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Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt New Army & Navy Double Action Revolver had a production run from 1892 through 1907 in Hartford, Connecticut. The M1892 Colt Army and Navy was the first general issue double action revolver with a swing out cylinder used by the US military. In 1892 the gun was adopted by the Army in .38 Long Colt caliber, and the revolver was given the name of New Army and Navy. Initial experience with the gun caused officials to request some improvements. This would be an ongo …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisMarlin is the top producer of rimfire rifles in the U.S. Included in their extensive line are three bolt action varmint rifles chambered for the hot .17 HMR cartridge. These are the Models 917V, 917VS, and 917VSF. Marlin's 917 series varmint rifles are widely considered to be among the most accurate on the market. This reputation for accuracy is reassuring since .17 HMR ammunition is loaded to a very high accuracy standard of 1 MOA or better groups at 100 yards. Tack-drivi …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Colt Revolving Belt Pistol or Navy Pistol, sometimes erroneously referred to as "Colt Revolving Belt Pistol of Naval Caliber" or "of Navy Caliber" (Naval is a heavy gun and Navy Size Caliber was termed later for another Colt model) is a cap and ball revolver that Samuel Colt designed between 1847 and 1850. Colt first referred to this Revolver as the Ranger Size model, and then Revolving Belt, but the designation "Navy" quickly took over. Total production numbers of the …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Beretta M1951 is a significant milestone in the evolution of semi-automatic pistols, developed by Pietro Beretta S.p.A. in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Chambered in 9mm Parabellum, the M1951 represents Beretta's first foray into locked-breech pistol designs, a departure from its earlier blowback-operated models. This design innovation was crucial for handling the more powerful 9mm Parabellum cartridge, and it marked a key advancement in Beretta's pistol development. …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Taurus PT-745 Compact Millenium Pro Stainless is a versatile and robust semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP, manufactured with a focus on durability and compactness. This model, bearing the serial number NXJ29582, features a sleek stainless steel finish that enhances both its aesthetic appeal and resistance to corrosion. The pistol boasts a 3 ¼" barrel, which balances concealability with effective performance. Equipped with Heinie Straight 8 sights, it offers im …