ-75 platform but took inspiration from the 1911 in its ability to be carried “cocked and locked” in single-action mode. Chambered in the then-novel 10mm Auto cartridge, the pistol offered a unique blend of power, accurac …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Delta Elite, introduced in 1987, is a modified version of the iconic M1911 pistol, chambered for the powerful 10mm Auto cartridge. As the second commercial pistol to be chambered in 10mm, following the Bren Ten, the Delta Elite capitalized on the growing interest in the 10mm round, which had been developed through testing by the FBI to offer superior stopping power compared to the 9mm Parabellum and even the .45 ACP. This potent cartridge made the Delta Elite an …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson Model 610 is a notable double-action revolver, distinguished by its chambering for the potent 10mm Auto cartridge. This six-shot revolver was originally introduced in 1990, manufactured on the robust N-frame—a framework akin to that used for the .44 Magnum Model 29 and the .357 Magnum Model 27/28. Its stainless steel finish and 5-inch barrel lend it both durability and precision. The revolver features a 1/8" pinned serrated ramp front sight paired wi …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Sig Sauer P220 10mm is a robust pistol, built with a stainless steel frame and plenty of steel where it is needed. The rails run the full length of the frame for strength and accuracy. Unlike many popular pistols on the market, the trigger, sights, and magazine release are all made of steel. The sights are the three-dot SigLite tritium night sights for great visibility in any lighting condition, even total darkness. This pistol is not built to be the lightest 10mm Auto …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisPrioritizing ergonomics and performance, the Sig Sauer® P320-XTEN Full-Size Optics-Ready Semi-Auto Pistol is chambered in the large 10mm. The newly designed polymer grip features a slimming design, solid grip, and an enlarged beavertail with a high-tang grip. The high, undercut trigger guard provides a lower bore axis for better recoil management, which is especially beneficial when shooting 10mm. The XTEN features an angle cut down the length of the slide and enhanced coc …