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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The XD(M) pistol from Springfield Armory redefines what a polymer pistol can be. The XD(M) has everything you want and need in a pistol – superior ergonomics, reliable performance, and features that make it easy and intuitive to use. The XD(M) 5.25" Competition Series is the right pistol for those who are ready to step up their game with a pistol built specifically for competition. The XD(M) 5.25" Competition Series has the longest slide an …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:Springfield Armory has just introduced a new 1911 designed for people interested in shooting competitively. It is called— The RO, “Range Officer”. The RO is designed to give the shooter exceptional quality at an affordable price. One of the goals was to create a pistol that is acceptable in many different styles of shooting competitions, so the shooter can decide which one he likes most. It is built with the same quality as the TRP and Trophy Match models, but Springfield …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Model 1870 rifle and carbine marked a notable improvement over the earlier “Trapdoor Springfield” models, yet the use of the .50-70 Gov’t cartridge revealed its inadequacies, prompting a trial in 1872 to select a more effective standard for the U.S. Army’s infantry and cavalry. In 1873, the slightly modified Model 1870 designs were adopted, now chambered for the newly developed .45-70 Government cartridge, which offered superior ballistic performance. This cartridge, …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Defend Your Legacy Series XD 4" 9mm offers superlative XD attributes like an excellent grip-to-frame angle and both striker status and loaded chamber indicators along with a single 16-round magazine and lower price. The Ultra Safety Assurance Action Trigger System combines with the extraordinary SA grip safety to make the XD a safe and smooth striker-fired defensive pistol. A full-length guide rod ensures reliable slide cycling. Low-profile three-dot steel sights will …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Springfield Armory M1 Garand Receiver is a key component of one of the most iconic semi-automatic rifles ever produced, designed to handle the powerful .30-06 cartridge. Manufactured by Springfield Armory, this receiver is stamped at the rear with the markings: "U.S. Rifle - CAL. .30 M1 - Springfield Armory - 5397719", indicating its military lineage and authenticity. The receiver itself is constructed from high-quality steel and finished in a durable Parkerized c …