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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: This LWRC M61C is a highly refined, purpose-built rifle configured for long-range precision and tactical versatility. Chambered in 6.5 Grendel, it takes full advantage of the cartridge’s superior ballistic performance, delivering flatter trajectories and better energy retention at extended distances compared to traditional 5.56 NATO. The rifle features a 22" stainless steel barrel with a 1:7.85" twist rate and 5R rifling, optimized for stabilizing high-BC projectil …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Browning A-5 Light Twelve is a classic semi-automatic shotgun that has earned its place in history as one of the most reliable and iconic firearms designed by the legendary John Browning. Chambered in 12 gauge with a 2 ¾" chamber, this shotgun features a 28-inch vent ribbed barrel with an Improved Modified choke bore, making it ideal for various hunting applications, particularly upland bird and waterfowl hunting. The vent rib design enhances sighting accuracy …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The M1 Garand or M1 rifle is a semi-automatic rifle that was the service rifle of the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. The rifle was chambered in .30 M1 Carbine and the .30-06 Springfield cartridge and was named after its Canadian-American designer, John Garand. It was the first standard-issue autoloading rifle for the United States. By most accounts, the M1 ri …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Pioneer Arms Sporter is a semi-automatic civilian version of the classic Polish AK-47, originally manufactured in Radom, Poland by Pioneer Arms and completed in the United States by Pioneer Arms U.S.A. Built around a military-spec Polish receiver and barrel, the rifle maintains the rugged durability and functional reliability expected from Eastern Bloc firearms. The matte parkerized finish offers corrosion resistance and a utilitarian look in keeping with its militar …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Mark I is a historically significant semi-automatic rimfire pistol, forming the foundation of one of the most successful .22 caliber handgun lineages in history. Introduced in the early 1950s, the Mark I was a refined evolution of the original 1949 Standard Model, featuring enhancements aimed at target shooters and sportsmen. With its longer 6.875-inch barrel (and later variants such as the rarer 5.25-inch version) and upgraded target sights, the Mark I Target …