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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Yugo M48BO, where "BO" signifies "bez oznake" or "no markings," is a unique variant of the Yugoslav M48 rifle series. This designation indicates that the rifle lacks the typical markings, such as manufacturer stamps or military unit insignias, that are commonly found on other M48 models. The M48BO was developed as a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser, reflecting the design principles of the German Mauser K98k but adapted for Yugoslav use in the post-World …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisDavis Industries was a firearms manufacturer established in 1982 by Jim Davis. Davis produced a series of handguns, which were sold primarily through pawn shops and marketed towards the common consumer. The guns were constructed of injection-molded Zamak, a zinc alloy. Jim Davis had previously been the office manager at Raven Arms, established by George Jennings, and was also Jennings' son-in-law. As one of the companies connected to Raven Arms, and a maker of Saturday nig …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe SKS was widely exported and was also produced by some former Eastern Bloc nations as well as China, where it was designated the "Type 56", East Germany as the Karabiner S, and North Korea as the "Type 63". The SKS is currently popular in the civilian surplus market in many countries, including the United States, Canada, and New Zealand. It was one of the first weapons chambered for the 7.62×39mm M43 round, which was also used later in the AK-47.The SKS has a convention …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis The 3-line rifle M1891, colloquially (but mistakenly; see Nagant's legal dispute) known in the West as Mosin–Nagant and in Russia and former Soviet Union as Mosin's rifle, is a five-shot, bolt-action, internal magazine–fed military rifle. It is primarily found chambered for its original 7.62×54mmR cartridge. Developed from 1882 to 1891, it was used by the armed forces of the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union and various other states. It is one of the most mass-produce …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Brescia Arsenal, located in Brescia, Italy, was a factory that produced small arms from the early 19th century until the end of World War II. Originally built in the 15th century as a convent for Servite monks, it was used for religious purposes until the late 18th century. After being converted into barracks following Napoleon's suppressions, the factory began producing small arms in 1812. The Brescia Arsenal was responsible for overhauling many types of small arms us …