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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Government MKIV Series 80 was introduced in 1983, marking a significant evolution of the iconic Colt 1911 pistol design. This iteration brought new features, like an internal firing pin safety system, to increase the firearm's safety and reliability. The Series 80 also improved its ability to feed hollow point ammunition, addressing the limitations of previous models, which often required aftermarket modifications for optimal performance. This model debuted at a …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe 1911 is widely considered as one of the best combat pistols ever designed and the first successful self-loading pistol. It was created by John Browning, an American firearms inventor. This pistol is the oldest service pistol in the world, still being used in over 25 nations and has been popular for over 100 years. In 1983, the Colt Mark IV Series 80 was introduced which had a new safety feature called the firing pin block system. This system made it impossible for …