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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Glock 44 is a standout addition to Glock's renowned lineup, offering the same reliability and performance in a new caliber: .22 Long Rifle. This semi-automatic pistol is designed to deliver a familiar Glock experience with a reduced recoil profile, making it an ideal choice for beginners, training, or those who prefer a lighter-caliber handgun for recreational shooting. Featuring a hybrid steel-polymer slide, the Glock 44 is the first of its kind in Glock's arsenal, …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Model 629-6 is a powerful and versatile revolver chambered in .44 Magnum, offering a refined stainless steel design that builds on the legacy of its iconic predecessor, the Model 29. Introduced in 1978, the Model 629 is essentially a stainless-steel version of the renowned Model 29, which was made famous by Clint Eastwood’s portrayal of "Dirty Harry" Callahan. The 4-inch barrel offers an ideal balance between accuracy and maneuverability, ens …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: From Vertec-style thin grip to universal slide design convertible from safety-decocker to decocker-only, from a beveled magazine well to oversized mag-release button, from a 3-slot built-in Picatinny rail to high-capacity capability for maximum firepower, the Beretta M9A3 was designed to deliver the performance that military, law-enforcement, and VIP-protection professionals demand. In short, this combat pistol was designed to be perfect for any tactical use, i …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Snake Slayer is one of Bond Arms most popular and highly regarded models, offering unparalleled protection for outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, campers, fishermen, and anyone who spends time in rugged environments. Built for versatility and self-defense, this compact double-barrel pistol is chambered to fire both .357 Magnum and .38 Special rounds, allowing users to choose the caliber best suited to their needs. Constructed with a stainless steel double-barrel …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless or Smith & Wesson New Departure (nicknamed by collectors as the Lemon Squeezer) is a double-action revolver that was produced from 1887 to 1940 by Smith & Wesson. Based on the Smith & Wesson Model 2 double-action design, the revolver incorporated an internal hammer and an external grip safety on its back-strap. It was chambered in .32 S&W and .38 S&W calibers; these revolvers were discontinued prior to World Wa …