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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 …

Recap on The 7/28 Sunday ShowcaseThe Smith & Wesson M&P Shield epitomizes the pinnacle of conceal carry pistols with its slim, lightweight design and an array of trusted features derived from the esteemed M&P Pistol Series. Boasting a mere one-inch profile, it ensures discreet concealment without compromising on performance. The pistol’s optimized 18-degree grip angle enhances natural aiming precision, facilitating comfortable and accurate shooting—a hallmark of the M&P lineage. Utilizing a stri …

Recap on The 7/14 Sunday ShowcaseThe Beretta M9A4 stands as a pinnacle of firearm engineering, catering to those who demand excellence in personal defense, tactical precision, and unwavering reliability. Trusted by hunters, adventurers, competitive shooters, and defense personnel worldwide, the M9A4 is a testament to Beretta’s commitment to quality. Featuring dovetailed tritium night sights, it ensures impeccable target acquisition even in low-light conditions, a critical advantage in tactical s …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisSpringfield Armory XD Sub-Compact is an ergonomically designed Semi-Auto Pistol for concealed carry. The sub-compact XD is small enough to conceal yet large enough to provide a solid grip to control rapid fire with larger calibers. Its design is inherently rapid to deploy and points on target naturally. As with standard Springfield XD semi-automatic pistols models, the sub-compact model has a durable polymer frame with an integral accessory rail in front of the trigger gua …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe M1A is a civilian-legal semi-automatic rifle descended from the M14 rifle, which served as the standard issue rifle of the United States military from 1959 to 1970, after the M1 Garand. Springfield Armory made a civilian-legal variant of the M14 in 1974, which was well-received by shooters nationwide. The rifle has a windage and elevation-adjustable rear sight that makes zeroing effortless. The two-stage military trigger, detachable box magazine, op-rod, and roller cam …