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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Anaconda, introduced in 1990, marked the return of Colt's large-frame double-action revolvers after the discontinuation of the New Service in 1942. Based on the successful King Cobra design, the Anaconda featured a stainless steel construction and a transfer bar ignition-safety action, specifically engineered to handle the powerful .44 Magnum round. With a massive forged frame and heat-treated cylinder, it was built for maximum strength and durability. The Anaco …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Single Action Army (SAA), also known by several other names such as the Peacemaker, Model P, and M1873, is one of the most iconic revolvers in history. Designed by Colt’s Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company for the U.S. government’s service revolver trials in 1872, it was adopted as the standard-issue revolver of the U.S. Army from 1873 to 1892. The revolver was initially chambered in .45 Colt, which became the most famous and enduring of its many …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: This stunning Florida Colt Frontier Scout is designed to honor 150 years since Florida became a US Territory. The revolver is chambered in .22 Long Rifle and comes with a beautifully crafted presentation case, making it a fitting tribute to the Sunshine State. Whether you are seeking another exceptional .22 shooter or aiming to fill a gap in your collection, this piece is sure to impress. The Territory of Florida was an organized, incorporated territory of the Unite …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Single Action Army (also known as the SAA, Model P, Peacemaker, or M1873) is a single-action revolver handgun. It was designed for the U.S. government service revolver trials of 1872 by Colt's Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company (today known as Colt's Manufacturing Company). The Colt SAA has been offered in over 30 different calibers and various barrel lengths. Its overall appearance has remained …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: In 1966, Colt introduced the Colt Diamondback revolver. The Diamondback was intended to be a premium quality adjustable sighted small framed revolver resembling the popular Python. The new Diamondback was built on the Colt "D" frame used for the Detective Special, Police Positive Special, etc. It had a wide, long, grooved Target hammer, Target-type walnut grips, Colt Accro adjustable sight, and a barrel that looked like a Python barrel and was built on Python machinery. …