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Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The compact Bond Arms Roughneck Derringer represents the modern incarnation of the concealed-carry classic. Compatible with all standard Bond Arms interchangeable barrels, this model comes equipped with a patented rebounding hammer, retracting firing pins, and frame and double barrel crafted from stainless steel. Other highlights of the Bond Arms Roughneck Derringer include cross-bolt safety; spring-loaded, cammed locking lever; synthetic black rubber grip; and front blad …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt M1911 (also known as 1911, Colt 1911, or Colt Government in the case of Colt-produced models) is a single-action, recoil-operated, semi-automatic pistol chambered for the .45 ACP cartridge. The pistol's formal U.S. military designation as of 1940 was Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911 for the original model adopted in March 1911, and Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911A1 for the improved M1911A1 model, which entered service in 1926. The designation changed to P …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThese pistols are original Italian made Beretta's that were used by Italian law enforcement agencies. Beretta's medium frame 8X series (models 81 through 87) features an open-top slide similar to the larger 9mm 92 models but utilizes a fixed barrel blowback action due to the lower power calibers employed. The various models are chambered for either .22LR, .32 or .380 Auto. These alloy frame double-action pistols feature an exposed hammer and a frame-mounted ambi safety wit …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisIntroducing the F.I.E. Firearms Model D.38 Derringer, a compact yet formidable choice for self-defense. This classic derringer boasts a chrome-finished stainless-steel frame, barrel, and a single-action trigger for fast and straightforward operation. Chambered in .38 SPL, it delivers substantial stopping power while remaining lightweight and easily concealable. The F.I.E. Model D.38 Derringer is perfect for everyday carry and is ideal for those needing a reliable and discr …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisRöhm Gesellschaft, often referred to as RG, is a German brand of firearms and related shooting equipment. In the early 1950s, Röhm GmbH of Sontheim/Brenz, which was traditionally focused on the production of chucking tools, diversified its product line and began to produce gas alarm guns, flare guns, starting pistols and handguns. Röhm's product line of firearms was primarily established under the brand name RG. Following importation limits imposed on handguns by the 1968 …