Are Taurus 357 Magnum a good gun?

Are Taurus 357 Magnum a good gun?

It remains an excellent firearm, and an excellent value in a . 357 magnum revolver. If you can’t find this revolver locally, one of my most trusted sources, Brownell’s, carries the Taurus 627 . 357 magnum in its updated models.

What model is a Taurus 38 special?

Model 85
Taurus Model 85

Model 85
Barrel length 50.8 mm or 76.2 mm
Width 34.2 mm
Height 109 mm
Cartridge .38 Special +P

Why is it called a 38 special?

38″ referring to the approximate diameter of the loaded brass case. This came about because the original 38-caliber cartridge, the . 38 Short Colt, was designed for use in converted .

Does a Taurus 38 Special have a safety?

The short answer is no, revolvers do not have safeties in the same way some semi-automatic pistols do. There isn’t a switch or other device to press before the revolver can be fired. Usually. This is as close to a hard and fast rule as you’ll find in the world of handguns.

What kind of Revolver is a Taurus Model 689?

The Taurus Model 689 was a 6-round .357 Magnum double action revolver that began production in 1989. The 689 weighs 1.56 lbs (0.71 kg) with a four-inch barrel. A six-inch barrel variant was also offered. Taurus wanted to make a .357 magnum revolver to most likely appeal to the police forces in Brazil at the time.

What kind of Revolver is a Taurus 357 Magnum revolver?

The Taurus Model 689 is a double action/single action .357 magnum revolver produced in Brazil by Taurus (manufacturer). The Taurus 689 was produced from 1988–1998. It is DA/SA action.

Is the Taurus 66 a good self defense revolver?

With a choice of 357 Magnum or 38 Special +P, the Taurus® 66 is a versatile 7-shot revolver that features comfortable rubber grips and a deep, lustrous finish. With fixed front sights, adjustable rear sights and a custom Single Action/Double Action trigger for improved accuracy and speed, the 66 is the ideal self-defense firearm.

What is a Taurus 692 multi-caliber revolver?

The 7-shot Taurus 692 Multi-Caliber revolvers are a range-friendly option with the the ability to change the caliber from 38 Special +P/357 Magnum, to 9mm Luger with a simple swap of the cylinder.