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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: In 1880, Daniel Myron Lefever patented the first commercially successful hammerless breach-loading shotgun. He had been involved in several unsuccessful firearms businesses after the Civil War, but his new shotgun design quickly became popular. Unfortunately, “Uncle Dan” lost control of the Lefever Arms Co. in 1883 after a fire. The founder was named Superintendent of the company bearing his name, but A. Ames Howlett became president. After years of success, …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ithaca Custom 1911 Solley Special is a unique and meticulously crafted semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP, bearing the serial number 7490. This model stands out due to its custom features and the specific "Solley Special" designation, which indicates a specialized version likely produced in limited numbers or for a particular client or dealer. The Solley Special features a 4-inch barrel, which is slightly shorter than the standard 5-inch barrel commonly found o …