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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisPalmetto State Armory is an American firearms company based in Columbia, South Carolina. The name is derived from South Carolina's official nickname, "The Palmetto State". Palmetto State Armory operates several retail locations around the states of South Carolina, Georgia and North Carolina. Jamin McCallum established Palmetto State Armory in 2008 after leaving a career in accounting. Palmetto State Armory began with Jamin selling magazines and ammunition online by fulfill …

Bryant RIdge's AnalysisInland Manufacturing Division of General Motors was the only manufacturer of the M1A1 and manufactured approximately 140,000 by the close of the war. The M1A1 was manufactured in two main production runs, both of approximately 70,000. The first was produced and delivered from late 1942 through until October 1943. M1A1s produced during this run will have early production features, such as flip sights, type 1 barrel bands, high wood etc.The second production run, started in …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson Model 19 is a revolver produced by Smith & Wesson that was introduced in 1957 on its K-frame. The Model 19 is chambered for .357 Magnum. The .357 Magnum is the oldest "magnum" handgun cartridge. Smith & Wesson played a significant part in the development and success of the cartridge and revolver that went with it. Firearms writer and experimenter Philip Sharpe is credited for its development during the 1930s when police agencies were asking f …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisColt’s 1911 served the United States military through two World Wars and several other conflicts, is still in use by some units today, and has become popular with law enforcement, competitors, and recreational shooters across the nation. The design has seen some updates including a firing-pin block safety, higher profile sights, and more ergonomic grips, but the basic design and fantastic trigger remain the same after more than a century. This is an interesting variation f …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Winchester 370 is a single-shot, break-action shotgun that was manufactured from 1968 to 1973. It is chambered in 12 gauge and accepts 2 3/4" and 3" shotshells, making it a versatile option for hunting, practice, or range use. A durable blue finish with a smooth wood buttstock and forearm gives it a classic look, reminiscent of old-school shotguns. This particular example features a stamp on the left side of the buttstock that reads "City of Dearborn" and an 18 1/4" ba …