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Recap on The 8/25 Sunday ShowcaseThe Smith & Wesson 5905 is a semi-automatic pistol that belongs to the company's third generation of 9mm handguns, which are renowned for their robust construction and reliable performance. Introduced in the late 1980s and early 1990s, the 5905 is part of the larger 5900 series and is characterized by its all-blued steel construction. This all-steel build gives the pistol a durable and substantial feel, enhancing its longevity and providing a stable shooting …

Recap on The 8/25 Sunday ShowcaseThe Polish M44 carbine, also known as the Karabinek wz. 1944, is a distinctive piece of military hardware from the mid-20th century. Developed during World War II, this carbine is a modified version of the Soviet Mosin-Nagant M91/30 rifle, adapted for Polish use. Characterized by its shorter barrel and overall compact design, the M44 was designed to be more maneuverable in close combat while still delivering the powerful 7.62x54mmR round. It features a folding ba …

Recap on The 8/11 Sunday ShowcaseThe Browning lever action rifles are synonymous with quality and craftsmanship, and the BLR stands at the pinnacle of their lever action offerings. Featuring an aircraft-grade aluminum receiver with a striking nickel finish and intricate high-relief engraving, it epitomizes elegance in firearm design. Built for functionality as well as beauty, it comes equipped with drilled and tapped mounts for scope installation, ensuring precision aiming. The stainless steel b …

Recap on The 8/11 Sunday ShowcaseFollowing World War II...Colt was one of the first gun companies to begin making guns using new "Space Age" materials like aluminum. Colt's first entry in the field was with the aluminum framed Colt Commander automatic of 1949. Their second entry was with an aluminum frame version of the Detective Special. Colt called this aluminum alloy "Coltalloy". This new model was named the Colt Cobra. This was the first time Colt named a gun after a snake, and led to a seri …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisIn the late 1960s, Colt began to be concerned with a decline in its market share because of price increases brought about by the high labor costs inherent in its manufacturing processes. In response, an entirely new product line of revolvers dubbed the MK III series debuted in 1969. Intended to be the first major advancement of Colt’s designs since the beginning of the 20th Century, the MK IIIs used a new ‘J’ frame and had no parts interchangeability with older models. The …