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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ruger Single-Six revolver is a single-action rimfire handgun manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co. It was first introduced in June of 1953. The current version of this revolver is known as the New Model Single-Six, which includes Ruger's transfer bar mechanism for enhanced safety. The term "New Model" refers to the addition of the transfer bar mechanism, which allows all six chambers to be loaded while carrying the revolver safely. Before 1973, the Single-Six did not …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ruger LC9 (standing for "Lightweight Compact 9mm") is a 9mm caliber, recoil-operated, locked breech, hammer fired, semi-automatic pistol announced by Ruger at the 2011 SHOT Show. This pistol has safety features, including a loaded chamber indicator and magazine disconnect safety, that allow it to be sold in California and Massachusetts. The LC9 has a 3.12-inch (8 cm) barrel, and is 6 inches (15 cm) long and 4.5 inches (11 cm) tall. The LC9 is 0.9 inches (2 cm) wid …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ruger Blackhawk revolver is meticulously crafted to cater to the specific needs of modern single-action shooters. The revolver comes with a patented transfer bar mechanism and loading gate interlock that provides an unparalleled level of safety and security against accidental discharge. These features give the shooter the confidence to focus solely on their shooting experience. The Blackhawk's cold hammer-forged barrel is designed to offer ultra-precise rifling, which …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ruger Vaquero is a six-shot single-action revolver manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co. based on the New Model Ruger Blackhawk frame and was introduced in 1993. It comes in blued steel, case colored, and a gloss stainless finish (the latter gloss stainless finish is intended to resemble a 19th-century nickel-plated finish closely), all of which are available with wood, hard rubber, simulated ivory or black micarta grips and fixed sights. It arose with the popularity …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe lightweight, compact design of the Ruger LCP Semi-Auto Pistol makes it an ideal concealed carry gun that's comfortable to carry all day and quick to deploy. The LCP utilizes a double-action-only, hammer-fired mechanism, with the hammer recessed into the rear of the slide to prevent snagging. The double-action-only firing mode makes it simple to use in stressed situations—no levers or switches to remember—just point and shoot. The LCP features low profile front and rear …