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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Browning Hi-Power is a legendary semi-automatic pistol, renowned for its design and historical significance. This model is chambered in 9mm, offering a balance of manageable recoil and effective stopping power. The 4 5/8" barrel length contributes to its accuracy, while the blue finish gives it a sleek, classic appearance. The Hi-Power's distinctive checkered walnut grips, featuring the rare and sought-after “red back,” add a touch of elegance and functio …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Model 16 is a .32 S&W Long double-action revolver built on the square-butt K-frame, previously known as the K-32 Masterpiece. The postwar version introduced several key updates, including a new hammer block for enhanced safety, a serrated barrel rib, and a micrometer-click adjustable rear sight. It features a 6-shot, fluted cylinder with a nominal length of 1.56", a 6-inch pinned barrel, and checkered walnut magna-style grips with S&W medallions and a diamond …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Savage 1899/99 model rifles have quite a history. They were preceded by the Model 1895, which was the first hammerless lever-action rifle produced. A hammerless action was useful as it reduces the lock time, allows the rifle to be fired more accurately, and is less likely to jam in brush or snag in clothing. The 1895 and 1899/99 models used a rotary magazine to hold the cartridges, using a spring-loaded spool with grooves. The 1899/99 models added a counter to the sp …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Trojan was first produced in 1912 and was Parker's attempt to get into the less expensive market at a sales price of $25.50. To keep the costs down, in an effort to appeal to the "average" man, no customer options were offered on the Trojan. This kept production costs down and made the factory processes easier; remember, production line processes were not mature at that time. The latching system was changed to reduce costs even further, and around 1920, the rib exten …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The J. Stevens Model No. 70 Visible Loading rifle is a classic example of early 20th-century American firearm engineering. Chambered for .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle cartridges, this pump-action rifle was designed to be a reliable and affordable option for small game hunting and target shooting. It features a 24-inch octagonal barrel with a blued finish, providing durability and a traditional aesthetic. The rifle’s sighting system consists of a brass bead front …