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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger M77 Mark II is a refined evolution of Ruger's original M77 bolt-action rifle, introduced in the early 1990s as an upgraded and modernized version of its predecessor. Featuring a strong, controlled-round-feed Mauser-style action, a three-position safety, and integral scope mounts machined directly into the receiver, the Mark II was designed with rugged reliability and practical hunting performance in mind. Available in a wide variety of calibers, finishes, and s …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Henry Single Shot Rifle is a dependable, elegantly simple firearm built for hunters who value reliability, precision, and craftsmanship without unnecessary complexity. Available in both matte blue steel and polished brass frame versions, it features a 22" round barrel, adjustable folding leaf rear sight, and brass bead front sight, with the option to mount optics thanks to these rifles being drilled and tapped. Each rifle is outfitted with genuine American walnut fur …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster is a trusted semi-automatic rifle that was manufactured by Remington Arms from 1960 to 1980. Engineered for hunters who value fast follow-up shots without compromising accuracy, the 742 features a gas-operated action, a free-floating barrel for enhanced precision, and a side ejection port for reliable cycling. Its design shares mechanical lineage with the Remington 1100 shotgun series, both of which trace their roots to the legendary M …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Remington Model 700 is a series of bolt-action centerfire rifles manufactured by Remington Arms since 1962. The Remington Model 700 is a rifle with no equal and a superior performer in every way. Its accuracy and dependability have become the standard by which all other centerfire rifles are measured, and they continually fall short. Still the most accurate out-of-the-box rifle made, the Model 700 brings its famous action and renowned consistency to this diverse fami …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Savage Model 99E, manufactured in 1924, is a lever-action rifle chambered in the historically significant .250-3000 Savage cartridge—the first commercial round to break the 3,000 feet-per-second velocity mark. Designed for hunters seeking a balance of power, speed, and flat trajectory, this cartridge paired with the Model 99E makes for an effective and accurate rifle in the field. The 22" blued barrel offers solid ballistic performance and manageable weight, wh …