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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Interarms/Carl Gustaf G33/50 Sporter is a refined bolt-action rifle built on a foundation of Swedish military precision, reconfigured into a sporting platform. Chambered in the classic 6.5x55mm cartridge, this rifle offers excellent ballistic performance known for its accuracy, moderate recoil, and long-range capabilities—attributes that have made the round a favorite among hunters and target shooters alike. The 17 ½-inch barrel provides a compact, maneu …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Hellion from Springfield Armory is a groundbreaking advancement in modern firearms design, offering a radical reimagining of the traditional semi-automatic 5.56mm rifle. At the core of its innovation is the bullpup configuration, which positions the action and magazine behind the trigger. This engineering approach drastically shortens the rifle’s overall length to just 28.25 inches, while still retaining a full-length 16-inch barrel, preserving ballistic perfor …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Glock 45 is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol that delivers the ideal crossover many shooters have long awaited. Combining the best features of the Glock 17 and Glock 19, the G45 offers the compact 4.02" barrel and slide of the G19, paired with the full-size grip of the G17—perfect for those who find the G19's grip too short. As part of Glock’s Generation 5 lineup, the G45 includes several performance-driven enhancements. These include the Glock Marksman Barrel …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger SFAR (Small-Frame Autoloading Rifle) offers the power of a 7.62 NATO / .308 Win in a platform nearly identical in size and handling to a traditional 5.56-caliber modern sporting rifle, making it a game-changer for those seeking compact firepower. Constructed from durable hard-coat anodized aluminum forgings, the upper receiver includes a brass deflector, forward assist, and a full-length Picatinny rail for versatile optics and accessory mounting. The lower rece …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Since its American debut in 1990, the Jericho 941 has earned a rock-solid reputation among U.S. shooters, combining battlefield-proven design with Israeli precision engineering. For over 25 years, this iconic pistol has been a trusted favorite for those who demand unwavering reliability, pinpoint accuracy, and superior craftsmanship in their sidearm. Drawing its DNA from the legendary CZ-75 short recoil system, the Jericho 941 doesn't just echo excellence—it enhanc …