TAURUS MODEL 605

[@L8Pilot]

People forget that firearms are just tools. The 605 is a quality .357, that is cheap, amazingly accurate, and reliable. It has become my preferred carry gun

[@CraigsGunChannel]

I completely agree, they are tools. As with all tools you can pay more for fancier or even better quality, but if it works it works. I find Taurus products to be a good blend of utility and economy. A great value all in all.

[@tomchristian9722]

My always gun

[@johnganshow5536]

@@CraigsGunChannel Like Shane said, A gun is a tool, no better or worse than the man using it...

[@tomchristian9722]

My carry gun as well. I love it

[@gregr.demarco4164]

Sure loving my 605 Poly. I’m a pastor and as such I see everything while speaking. With the churches permission I carry while I preach and teach. Sad to need to do this but these days….. “36 He (Jesus) said to them, "But now let the one who has a moneybag take it, and likewise a knapsack. And let the one who has no sword (for defense) sell his cloak and buy one.” Luke 22.

[@rickjensen2833]

After shooting the .357 rounds, the .38 round is like shooting a .22. .357 for home defense .38 for plinking.

[@gregr.demarco4164]

Bought a 605 Poly a few weeks ago and love everything about it. Single action is a dream and double action is stiff but very manageable. After about 175 .38 and 50 .357 a good cleaning and oiling it loosened up very nicely. $284.00 out the door with military and ASO credit card. It’s a steal.

[@treasurefinds7930]

The 605 is usually steel..The older ones are poly

[@davegreene2031]

I've never had any trouble with any Taurus 🐂 great gun's you can't beat them

[@bobcatethan8919]

This is the most detailed and thorough revew of the taurus 605 that I have seen on youtube so far and I feel that Ihave seen most of them at this point. Great video!

[@Venom742000]

I purchased the stainless model for conceal carry, good little snubbie with no issues. Mostly carry .38 Special+P. Good video 👍

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@Venom742000]

@Rich Santoro recoil with 38 +P is sweet, nothing like the .357

[@NOTHOTlanta]

Picked up one for $300 in April 2021. Great value and the fit/finish is GOOD.

[@mikerollins8272]

Just found your channel.like shared subscribed.man I wish all gun videos were done EXACTLY like this one.💯👍

[@CraigsGunChannel]

@mikerollins8272 thank-you for the kind comment and for subscribing

[@joesundown8996]

I never understood why anybody would ever buy a 38 special or plus p when you can just buy a 357 and shoot all three just my little tidbit awesome pistol great tool never let me down and I know it's got my back have a blessed day brothers and sisters God bless

[@sycamorebacker1]

No reason to shoot .357.

[@CitizenCarry]

Great production! I’m impressed with your format! Great gun too: I’ve been eyeballing that exact same model. Good job! I subbed!

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback. I checked out your channel and I like it, I subbed to your channel as well.

[@Sunfun818]

this would be a good woods or hiking gun. there are some black bears and wild cats around northern pennsylvania so the 357 mag should do be plenty of power for protection. and 38 special for home defense or ccw. good combo

[@CraigsGunChannel]

I agree, the versatility of the 357/38 is oftentimes overlooked.

[@howardschildhouse6496]

Considering a purchase, so I appreciated your video - honest & straightforward delivery of important information. And I like that you can laugh at yourself!

[@jma3586]

Great format and content. The model 605 is my EDC. I replaced the rubber grip with a Hogue Lamo Camo wood grip. It makes a huge improvement in accuracy and draw. Very easy to conceal under light clothes too. Keep up the good work!

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thank you, I appreciate the comments.

[@tonyp2632]

Just ordered one from Buds Gun Shop to CA. Buds is pretty quick with delivery. The 10 days it has to sit at the FFL after delivery is a pain. Can't wait to get it out to the range.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Now to find ammo for it.... 357 still hard to find around here.

[@rickjensen2833]

It's perfect for me. The only handgun i need or care to own.

[@mikem.2078]

1) Any concerns that the built-in lock part could eventually swing into locked position on it's own due to recoil? 2) Any concerns that 357 loses a lot of it's potential, velocity, powder burn, etc, out of the short (2" and less) vs 3, 4 + inches?

[@gmac8852]

Never had that happen. Have multiple taurus firearms with that lock.

[@gmac8852]

Still more powerful than 38.spl.

[@thomaspalmer7900]

I purchased a Taurus 605 several weeks ago. Matte finish. I decided to replace the Taurus grip with a bigger better Hogue grip due to me having big hands. Better recoil better control with new grips!!!! Good video!!!!

[@lwc2009]

I love my 605... excellent EDC ...

[@markhenderson2896]

I own 2 605s in stainless both preform very well

[@jamesdewer]

You had to go with a 158gr? I find the 110-125gr significantly more managable. I did experience a cylinder stop issue sent it in to taurus and they did a stellar job on the trigger. The Taurus magicians did wonders to the lockup. The cylinder snicks into position and about .20" squeeze drops the hamnmer. It's perfectly synchronized. I urge you to consider sending it in. It's like a new gun. And what a job .357 does! Cinder block get hammered into dust and I shot up a stainless coated ceramic skillet, Such fun! Love your Reviews and you seem to enjoy shooting for the same reasons I do price being irrelevant, and for the sheer love of outdoors. Your series and indepth look delivered in several parts on the PA HP 22 is great stuff as well. I also own an HP22 and what a hoot! I sent the HP in for repairs and they said it was beyond repair and sent me a new gun. I now double up on the recoil springs and shoot hot stuff with no ill effect to the chassis.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

I agree with you, all things equal I prefer 110 or 115 grain sjhp. To be honest, I enjoy shooting all firearms and find that budget options generally shoot just as well as higher priced ones. (Obviously not always the case). Firearms are like musclecars, the amount you spend brings diminishing returns on the increase in performance. A gun that costs twice as much as another is rarely twice as good. As far as the HP series from Phoenix, I think they are great guns and an excellent value. Thanks for watching and I am glad you are enjoying the channel.

[@jimmythornton1000]

Love my 605 😊😊👍👍

[@thomaspalmer7900]

Absolutely great revolver!!!!!!

[@dougd5527]

The best review of the 605!

[@TPaine1776]

I have one and the only bad thing on it is that grip. Get Hogue grips then it is awesome.

[@brockhowell2296]

I have the 605 Poly and its my primary EDC (that I pocket carry), I will say shooting .357 through it can be a bit bruising, so I rarely do, although I do carry it loaded with .357. My biggest piece of advice is dry-fire the hell out of it in DA because you're gonna need to build up your trigger finger (I sure did!). That being said, I've been able to shoot it pretty well (by my standards) and I actually like the trigger now that I'm used to it.

[@neomaka6394]

Do you dry fire it with snap caps?

[@julesthurongi1223]

Just got one.... well, pending the ridiculous waiting period. Mine was marked as a 0645, and has a blued finish.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

I think you will like it. Thanks for watching.

[@sportosp-0158]

Second video of yours I've watched: you easily earned my subscription! Great content and presentation

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thank you, I hope you enjoy future content as we release it.

[@kerryroberts9455]

Good presentation, helped me out in my decision, thanks

[@markpelenytschka8374]

Great job on the video, I guess the "quality" of the quality control may still be debatable. The 605 is still a good product for the $$$

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thanks, I appreciate the comment. While quality has improved I don't know if they will ever be as good as they were. To be fair though, quality control has been a struggle for most all firearm manufacturers in the past decade.

[@panaxg]

Love my 605

[@slant6guy]

...like the Taurus 605 "concept" in the easier to obtain 9mm calibre = the Taurus 905: has more oomph than the 605's .38 Special & doesn't have the excessive blinding .357 Magnum muzzle blast / fireball. That 905 uses moon-clips (.380 ACP can be used too), but it can operate w/o them as well. Nice to have a backup carry piece that chambers the same rimless ammo that the main Nina Ross uses.

[@wes326]

One concern of mine with 9mm is bullet creep. Otherwise, a good choice for a snubbie.

[@Tbone42tx]

Might not have a so called Smooth trigger but far as performance and durability these are just af good af Smith and Wesson revolvers... not all but majority guns are only priced high because their name brand, I mean think about it hite many KZbin vids are there about a tauras not working? THEY RUN!!

[@CraigsGunChannel]

I agree with you completely, I have never been let down by the Taurus firearms I have owned over the years and have appreciated the cost effective alternative they provide.

[@jrbailey3208]

Hey there Craig, I'd love to see you review 3 different guns, short barrel (3") in .327 magnum, but not just in the magnum cartridge, but also the .32 S&W Long and the .32 Short......a fine option for those that do NOT like the BRUTALITY of the .357 Mag in snubby/3" range barrels! Cheers from the Oil Patch in Central WY

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thanks for viewing and for the suggestion. I will try to get a hold of one. I am a huge 357 fan but the 327 has intrigued me for a while

[@2greeksandacamera]

THANK YOU - This helped me decide.

[@joeyphillips1181]

I have the 856 ultra light and I've been impressed with the trigger for the price.. double action is probably better than my Smith revolver and definitely better than my Ruger revolver

[@RevGunn-jq3cq]

Give me a Taurus, ammo, Big Mac, and change in my pocket over a Smith any day!

[@NGMonocrom]

It looks like a good deal compared to something from S&W or Ruger. But in stock form, for concealed carry, the 605 needs work. That double-action trigger is too heavy. It's going to need a trigger job to both lighten that pull and smooth it out. 12 pounds is ridiculous. I'm sorry, but it is. 8 pounds would be more ideal, and the trigger pull would still be heavy enough to prevent accidental discharge. That hammer needs to be bobbed since it's not shrouded. Whether in a pocket-carry holster or in a belt rig, last thing needed is that exposed hammer getting hang up on clothing. A gun like this, isn't realistically going to be used single-action anyway; except on the range. And those grips.... Depending on the load used, they're decent. But looking into aftermarket ones about the same size but better shaped would be worth the effort and the money. Simplest modification would be removing a bit of the black finish from the front sight and applying a touch of orange paint to it for quicker sight alignment. Honestly, there are offerings from other brands that have all of the above already taken care of from the factory. (Except the orange paint. But they use a colored tritium tube on the front sight.) For a Home Defense gun, a bigger revolver that's easier to shoot and gives you an extra round or two in the cylinder; that's going to be a better option. A six round cylinder compared to a five is an increase of 20%. In stock form as an inexpensive Truck gun, it's good for that. Maybe for something purchased to teach a slightly older and responsible child how to shoot and safely handle a handgun. But honestly, a used Ruger LCR Model 5450 in good condition is going to be a better bet for concealed carry. After everything is done to the 605 to make it suitable for everyday concealed carry, the price ends up looking less of a good bargain.

[@leonaddison6862]

The trigger having a heavy trigger pull is smart for the gun owners safety so no accidents. It's heavy so you only pull it when its really time to shoot it. Rather it be heavy for safety concern than lite trigger honestly just opinion.

[@justanotheracc6148]

My cylinder stop broke a matter of months after buying it🙄 haven’t sent it back to taurus yet but luckily my m&p has never given me an issue

[@CraigsGunChannel]

That does not sound good. I have heard pretty good things overall about their warranty so hopefully they will resolve that for you.

[@tomchristian9722]

Mine did as well. Ordered new spring online for $5 put it in and has been great ever since

[@thefleaflop]

Hi, and thanks... What year were the bobbed hammers offered on the 605, and do they have greater collectable value than standard hammers? I saw one the other day that also had a vented /ported barrel o...

[@texasbradley]

great video! Does Taurus make a 6 or 7 shot snubby? I see a model they have that's 3 inch but looking for 2 inch...

[@CraigsGunChannel]

They make the model 617 with a 2 inch barrel, 7 rounds of 357 on tap.

[@texasbradley]

@@CraigsGunChannel thought that was out of production but I'll check their site, thanks!

[@barackillbombya3835]

Taurus 617

[@bobg1685]

@Ba Man: Take a look at the 856. It's a six-round version of their venerable Taurus 85. I was surprised to find one at a LGS a week or so ago and it felt good in the hand. I think, though, that I prefer the narrower 605 for CCW.

[@texasbradley]

@@bobg1685 thanks Bob. The 856 seems to be 38 special, not interested in this cartridge unless I'm shooting black powder cowboy loads. I'm really fond of the .327 federal magnum and the .357 magnum and I load them on the hot end.

[@vlastimilhejduk7347]

I like my Taurus 605 but 3 inch barrel

[@James-xf6ov]

Love it too guys😂😂❤ I want to get a shot gun or rifle next

[@Vmitch]

Nice review, thanks!

[@thomaspalmer7900]

Excellent video!! 👍👍👍

[@Braapstar219]

Which one do you recommend? The steel version or the poly protector?

[@CraigsGunChannel]

That is a hard question to answer. Personally, while I see nothing wrong with the poly protector, and the weight savings may be nice, I just feel better with a steel one. Its likely just that I am old and a steel revolver just "seems" right.

[@jeffsnider7842]

I own one of each. Equally nice different feel.

[@GunCollector007]

Good info

[@keatoncrump9984]

Whats the screw part called that holds the cylinder in place? I am missing that screw on my gun and have been trying to figure out what it is called. Is it the yoke screw? Sideplate screw or what? If anyone knows please tell me.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

I am not positive if I understand your question completely. If you are meaning the part that you use to push the ejector/extractor out and that also essentially holds the cylinder onto the yoke it is called the Extractor Rod. It threads onto the Extractor which goes through the cylinder. If you have access to a computer I would recommend you try the Numrichs website. A search for Numrichs online should get you there. On their site you should be able to find a parts schematic listing all the parts.

[@phillipbotner2972]

Good solid video !

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thanks, I am glad you liked it.

[@AbsurdoSol]

Great video man!

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thank you, I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@lemmorzaid5455]

Can u tell d diffrence between 605 & 605 b2?

[@CraigsGunChannel]

They are basically the same thing. The B2 denotes the barrel length, 2 inches.

[@littlekingtrashmouth9219]

Sometimes my wheel doesn’t time well

[@ejwitwavesify]

Any one know the size of the take down screw for the cylinder? Mine is lost 😥

[@barefootbob1269]

Have no idea what screw you are referring to but go to numrich gun parts. You will be able to pull up a parts schematic on the 605 and order what you need. So I am guessing you might mean the yoke screw. Not sure of the size but dont use a regular screw as the yoke screw has a special end that fits into groove. Also I have had good luck with Taurus customer service on parts. I know some have not but they have always helped me. Worth a shot at least.

[@shadowwolf2524]

These are know to come loose on this model. It is recommended to use blue loctite on it. You could call Taurus customer service. But if you're lucky, they might send you one for free. But in my encounters with them, it will probably take several months to get it. I ordered 2 magazines from them and it took several calls and over 10 months for them to finally get them to me. And I tried using their "life time" warranty 2 different times. What a joke! Taurus bent over backwards not to honor it. To be very blunt- Taurus customer service is the WORST in the business! They are rude, unhelpful assholes!

[@michaelgauthier7790]

I just bought 1 haven’t shot it, but it primarily use I’d a defensive hand gun which would be more than enough to stop any bad person in there track should they challenge the 357 power.

[@RL-yv7dw]

Accurancy depends on the shooter's shooting skills. Not the gun. Just like with any tool. For example, a skilled carpenter can have the perfect cut every time with any saw. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@lylesmith5079]

How many yards was the target ?

[@CraigsGunChannel]

On that range target is at 16 yards

[@3Pillers]

👍

[@scubaguy007]

Forgive me in advance, but my opinion is 100% of your problems shooting in double action are due to your shooting single action. One of the first instructors I learned from back in the 1980’s told me, "Every time you shoot your revolver in single action you lose an opportunity to practice your double action trigger pull." We all know that is most likely how you’ll use the gun to defend yourself so just stop shooting in single action and focus entirely on the double action pull. That has alway stuck with me. So much so I rarely shoot single action. I’m by no means an excellent shot with a snub nosed .357, but I am better than many and that I attribute to the lesson I learned long ago. I think Taurus has done a lot to repair the old image of poor quality and the 3" 856 defender is an wonderful gun I like to carry occasionally. I usually carry the 130gr Federal HST 38 Spl +P. I don’t have a 605 but if I did I would carry a .38 Spl +P over a .357, but that’s just my preference. Thanks for your video and the time to make it, I found it entertaining.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

Thanks for watching and I am glad you enjoyed it. You are of course correct that shooting single action does not allow you to ever get better at double action. I have shot for so many years and so many thousands of rounds primarily in single action I tend to thumb the hammer back on instinct now.

[@sammyprestwood3182]

I own the model 605 Taurus in matte black it is very dry to the fill and the finish is not very durable all the lettering even the Taurus symbol are printed on it and are beginning to wear off I'll never buy the mat black finishing anything else the stainless finish would have been a lot better

[@Geobh1]

Just sent my new never fired 605 back to Taurus, every 18-20 pulls the trigger locks up and won't pull through.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

That does not sound good. Let us know how it turns out.

[@Geobh1]

@@CraigsGunChannel I will. I think it might be a little something with the cylinder locking in place ??? We find out soon just mailed it today.

[@Geobh1]

Its been 3 weeks they called and said they took it apart and nothing is wrong with it. It's on its way home now. Well I'll run some ammo through it see what's up. I oiled the hell out of it before I sent it and the cylinder release button worked real smooth, at first you could barely push it. The cylinder had to push a hair to lock it in, after oil it was working basically normal. But that trigger still wanted to stop not pull through now and then. Maybe it was just something stupid and needed to be taken apart and put back together ?? Well I'll find out soon.

[@Geobh1]

@@CraigsGunChannel 3 weeks it's home. They said they took it apart and ran 10 rounds of 357 through it and they said there's nothing wrong with this gun. I just dry fired 50-60 times and the trigger didn't lock up once. This may have been just one of those dumb things where you take it apart put back together and works fine thing. That would be a usual acceptable answer in my world. I'm going in beginning of June to range run 100 Rounds through it. But at the moment appears all is good. Definitely wasn't my imagination after random number of pulls that trigger pulled three quarters of the way and stopped, you could use 2 hands and the trigger would not pull through until you let up and repulled it. So that's what Taurus Repair in Bainbridge, Georgia did and said, and that's what's up.

[@CraigsGunChannel]

@@Geobh1 i think you may be right, sometimes just opening it up and putting something back together can fix an intermittent issue. That of course generally means stacking tolerances are either very tight, or just at the edge of too loose. Either way it will likely be fine now. Things like that can be very frustrating. Good luck on the range session.

[@glennrogers9905]

Really? Single action?

[@Jrsolis-76]

Hola

[@outlawmetaldetecting]

The grips will eat your hands up they suck!!!!! does anyone try this before they put it on the market?

[@AndrewDouglas-jz5vb]

It's a good thing this isn't the first 605 video I watched or I'd get the impression that is very inaccurate... No offense. 😐

[@CraigsGunChannel]

None taken, I am happy enough with 6" groups at 15 to 20 yards.

[@shadowwolf2524]

Taurus builds decent guns. But they have the worst customer service in the business. Just remember that if you choose to buy one of their products. I know this fact from 3 different encounters with them.

[@derekschmidt1639]

When are we going to afghanistan

[@hasengarcia]

29 606 607

[@CraigsGunChannel]

We have several more Taurus revolvers being showcased over the next several weeks. Stay tuned...

[@weimarutube]

You had a premature evaluation. Maybe the video should of been made after getting use to shooting the gun. What happens is that you give off a bad perception on shooting the gun to potential buyers. Shooting is subjective to the individual. I would think bringing in experience to evaluate the gun must include experience shooting it as that is very important than just noting specs that all videos reviewers provide and even the manufacture website. Appreciate the efforts to produce this content.