It’s been a few years since we ran our “Revolver Gunsmith Roundup” series here, and it’s time for us to revisit the project, and introduce RevolverGuy readers to some gunsmiths we’ve met since Part I and Part II were published. Continue reading “Revolver Gunsmith Roundup, Part III”
Taurus 856 Upgrades
RevolverGuy readers will recall that I had a favorable opinion of the Taurus Model 856 Executive Grade revolver when I reviewed it back in October of last year, but felt the gun could stand some upgrades in critical areas like the grips, sights, and trigger. The gun had good bones, but needed a little bit of help to reach its full potential. Continue reading “Taurus 856 Upgrades”
Using Taurus Model 85 Boot Grips On J-Frames
The search for a good set of J-frame stocks seems like a never-ending journey, and sometimes it leads to some pretty creative solutions. I was recently introduced to one of these, and I’d like to share it with the RevolverGuy audience, because it might just do the trick for some of you. Continue reading “Using Taurus Model 85 Boot Grips On J-Frames”
Book Review: Deadly Force, 2nd Edition, by Massad Ayoob
One of the many reasons we own firearms is for self-defense. RevolverGuys might be interested in firearms as collector/investment items, historical items, or recreational tools, but I’m willing to bet that self-defense ranks near the top of the food chain, for most of us. They allow us an effective means to defend ourselves, and the things that are important to us, from evil intent, so we make them an important part of our lives. Continue reading “Book Review: Deadly Force, 2nd Edition, by Massad Ayoob”
The Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite: A Modern Day Classic
Taurus has an established tradition of producing quality handguns at an affordable price. Continue reading “The Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite: A Modern Day Classic “
Train With RevolverGuy!
Attention RevolverGuys: Mike will be teaching a one-day, Defensive Revolver class in Northern California, on Saturday, the 26th of October, under the LMS Defense banner. Continue reading “Train With RevolverGuy!”
Wild Bill’s Revolvers
August 2, 1876, Nuttal & Mann’s Saloon No. 10, Deadwood, Dakota Territory. A tall, long-haired, well-dressed man lay dead on the floor next to a blood-splattered gambling table. Only a moment before he and his companions had been playing poker. Continue reading “Wild Bill’s Revolvers”
Master List of State-Issued Pistols
While it’s hard for some of the younger folks to imagine now, there was a time in the early days of the internet when serious “gun guys” didn’t have many places to go in cyberspace for quality information and discussion on firearms and related topics.1 Continue reading “Master List of State-Issued Pistols”
The Day Politics Started a Gunfight Between the Police and Sheriff’s Departments in Hot Springs
Members of the Police Department and the Sheriff’s Department shot and killed each other on the main drag of this resort town, in this crazy episode from the late -19th Century. Continue reading “The Day Politics Started a Gunfight Between the Police and Sheriff’s Departments in Hot Springs”
Colt’s New Blue Python
The Colt Python has a special kind of gravitas that resonates with many people. It’s revered for its capabilities as a competition gun and a defensive weapon, for hunting, and for sheer enjoyment as a recreational shooter. My generation of peace officers almost universally regarded it as the “Cadillac” of duty revolvers. Continue reading “Colt’s New Blue Python”