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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Star Ultra Star is a compact, reliable semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm, designed with both durability and ease of use in mind. Featuring a polymer frame reinforced with internal strengthening ribs, the Ultra Star offers a lightweight yet sturdy build that weighs approximately 1.5 lbs when empty and 1.9 lbs with a full 9-round single-stack magazine. Its compact size, combined with a 3.57-inch barrel, makes it an excellent choice for concealed carry, where both …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The XD(M) pistol from Springfield Armory redefines what a polymer pistol can be. The XD(M) has everything you want and need in a pistol – superior ergonomics, reliable performance, and features that make it easy and intuitive to use. The XD(M) 5.25" Competition Series is the right pistol for those who are ready to step up their game with a pistol built specifically for competition. The XD(M) 5.25" Competition Series has the longest slide an …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Astra 600 is a Spanish semi-automatic pistol that gained historical significance during World War II, particularly for its service with the Wehrmacht. Originally designed by the Spanish firm Unceta y Cia as a shortened version of the earlier Astra 400, the Astra 600 was chambered for the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge, the standard issue for the German military at the time. The German government, recognizing the utility of the Astra 600 for their forces, requested that t …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The SCCY CPX-2 is a subcompact semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm, designed for concealed carrying and general self-defense. Although it may not be as well-known as other compact pistols in the same category, it offers numerous advantageous features that make it stand out from the competition, all for a very affordable price. The CPX-2 is SCCY Industries' second model, introduced in 2011. It belongs to the same product family as the earlier CPX-1, which has been av …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Hi-Point Model JCP is a semi-automatic pistol that operates on a blowback mechanism and is chambered for the .40 S&W round. Like all Hi-Point pistols, the JCP features a polymer frame, making it lightweight, while its 4.5-inch barrel and slide are constructed from ZAMAK-3, a zinc-aluminum alloy, with steel reinforcements to ensure durability. This pistol includes an integral accessory rail, allowing users to mount lasers and flashlights using Hi-Point rings, enhan …