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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisIn 2019, SIG SAUER, Inc. announced that they would release authentic M17 Military Surplus handguns to the commercial market. These handguns were manufactured under contract with the U.S. Army and were made according to the original specifications of the Modular Handgun System (MHS). This is an exclusive offering from SIG SAUER, with limited availability. Please note that the condition of the handguns may vary based on field use.“The M17 Military Surplus handguns are a very …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson SD40 VE Semi-Auto Pistol is a great option for concealed carry and home defense. It features a striker-fired action (no external hammer) that's activated with a 2-piece Self Defense Trigger for a consistent pull. The pistol has a unique two-tone look with a polymer frame and contrasting stainless steel slide. Aiming is easy with the white dot front and dual white dot rear sight. The textured grip provides better control, and a standard Picatinny rail …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson M&P (Military and Police) is a polymer-framed, short recoil-operated, locked-breech semi-automatic pistol introduced in the summer of 2005 by the American company Smith & Wesson. It uses a Browning-type locking system. While targeted at law enforcement agencies, the M&P is also widely available on the commercial market. In 2008, Smith & Wesson introduced new versions of the M&P: the M&P45 Mid-size, the M&P45 Compact, the M …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisA highly rated concealed carry pistol, the Taurus 709 Slim is filled with the standard options Taurus is renowned for and at a very reasonable price. Those are the greatest attributes of this compact 9mm or .40 caliber sidearm, along with a smooth design that doesn’t snag on clothing when pulled. The hammerless design lends itself well to waistbands, leg holsters, and especially purses. It was designed by Taurus as an entry-level self-defense weapon that can still deliver …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe 1911 and 1911-A1 pistols served the military of the United States from 1911 to 1985, through two World Wars and the Korean and Vietnam wars. They gained a reputation as a reliable handgun with plenty of stopping power, and are held in high regard by those who have used them. Early in WWII, Colt couldn’t produce enough pistols for the military, and in 1942, contracts were let to Remington Rand, Ithaca, and the Union Switch and Signal Company to produce pistols. Ithaca d …