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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt Single Action Army (also known as the SAA, Model P, Peacemaker, or M1873) is a single-action revolver handgun. It was designed for the U.S. government service revolver trials of 1872 by Colt's Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company (today known as Colt's Manufacturing Company) and was adopted as the standard-issued pistol of the U.S. Army from 1873 to 1892.The Colt SAA has been offered in over 30 different calibers and various barrel lengths. Its overall appearance …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ruger Blackhawk revolver is meticulously crafted to cater to the specific needs of modern single-action shooters. The revolver comes with a patented transfer bar mechanism and loading gate interlock that provides an unparalleled level of safety and security against accidental discharge. These features give the shooter the confidence to focus solely on their shooting experience. The Blackhawk's cold hammer-forged barrel is designed to offer ultra-precise rifling, which …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisDesigned to compete with Colt's 1873 single-action, the 1875 Remington revolver has a similar, yet distinctive look all its own. Around 25,000 of these sleek six-shooters were turned out from1875-1889, and were held in high esteem by many Westerners, including none other than the notorious outlaw Frank James, who praised its handling capabilities, as did noted 1880sTexas Ranger Bill McDonald. It was also the choice of the U.S. Department of the Interior, who purchased seve …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Heritage Rough Rider Small Bore 22 Long Rifle is a 6-round revolver with a 6.5-inch blued barrel. Inspired by the traditions of the Old West, this revolver boasts the look and feel of the legendary Single Action Army revolver, but in a scaled-down version. It is chambered for the .22LR and manufactured with state-of-the-art precision machinery to ensure accuracy and reliability. The cylinder lock-up is tight and the action's timing is perfect, making it easy to put you …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Ruger Vaquero is a six-shot single-action revolver manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co. It is based on the New Model Ruger Blackhawk frame and was introduced in 1993. The revolver comes in blued steel, case colored, and a gloss stainless finish. These finishes are available with wood, hard rubber, simulated ivory, or black micarta grips and fixed sights. The demand for a more traditional single-action revolver arose with the popularity of Cowboy Action Shooting. It c …