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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe CZ Vz. 50, also known as the CZ 50, is a distinguished Czechoslovakian semi-automatic pistol with a .32 ACP chambering, renowned for its robust design and historical significance. This pistol, developed in the aftermath of World War II by Ceská zbrojovka Uherský Brod, was designed by the Kratochvíl brothers, Jan and Jaroslav. The Vz. 50, where "Vz" stands for "vzor," meaning model in Czech and Slovak, showcases a blend of features inspired by the Walther PP and PPK. It …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe 1911 is generally viewed as one of the finest combat pistols ever designed and the first successful self-loading pistol. The 1911 was designed by American firearms inventor John Browning and is the oldest service pistol in the world; still used in over 25 nations for over 100 years; it has proven itself to be one of the most popular and timeless handguns ever made. The next major design came in 1983 with the Colt Mark IV Series 80. On this model, Colt added a safety fe …