Author: Mike

Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Mike Wood is a bonafide revolver nut, a certified law enforcement instructor in handgun, shotgun, patrol rifle, less-lethal, and diversionary device disciplines, and the author of Newhall Shooting: A Tactical Analysis, the definitive study of the infamous, 1970 California Highway Patrol shootout in Newhall, California. Mike wrote the "Tactical Analysis" column at Police1.com for 8 years, and enjoys teaching both armed citizens and law enforcement officers.

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”