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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Gewehr 43, also known as the Karabiner 43 (abbreviated G43, K43, Gew 43, Kar 43), is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in 7.92×57mm Mauser, developed by Germany during World War II. It was introduced as a successor to the earlier G41(W) and featured a refined short-stroke piston gas system akin to that of the Soviet SVT-40. The impetus for this development came in 1941, when Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union—Operation Barbarossa—revealed the Red Army’s re-arming ef …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisCamvate produced both full and modified chokes specifically designed for the Ithaca Model 900 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun. These chokes are intended to provide versatility in shot patterns, with the full choke offering a tighter spread ideal for long-range shooting, while the modified choke provides a more open spread for mid-range use. By offering these options, Camvate enhanced the Model 900's adaptability for different types of shooting, including hunting and sport …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Taurus Millennium G2 is a durable and reliable semi-auto pistol, offered at a great price point. The compact frame lends the pistol for concealed carry use. The G2 utilizes a striker-fired mechanism, with a trigger safety and a manual thumb safety. The Taurus Security System (TSS) makes the pistol inoperable with a keyed lock. A fixed front sight with an adjustable rear sight allows you to get sighted in with a variety of ammunition. The polymer frame has an integral a …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe GLOCK 42 Semi-Auto Pistol is a slim, subcompact semi-auto pistol designed specifically for concealed carry. Made with the same materials and quality control as all GLOCK semi-automatic pistols, the G42 is a carry gun you can count on at the moment of truth. Internally, the GLOCK 42 employs the same striker, short-recoil operated, and locked-breech barrel as the larger framed GLOCK pistols and uses a dual recoil spring assembly as the Gen4 pistols. The Safe-Action trigg …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisChambered in 5.56×45 mm (.223 Rem.), the FN FS2000 Tactical is a civilian legal, semi-auto only variant of the proven FN F2000 selective-fire bullpup carbine that offers an integrated MIL-STD-1913 top mounting rail and emergency backup folding sights. The FN FS2000 carbine is gas-operated and uses a rotating bolt lockup for reliability and greater accuracy. Its 17.44-inch cold hammer-forged MIL-SPEC barrel is fitted with a muzzle brake. Fired cases are ejected through a fo …