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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, …

Bryant Ridge Analysis: Smith & Wesson’s dominance in the .357 Mag. market changed forever in 1955 when Colt introduced its first revolver chambered in .357 Magnum: The Python. By all accounts, Colt executives also considered this to be the finest revolver the company produced at the time. No expense was spared in the manufacturing process, from the revolver’s timing and lock-up to its Royal Blue finish, this would be the pinnacle of Colt’s manufacturing prowess and remains& …