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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 12-3 Airweight is a versatile and lightweight double/single-action revolver chambered in .38 Special, designed for those seeking a combination of reliability and portability. Introduced in the early 1950s, the Model 12-3 is built on the round or square butt K alloy service frame, which is notably thinner than the standard K-frame by 0.080 inches, making it an ideal choice for concealed carry or as a service revolver. The revolver feature …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Caliber - 38 S& W Special, double-action revolver built on the square butt k target frame with 5-screws. This target model is continued from the postwar K-38 Target Masterpiece, a 6-shot fluted Cylinder with a nominal length of 1.56", originally only with a 6-inch pinned and ribbed barrel, with the 8-3/8" barrel being available in Inter production. Blue finish (nickel rare), 1/10" or 1/8" patridge front sight with micrometer click adjustable rear sight, checkere …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 24-3 is a notable double/single-action revolver chambered in .44 S&W Special, first introduced in 1983 as part of a limited production run. This example is particularly unique, having been refinished from blue to satin nickel, giving it a striking appearance while also enhancing its durability and resistance to corrosion. Originally, the Model 24-3 was produced in a blue finish, with 2,625 units featuring the 4-inch barrel and 4,875 …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 624 is a stainless steel revolver chambered in .44 S&W Special, introduced in 1985 as part of the company's line of premium target revolvers. With its 6 ½-inch barrel, the Model 624 is built for precision and accuracy, making it an excellent choice for both target shooting and defensive use. The 1/8" pinned black ramp front sight and adjustable micrometer-click rear sight provide a fine-tuned aiming system, allowing for quick …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Caliber - .41 Magnum, Introduced in July of 1964, double-action revolver built on the square butt N service frame with 3 screws, 6-shot fluted and counterbored cylinder with a nominal length of 1.75", blue or nickel finish, 4" pinned barrel, walnut PC style grips with S&W medallions and Diamond around the screw escutcheon, 265" service hammer, 265" serrated trigger, flat matte finish top strap with smooth backstrap and forestrap, 1/8" serrated ramp front sight w/squa …