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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. released an article on November 07, 2006, announcing a cased set of .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum "Flat Tops" with matching serial numbers. In 2005, Sturm, Ruger celebrated the 50th Anniversary of its first centerfire revolver, the legendary Ruger Blackhawk in .357 Magnum, by announcing a 50th Anniversary model. Produced only in 2005, the original Blackhawk-size "Flat Top" frame featured an original "micro"-style click adjusta …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger 10/22 Carbine Model 1103 is the quintessential .22 Long Rifle for American shooters, offering an ideal combination of affordability, reliability, and versatility. This model, with its classic hardwood stock, evokes traditional styling while delivering the modern performance that has made the 10/22 platform a mainstay since its introduction in 1964. At just 5 pounds and 37 inches overall, it is lightweight and compact, making it perfect for young shooters, small …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Old Army is a robust and uniquely modern take on the traditional black powder revolver, blending 19th-century percussion firearm technology with 20th-century engineering. Introduced by Sturm, Ruger in 1972 and produced until 2008, the Old Army stands apart from most cap and ball revolvers in that it is not a reproduction of a historical firearm. Instead, it is built on the proven Ruger Blackhawk frame—a design originally derived from the Colt Peacemaker&m …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Redhawk is a double-action revolver that marked the company's debut into the world of large-bore handguns. It was available in various barrel lengths and chambered for cartridges like .357 and .44 Magnum. However, the Super Redhawk is the next generation of this line of firearms and has some upgrades that make it an even more impressive weapon. It incorporates elements of the .357 GP-100, but its frame is more robust, allowing it to handle some of the most powe …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Blackhawk, introduced in 1955, is a six-shot, single-action revolver that quickly earned a reputation for reliability and durability. Manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co., the Blackhawk's simple yet robust design made it a hit in the firearms market. Initially chambered in .357 Magnum, the revolver was versatile and produced in a variety of finishes, calibers, and barrel lengths, allowing it to appeal to a wide range of shooters. In 1956, with the launch of t …