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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt Gold Cup is known as the finest shooting semi-automatic in the world and is the standard for competitive guns. The first Colt Gold Cup pistol was introduced in the late 1950s to give competitive shooters a gun to take directly from the dealer’s showcase to the firing line. Colt Gold Cup pistols have been used to compete in local club matches through the National Matches at Camp Perry. The Gold Cup National Match is the ultimate target 1911. If you get a chance to …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisColt’s 1911 served the United States military through two World Wars and several other conflicts, is still in use by some units today, and has become popular with law enforcement, competitors, and recreational shooters across the nation. The design has seen some updates including a firing-pin block safety, higher profile sights, and more ergonomic grips, but the basic design and fantastic trigger remain the same after more than a century. This is an interesting variation f …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisAn American gun designer, Dan Coonan, began developing a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .357 Magnum caliber around 1977. He aimed to create a pistol for combat and defense that provided the same terminal effectiveness as .357 caliber revolvers but with a larger capacity and faster reloading, which is specific to semi-automatic pistols. First, he designed a working magazine, which was not easy given the large overall length and rimmed case design of a .357 Magnum round. …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe 1911 is widely considered as one of the best combat pistols ever designed and the first successful self-loading pistol. It was created by John Browning, an American firearms inventor. This pistol is the oldest service pistol in the world, still being used in over 25 nations and has been popular for over 100 years. The legacy of the Colt Government Model is well known. From the battlefields of Normandy to the jungles of Vietnam, this combat-proven firearm has tirel …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe SigSauer 1911 pistols are made with all stainless steel frames and slides that are machined with precise tolerances and hand-fitted to ensure reliability and top-notch performance. The 1911 features premium internal parts, including a match-grade barrel, hammer/sear set, and trigger. The slide has Novak night sights, while the frame has 25-line per inch checkering on the front strap and 20-line per inch on the mainspring housing. It also comes with custom Lady Liberty …