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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: This is the standard Taurus Curve model and does not include the light and laser. Your body has curves, so why aren’t pistols shaped to match? That’s precisely the question the engineering team at Taurus challenged themselves to answer, and the results are unlike anything you’ve seen before. Introducing the Taurus Curve, the world’s first and only curved firearm. Engineered to fit the unique contours of your body with no visible printing, the Curv …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 17 is a six-shot double-action revolver that uses .22 LR rounds. It is based on Smith & Wesson's medium-sized K-frame. The Model 16 and Model 17 were originally part of the company's Pre-World War 2 Hand Ejector series in the 1930s. After World War 2, these two revolver models were introduced as companion pieces, known as the K-32 and K-22, respectively. The K-32 Masterpiece (Model 16) was first launched in 1935 and was chambered in .32 S …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: In 1966, Colt introduced the Colt Diamondback revolver. The Diamondback was intended to be a premium quality adjustable sighted small framed revolver resembling the popular Python. The new Diamondback was built on the Colt "D" frame used for the Detective Special, Police Positive Special, etc. It had a wide, long, grooved Target hammer, Target-type walnut grips, Colt Accro adjustable sight, and a barrel that looked like a Python barrel and was built on Python machinery. …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt 1911 Gold Cup Trophy is a precision-engineered competition pistol that brings the legendary performance of the Gold Cup series to an accessible price point. Built on the iconic 1911 platform, this semi-automatic pistol is chambered in .45 ACP, maintaining the powerful stopping power and smooth operation that have defined Colt’s 1911 lineage for over a century. It features a 5-inch National Match barrel, ensuring exceptional accuracy and consistency, making …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 is a legendary double/single-action revolver, renowned for its powerful .44 Magnum chambering and association with both hunting and cinematic history. Built on Smith & Wesson’s robust N-frame, this revolver features a 6.5-inch pinned barrel with a shrouded extractor rod, a configuration known for its balance between accuracy and manageable recoil. The nickel finish enhances its durability and aesthetic appeal, giving it a strik …