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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Colt's introduction of the Model 1889 marked a watershed moment in revolver design, pioneering the first double-action revolver with a swing-out cylinder. This innovative design was swiftly adopted by the US Navy as the Model of 1889 and later by the US Army in the Model of 1892, which featured slight improvements. The commercial variant of the Model 1889 also gained immediate popularity among civilians. Colt continued to refine the design with subsequent models such as …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Single Action Army (SAA), also known as the Colt .45 or Colt Peacemaker, is an iconic revolver that has become a symbol of the American West since its introduction in 1873 by Samuel Colt. Developed to meet the U.S. Army's demand for a reliable sidearm, its single-action mechanism required the hammer to be manually cocked before firing, providing faster, more reliable shots suitable for both military and civilian use. The SAA was adopted by the Army and became a …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Thompson Center was proud to introduce a completely new muzzleloading shooting concept called the System I In-Line Rifle. This new concept features complete takedown capabilities, with a removable breech plug and an interchangeable barrel system. After studying the requirements needed to make a removable breech plug that would combine safety, reliability, and ease of cleaning, they are introducing an innovation in breech plug design called the taper-lock breech …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible is a versatile single-action revolver that combines the classic design features of the original Blackhawk with modern innovation, offering a user-friendly and adaptable shooting experience. One of the key highlights of this model is its ability to easily convert between calibers, thanks to its interchangeable cylinder system. The revolver can switch between .32 H&R Magnum and .32-20 Winchester, offering the flexibility to cho …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Semi-Automatic Rimfire Pistol combines ease of use with long-lasting accuracy, featuring a simple 1-button takedown design. Its lightweight, precision-molded polymer grip frame securely houses the internal cylindrical bolt construction, ensuring permanent sight-to-barrel alignment for enhanced accuracy compared to traditional moving-slide models. The 5.5" cold hammer-forged bull barrel is crafted with highly precise rifling to deliver exceptional, …