Taurus Model 605

The Taurus Model 605 is a double-action/single-action, five-shot, snubnosed revolver chambered in .357 Magnum. It is produced in both blued and stainless steel. Some models feature an exposed hammer, that can be manually cocked in single action, while others are Double action only with bobbed hammer. Like many Taurus revolvers, it features an integral keylock. It was first introduced in 1995.

Taurus 605
Type	Revolver
Place of origin	Brazil
Production history
Manufacturer	Taurus International
Unit cost	$371.21 (2017 MSRP)
Produced	1995–present
Specifications
Mass	24 oz
Length	6½"
Barrel length	2", 3"
Cartridge	.38 Special / .357 Magnum
Action	Double-Action / Single-Action
Muzzle velocity	~900 fps (125 grain 38 special +p) ~1200 fps (125 grain 357 magnum)
Feed system	5-round Cylinder
Sights	Fixed

Pre1999 Taurus 605 polished Stainless steel variant with Hardwood grip.

Taurus 605 matte Stainless Steel with rubber boot grip.

Current production stainless steel variant of the Taurus 605.

The primary use of this revolver is self-defense, based on its compact small-frame design. The 605 is built to the Taurus Zero Tolerance standard of quality including the Taurus lifetime warranty. The grip is made of rubber and has a knurly design. Taurus implemented the inbuilt keylock in 1997; it is activated with a unique key. The firing mechanism incorporates a transfer bar that assures the firing pin is not struck unless the trigger is pulled.

See also

• Taurus Model 85
• Taurus Model 731

References

• Michalowski, Kevin (2004). The Gun Digest Book of Guns for Personal Defense: Arms & Accessories for Self-Defense. Gun Digest Books. p. 114. ISBN 0-87349-931-X.
• "Model 605". Taurus International. Retrieved 2010-07-28.

External links

• Taurus Model 605 Home Page