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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Colt Single Action Army (SAA), also known as the Colt .45 or Colt Peacemaker, is an iconic revolver that has become a symbol of the American West since its introduction in 1873 by Samuel Colt. Developed to meet the U.S. Army's demand for a reliable sidearm, its single-action mechanism required the hammer to be manually cocked before firing, providing faster, more reliable shots suitable for both military and civilian use. The SAA was adopted by the Army and became st …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The North American Arms (NAA) .22 Magnum is a compact and robust single-action revolver, perfect for discreet carry and versatile applications. With its stainless finish, the revolver is resistant to wear and corrosion, making it durable for everyday use. Its 1 1/8" barrel ensures a highly compact profile, fitting easily into a pocket or holster for ultimate concealability. The revolver is equipped with a blade front sight and a frame-notch rear sight, providing a basic b …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The compact Bond Arms Roughneck Derringer represents the modern incarnation of the concealed-carry classic. Compatible with all standard Bond Arms interchangeable barrels, this model comes equipped with a patented rebounding hammer, retracting firing pins, and frame and double barrel crafted from stainless steel. Other highlights of the Bond Arms Roughneck Derringer include cross-bolt safety; spring-loaded, cammed locking lever; synthetic black rubber grip; and front blad …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Uberti Gene Autry Tribute is an extremely rare collector’s edition revolver, with only 150 units produced. This limited edition was created to honor Gene Autry, the legendary "Singing Cowboy" who became a cultural icon through his roles in Western films and his contributions to country music. Autry was a central figure in shaping the public's image of the American cowboy during the mid-20th century, making him an ideal figure for a tribute revolver that embodies the sp …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt Single Action Army handgun is a single-action revolver designed for the US government service revolver trials of 1873 by Colt’s Manufacturing Company and adopted as the standard military service revolver until 1892. Although the SAA has been offered in over 30 different calibers and various barrel lengths, its overall appearance has remained consistent since 1873. Colt has discontinued its production twice but brought it back due to excessive demand. The Colt Bunt …