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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson 4590 Transitional Model emerged as an intriguing development in the evolution of Smith & Wesson's semi-automatic pistols. This model bridges the second and third generations of the company's popular 9mm handguns. The transition from the second generation, typified by models like the 459, to the third generation, which included models like the 5906, brought several design enhancements and functional improvements. One of the key reasons for the dev …

Recap on The 8/25 Sunday ShowcaseThe Smith & Wesson 5905 is a semi-automatic pistol that belongs to the company's third generation of 9mm handguns, which are renowned for their robust construction and reliable performance. Introduced in the late 1980s and early 1990s, the 5905 is part of the larger 5900 series and is characterized by its all-blued steel construction. This all-steel build gives the pistol a durable and substantial feel, enhancing its longevity and providing a stable shooting …

SpecificationsManufacturer: Smith & Wesson Caliber: .22 Long Rifle Standard Velocity Rounds: 500 Total Rounds - 10 Boxes of 50 Rounds EachCaliber: .22 Long Rifle Max-Velocity Rounds: 500 Total Rounds - 10 Boxes of 50 Rounds Images …

Recap on The 8/18 Sunday ShowcaseThe Ruger Model 77/17, a distinguished addition to Ruger’s rimfire rifle series, made its debut in 1984 after years of anticipation. This rifle is chambered in the .17 HMR, a caliber renowned for its accuracy and flat trajectory, making it ideal for both varmint hunting and precision shooting. The Model 77/17 features a 22-inch blue barrel that provides a perfect balance between weight and performance, ensuring reliable accuracy over a variety of distances. The …

Recap on The 8/18 Sunday ShowcaseThe Type 99 rifle or Type 99 short rifle was a bolt-action rifle of the Arisaka design used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. During the Second Sino-Japanese War in the 1930s, the Japanese soon found that the 7.7mm cartridge being fired by their Type 92 heavy machine gun in China was superior to the 6.5×50mm cartridge of the Type 38 rifle. This necessitated the development of a new weapon to replace the outclassed Type 38 and finally standardize …