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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Marlin Camp Carbine, a self-loading carbine, was manufactured by Marlin Firearms Company of North Haven, Connecticut. It was chambered for either 9mm or .45 ACP and was designed as a utility firearm to be used for foraging or defense around hunting camps. However, the carbine has been discontinued since 1999. The carbine operates by direct blowback and usually comes with a receiver drilled and tapped for a scope mount. The stock is made of walnut-finished Maine birch …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The MPX Copperhead features a monolithic Elite Series Cerakote finish upper receiver, with an integrated stock knuckle lower and a 3.5” barrel with integrated muzzle brake. Unconventional design, unmatched performance, and familiar AR handling. The SIG MPX redefines the submachine gun category with a new level of operator safety, in-field adaptability and proven reliability in the harshest environments. Completely ambidextrous, the SIG MPX is great for left- or rig …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Combining dynamic style with a host of performance-enhancing details, the Onyx Ultra II in 9mm and .45 ACP from the Kimber Custom Shop are striking personal defense pistols. Thin micarta grips and a short trigger ensure a perfect fit, even for shooters with smaller hands. Light 9mm recoil makes these pistols easy to handle and speeds sight recovery between shots; the .45 ACP offered in the Ultra-sized platform combines power with concealability. The highly-polished stain …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Springfield Armory XDs are among the best options available for concealed carry and personal defense when you need a reliable, durable, and accurate pistol. Springfield combines excellent ergonomics, enhanced safety features, and utterly reliable functionality. It features a single-stacked magazine capacity and a slim, unobtrusive profile for easy concealment and comfort. Sporting the ergonomic feel that has made the entire Springfield XD line famous, it points …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Micro 9 Rose Gold is a striking personal defense handgun that combines vibrant style with a host of performance-enhancing features. This firearm combines durability and style with its aluminum frame finished in matte black, paired with a steel slide featuring an elegant Rose Gold PVD coating. The 3.15-inch stainless steel barrel is ramped for enhanced feeding reliability and precision. Equipped with tritium 3-dot night sights, it ensures excellent visibility in low-l …