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Bryant Ridge's Anaylsis: The Colt AR-15 A2 Government Carbine (Model R6520) is a classic and historically significant carbine that reflects the transitional design period of the late 1980s and early 1990s in American firearms development. Chambered in .223 Remington (5.56mm NATO), this semi-automatic rifle is a civilian and law enforcement counterpart to the U.S. military's M16A2, incorporating many of the same features that were standardized by the Army in the mid-1980s. The carbine features a …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt AR-15 SP1 is a historically significant rifle that closely mirrors the original military-issued M16, designed for the civilian market in a semi-automatic configuration. Chambered in .223 Remington, this model features a 20-inch chrome moly barrel with a 1:12 twist rate—ideal for stabilizing lighter 55-grain projectiles, consistent with the ammunition used during the Vietnam-era service years. Finished in anodized black, the SP1 sports classic design elemen …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: In1942 Colt discontinued it's large frame double-action revolver, the New Service. Colt would not build another large frame model until 1990, when it introduced the Colt Anaconda. The Anaconda was a stainless steel revolver based on the proven King Cobra revolver design, using a transfer bar ignition-safety action. The Anaconda was specifically designed for unlimited use of .44 Magnum ammo and had a massive forged frame and cylinder heat treated to provide the maximum st …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt King Cobra Target in .22 LR is a robust, American-made revolver built with durability, precision, and high-volume shooting in mind. Engineered for performance, it features a 10-round capacity cylinder—ideal for extended range sessions with fewer reloads. Its US-forged stainless-steel frame and one-piece stainless steel barrel deliver outstanding accuracy and long-term reliability, making it a solid choice for both novice and experienced shooters. Whether i …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Cobra "D" Frame revolver holds a unique place in firearms history as Colt's second venture into aluminum alloy construction, following the introduction of the Colt Commander. Debuting in 1950, the Cobra was essentially an aluminum-framed version of the popular Detective Special, built with Colt’s proprietary "Coltalloy." This innovation significantly reduced weight, making the Cobra an ideal choice for plainclothes officers and concealed carry users who ne …