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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt M1911 (also known as 1911, Colt 1911, or Colt Government in the case of Colt-produced models) is a single-action, recoil-operated, semi-automatic pistol chambered for the .45 ACP cartridge. The pistol's formal U.S. military designation as of 1940 was Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911 for the original model adopted in March 1911, and Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911A1 for the improved M1911A1 model, which entered service in 1926. The designation changed to P …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Springfield Armory M1 Garand Receiver is a key component of one of the most iconic semi-automatic rifles ever produced, designed to handle the powerful .30-06 cartridge. Manufactured by Springfield Armory, this receiver is stamped at the rear with the markings: "U.S. Rifle - CAL. .30 M1 - Springfield Armory - 5397719", indicating its military lineage and authenticity. The receiver itself is constructed from high-quality steel and finished in a durable Parkerized c …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThese pistols are original Italian made Beretta's that were used by Italian law enforcement agencies. Beretta's medium frame 8X series (models 81 through 87) features an open-top slide similar to the larger 9mm 92 models but utilizes a fixed barrel blowback action due to the lower power calibers employed. The various models are chambered for either .22LR, .32 or .380 Auto. These alloy frame double-action pistols feature an exposed hammer and a frame-mounted ambi safety wit …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Beretta AL-2 is a distinguished semi-automatic shotgun famous for its combination of reliability and performance. Introduced by Beretta in 1973, the AL-2 utilizes a gas-operated system, which enables smooth cycling of rounds and reduces recoil for improved shooting comfort. This shotgun boasts a durable, well-balanced walnut stock with checkering, providing a secure yet comfortable grip while shooting. The Beretta AL-2 is suitable for a variety of shooting activities, …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Remington 1100 is a gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun introduced by Remington Arms in 1963. The Model 1100 bleeds off-gases to operate the action through ports in the barrel near the fore-end. The gasses then drive a steel action sleeve that fits around the magazine tube and connects to the bolt carrier to the rear, ejecting the spent shell. A fresh shell is released from the magazine, which trips the carrier release, and the action spring in the stock pushes the bol …