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Recap on The 8/11 Sunday ShowcaseFollowing World War II...Colt was one of the first gun companies to begin making guns using new "Space Age" materials like aluminum. Colt's first entry in the field was with the aluminum framed Colt Commander automatic of 1949. Their second entry was with an aluminum frame version of the Detective Special. Colt called this aluminum alloy "Coltalloy". This new model was named the Colt Cobra. This was the first time Colt named a gun after a snake, and led to a seri …

Recap on The 8/4 Sunday ShowcaseThe Colt Government MKIV Series 70 chambered in 9mm Steyr is a rare firearm primarily due to its limited production and the niche nature of its chambering. The Series 70, introduced in the 1970s, was largely produced in the more popular .45 ACP and 9mm Luger calibers. The decision to chamber a small batch in 9mm Steyr, a cartridge originally designed for the Steyr M1912 pistol and not widely used beyond that, makes this variant particularly uncommon. The 9mm Steyr …

Recap on The 8/4 Sunday ShowcaseThe Smith & Wesson Model 032 is a unique and rare double-action-only revolver chambered in both .32 H&R Magnum and .32 S&W. Built on an alloy J-frame with three screws, it features a 2-inch steel barrel marked with "Airweight" and "32 MAGNUM." This revolver has a 6-shot fluted steel cylinder with a nominal length of 1.4 inches and a fully concealed hammer, enhancing its suitability for concealed carry. The round butt JA frame is equipped with Uncle Mike's Combat g …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisAt the heart of the Smith & Wesson legacy lies a dedication to timeless values, unwavering principles, and a visionary pursuit of excellence that has propelled the brand for centuries. Emblematic of this commitment is the S&W SW40VE, a semi-automatic pistol boasting a Double Action-Single Action (DA-SA) trigger mechanism, offering versatility and reliability in its operation. Enhanced safety measures are integrated with a frame-mounted safety feature, ensuring peac …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThis small revolver, designed primarily for plainclothesmen and off-duty police officers, made its public debut at The International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in 1950. At the conference, the Smith & Wesson sales force asked the police chiefs to vote on a name for the new revolver. The most commonly suggested name was .38 Chief’s Special. Designed with the needs of law enforcement officials in mind, the Chief’s Special proved to be a popular revolver f …