Taurus 605 357 Magnum Revolver Review & Shooting

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Taurus has a transfer bar safty,meaning it wont fire unless ur finger pulls the trigger

[@ancientmodernweapons]

That's true! I don't believe I talked about that in the video.

[@efreutel]

So with the transfer bar is the lock 100% effective? Please clarify.

[@danielaramburo7648]

You point it, it reliably goes bang, so it’s good enough.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Amen! Also it doesn't wipeout the bank account.

[@flyontop]

Yes it is! I’ve done wonders with 2”

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Well good job!

[@Kornholeeoo]

[@Kornholeeoo]

I was out shooting 2 Taurus revolvers today. Recently got both used and today was my first shots with both. At 15 yards, I could make body shots no problem. At 15 feet, I was hitting the bullseye...on occasion that is. But 2" guns are made for very close range shooting. Both of my guns, the 856 and the 692, .38 Spl and .357 Mag respectively, are short barrels. The 856 is a 2" barrel and the 692 is a 3" barrel. The 692 has adjustable rear sight for windage and elevation and it was shooting low so I was able to adjust it up. The 856 has non-adjustable sights. I did install an orange tritium front sight on it, but mine is the black model and the rear sight notch is black as well and I may paint the inset of the sight white. It was really hard to aim for "target" shots in the bright sun. It just washed it all out. My 692 also is black but since it has target style rear sights, they were easier to see as it is a very large and flat rear sight. I may paint it white as well. It has an orange sticker on the front sight and it worked well enough. If I did my part well, I got good results. But if my grip was off, the shots were way off. Moving up from 15 yards to 15 feet, these guns shined today. I was really impressed with them. Thanks for posting!

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Thank you for sharing! They definitely are fun little guns to shoot!

[@509bunnyhaven]

I like the locking mechanism, as a father of two i wish more companies offered this safety feature, it works...well!

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yes, sir! It is a quick and simple design with a great outcome.

[@ethankc2864]

Have had my Taurus 605 for several months now. I ended up putting a wood grip Taurus sells on mine. Love the way it looks and feels. Allows me to get my whole hand on it. I also have only shot 357 mag out of it so far and it was a nice lil punch. Love it so far and it's my new EDC

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I'll have to look into that grip.

[@ethankc2864]

@@ancientmodernweapons mine is the one that's textured and has the Taurus logo on it. They have several that are just smooth.

[@harryparker9452]

Not much of a kick for a small gun, but feels more like an explosion.

[@repetitivemotion]

I have the 865. When I drove the roll pin out to install the VZ grip the cylinder release lever became very loose and wobbly. How is your cylinder release lever?

[@Geobh1]

Don't worry about the lock the hammer will absolutely not fire when locked. That's the transfer safety bar system trigger has to be fully pulled before firing pin is enabled. Don't worry about. Hold your gun in front of you in the light point it to the left look In between the cylinder and hammer when you pull the trigger, firing pin does not even appear unless trigger fully pulled. Get that worry out of your mind. Next time at the range play with it. It's not going to go off no worries.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yeah thank you, I did some more research after making that portion of the video.

[@KYSBN418]

i bought a 605 about 2 weeks ago and the 357 ammo did the same thing but the 38 shot no problem...now im starting to wonder if it is poor ammo or poor quality..i really hope its ammo

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Good buy! Yeah I hope it's the ammo too.

[@EricElliott-h1m]

The best amo I use is Barnes tac xpd defense for 2 inch barrels😊

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I haven't tried those. I have the Hornady handgun hunters and the Grizzly SJHP.

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Yes people, especially now a day,definitely check ur ammo!!

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Most definitely!

[@EducatedBlackMan]

I am deciding between the Taurus 605 and Charter Arms Pug. I heard stories about the poor quality of the Taurus. Any suggestions?

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I have only ever heard the opposite. The taurus revolvers are made on the old Smith & Wesson machines. The Charter Arms have had many issues of out of time cylinders because of production restrictions during the pandemic. Just do your research and make sure the firearm works before leaving the store.

[@notnowchief.3089]

I have a Wolf Spring kit in Mine. it's no Smith ...but it does what it needs to.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I haven't looked for upgrading this gun much, maybe I'll look into springs.

[@j.l.armendariz1483]

It is my everyday carry. About 500 Rds. Fired with it. No Problems and my speed loaders work fine. Also fired many 38’s for practice. 🇺🇸👍🏽🤙🏽😎

[@ancientmodernweapons]

That's awesome! It's my basketball shorts EDC because of its light weight and small surface area.

[@erniewalden3050]

I have same 605 in stainless steel i baught a box of hot buffalo bore 180 grain cast 357. I dont know for sure the 605 ca. Handle the pressure of them. Sence the 605 isnt really a 357 its just chambered for 357. And will handle just about any round but a little nervous useing very hot ammo.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I believe it would be fine to use them, however it may hurt when fired due to the increased recoil.

[@erniewalden3050]

@@ancientmodernweapons haha. I bet

[@cecilkelley6745]

Why even try it , lol

[@erniewalden3050]

@@cecilkelley6745 love your name. I have kellies in my family. Why not try it ?

[@t-rex3813]

What most likely happened was that the projectile in the case was migrating forward as a result of increased recoil from a very light firearm….happens when you have ammo that is not firmly crimped…not a beget but just some ammo is not crimped

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yup that's exactly what happened.

[@drpkmurphy]

The gun has a floating pin it won’t go off like the old revolvers.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yes, Sir! I made a list of edits to the video in the description.

[@paulsecrest9427]

​@@ancientmodernweapons so i wouldn't have to carry on a dead cylinder.

[@RH-sb5co]

Had to go to revolvers due to arthritis in hands.605 with a trigger job is perfect for me.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I'm sorry about the arthritis, but definitely a good choice on the revolver.

[@sammyprestwood3182]

If I owned that gun right now I would shoot 38 special in it because 3:57 is going for 72 dollars right now for a box of 50 and that's too much money for any box of ammo

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yeah can't wait to have to buy more!

[@harrylime8077]

Agreed but remember 38 cal is a bit shorter than 357, the barrel and cylinder will accumulate carbon and have to be cleaned more often!

[@Mark-yo5rb]

I bought one exactly like this. It had a chewed up extractor star and nicks around the shell chamber cylinders. The matte finish is all falling off. Pretty disappointed. Never been shot or played with. Right out of the box. Sent it back. No refund. Waiting 4 weeks. For them to look at it. Good job Taurus Good job.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

I'm sorry! I hope that gets resolved quickly for you!

[@efreutel]

Did Taurus resolve to your satisfaction?

[@NorthCountryOutlaw]

Is that the poly framed one or the regular one?

[@ancientmodernweapons]

It is the steel version.

[@robertdaone]

"is two inches enough?" I'm sure all the female viewers would say no.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Exactly! It was that or does size matter.

[@efreutel]

My wife sez 2” more than enuf 🤡

[@scubaguy007]

3" are better than 2".

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Oh! Why so?

[@scubaguy007]

@@ancientmodernweapons event little bit helps. 😉 I have the ultra lite 2" 85 and the 3" 856 defender and the defender is a much nicer gun to shoot. The extra weight, not much but enough, and a bit longer sight radius. It all adds up to better.

[@ancientmodernweapons]

The 856 looks like it has a larger grip which tends to help in revolvers especially shooting hotter loads. I see what you are saying. The increase in one inch of barrel length does not add much velocity and not much else in many other ways, but combined they may feel like a world of difference. Thank you for this chat.

[@robertdaone]

@@ancientmodernweapons The longer the barrel the more pressure build up and powder burns up more giving it more velocity. You are loosing at least 300 fps when going with a 2" snub nose.

[@thomaspalmer7900]

@@robertdaone yes but that 2” .357 magnum barrel still shots with greater velocity & energy than a 4” 9mm barrel!!!

[@kenhill5713]

My wife says two inches is enough. Whew!!!

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Again it's about the size of the fight in the dog.

[@davidr.5749]

YOU SHOULD BE HAPPY YOUR WIFE LOVES YOU ENOUGH TO LIE TO YOU!... JUST SAYING...🐒

[@NorthCountryOutlaw]

Heritage makes a 16" barrel rough rider 22lr saw one in real life and thought it was halarious

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yeah it's crazy how little recoil that has.

[@D-A-1776]

Love mine, great gun especially for the price

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yes, an amazing piece to anyone's collection.

[@cecilkelley6745]

It’s perfect, for what’s it’s made for , love mine !

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Exactly! Serves a good purpose for a small price tag!

[@thomaspalmer7900]

Great video!!! I personally own a Taurus 605 .357 magnum matte finish. No issues at all except I personally did not like the Taurus grips that came on the pistol. I did replace with Hogue Grips & very much better!! I subscribed & God bless!!🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Thank you! I definitely need to do another review for having it for a while.

[@AG-en5y]

To answer the question to your title, my GF said no, 2 inches was not enough

[@ancientmodernweapons]

It's not about the size of the dog, it's about the size of the fight in the dog. -Someone once said

[@KZIGGYZIG]

"That's what she said".......

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Exactly! Thanks!

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Hahahahhahaha 👌

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Blessings to all-❤

[@ancientmodernweapons]

Yes, blessings! Thank you!

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Very nive

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Thank you

[@efreutel]

Beware cheap ammo 😵

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Yeah, no kidding!

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