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Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The 1851 Navy Black Powder revolver, produced from 1851 to 1872, was the most famous model of the cap-and-ball era for good reasons. This 6-shot offers perfect balance, precise aim, and functional dependability. The Uberti 1851 Navy Yank Sheriff is a fully functional reproduction of the original Model 1851 "Yank" single-action revolver carried by historical figures like Wild Bill Hickok during his lawman days. This Uberti 1851 Navy “Yank” Sheriff provides the classic feel …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 686 is a six or seven-shot double-action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge; it will also chamber and fire .38 Special cartridges. Smith & Wesson introduced the Model 686 in 1981 and has been a staple among Collectors and Shooting Enthusiasts ever since. The 686 has been available with 2.5,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 in barrel lengths as standard models and other barrel lengths either by special or …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Ruger M77 is a classic American bolt-action hunting rifle produced by Sturm, Ruger & Company. Jim Sullivan designed it during his three years with Ruger. The rifle features a traditional Mauser-style two-lugged, controlled round feed bolt action with an external claw extractor, a three-position safety, integral mount bases, and an angled action screw to secure the stock to the mechanism. The M77 was retooled almost entirely and reintroduced in 1991 as the Mark II. …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:he SCCY CPX-1 is a hammer-fired, polymer-frame semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum, known for its compact design and reliable performance. Manufactured by SCCY Industries, LLC in Daytona Beach, Florida, the CPX-1 features a double-action-only (DAO) mechanism and utilizes a staggered-column, removable magazine. The pistol's design includes a locked breech system with an aluminum receiver embedded in the polymer grip, and steel pins secure it in place. The …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:The Ruger P series, manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Company from 1985 to 2013, represents a versatile lineup of centerfire semi-automatic pistols intended for military, police, civilian, and recreational use. While the P-series pistols draw design inspiration from the Browning action of the M1911, they feature notable modifications, including adjustments to the safety mechanism and barrel-cam block interface. Known for its ruggedness, reliability, and durability, the P-ser …