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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The classic. The ultimate icon. The legendary hero. Descended from the M14 rifle, the M1A is a civilian-legal semi-auto version of that revered U.S. Military rifle that dominates the competition fields — and the heart of America. From 1959 to 1970, the M14 served with distinction as the standard issue rifle of the United States military after the revered M1 Garand. When Springfield Armory made the civilian-legal variant in 1974, shooters across the land r …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger New Model Blackhawk in .357 Magnum is a standout in the world of single-action revolvers, offering modern features while retaining the timeless appeal of classic designs. The revolver combines the solid frame and comfortable grip of traditional single-actions with Ruger’s innovative transfer bar ignition system. This transfer bar system, along with the frame-mounted firing pin and loading gate interlock, enhances the safety and reliability of the revolver …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Sig Sauer P320 is a highly versatile family of modular striker-fired pistols that has gained widespread popularity among law enforcement, military, and civilian shooters worldwide. Introduced in 2014, the P320 series features a unique design that allows users to easily swap out grip modules, slides, and barrels to customize the pistol’s size, caliber, and ergonomics without tools. Available in multiple calibers including 9mm, .40 S&W, and .357 SIG, the P320 …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Walther P22 Target is a refined variant of the widely recognized Walther P22 semi-automatic pistol, crafted with a focus on delivering improved precision and performance for both recreational shooters and those engaged in competitive target shooting. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle (LR), it provides low recoil and affordable shooting, making it an excellent option for new shooters, hobbyists, and anyone looking to sharpen their accuracy without the expense of larger-cali …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Glock 17 Gen 4 in 9mm introduces a host of revolutionary design improvements to the world’s most popular and reliable pistol. At the forefront is the innovative Modular Back Strap system, which enables shooters to effortlessly customize the grip size, ensuring a comfortable and secure hold tailored precisely to individual hand dimensions. The frame is enhanced with Glock’s new Gen4 Rough Textured Surface—an advanced, scientifically engineered textur …