Is Taurus 617 good?

A shorter barrel means better concealability over a 4-inch or longer barrel, but it also means reduced velocity and potentially less effectiveness on threatening targets. All things considered though, the Taurus 617 offers the best of all worlds in terms of compromise, making it an excellent self-defense choice.

Which Taurus revolver is the best?

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Does Taurus make a 357?

Taurus® 605 Poly Protector 357 Mag / 38 Spl +P Black / Matte Stainless 2.00 in.

How much does a Taurus 692 cost?

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Can a revolver hold 7 bullets?

A revolver typically holds five, six, or even seven rounds of ammunition in a rotating cylinder. Modern revolvers are typically double-action guns: a single trigger pull both cocks the hammer and releases it, firing the pistol.

Can a Taurus 617 be used as a defensive gun?

If you wanted to pack the 617 on the trail for defense against large animals, it could be stoked with 158-grain loads available from HPR or Federal for increased penetration. When considering a defensive revolver like the Taurus 617, one must remember that there is no such thing as a free lunch.

What’s the price of a Taurus 617 Magnum?

All things considered though, the Taurus 617 offers the best of all worlds in terms of compromise, making it an excellent self-defense choice. According to the Taurus website, MSRP is $560.21. For more information, go to www.taurususa.com.

Which is better Taurus 617 or 686 Plus?

While lighter weight, when compared to the S&W 686 Plus, makes for more comfortable carry, it also makes for more felt recoil. The heavier weight of a 617 over a smaller snub-nosed revolver allows it to have a seven-shot rather than a five-shot capacity (seven-shot speedloaders are available).

What’s the weight of a taurus.357 Magnum?

Taurus addresses that six-round limit with their seven-shot Model 617 SS 2-inch .357 Magnum revolver. Constructed entirely of stainless steel, the compact-frame Taurus 617 weighs a manageable 28.3 ounces. By way of comparison, the seven-shot Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum 686 Plus weighs in at 34.1 ounces.