Taurus 605 was my first revolver about 12 years ago. I have put nothing but super hot .357 rounds through it over the course of over 10 years and it still locks up tight and runs flawless. Awesome review 👍
@@guaporeturns9472 - can you believe I haven't even shot it yet? Got it cleaned up and it's just sitting about. Can't find reasonable 38 special ammo for it and I don't wanna pay these highway robbery prices. I plan to get some bulk ammo in a few months so I'll do some shooting then. It does appear to be decently made. It's really small, perfect for pocket or concealed carry. Just needs a little bit of paint / polish for the front sight.
I have the Taurus 856 but I wish I would have got the 605 or the Ruger LCRx in 357 mag. Taurus is a fine company today. People have to stop living in the past.
The main issue at the moment Tim is the few folks who are having issues with their revolver are having real problems with Taurus Customer Service. It's been such an issue that some dealers I know have stopped carrying Taurus brand firearms and won't even order them if some one wants one. Now, these are small number, still it's an issue that Taurus better address, before it seriously affects income. By the by, I own two Taurus Model 66s. Never an issue.
The 605 is a nice little carry gun. Those are some beautiful looking grips! Once the snow starts, I carry a 2'' S&W Mod 60 357 Mag with a couple speed loaders quite often. With my carry load the 357 Mag penetrates heavy clothing very well and still expands into a nice mushroom. A set of Crimson trace laser grips help to get on target quickly in low light conditions.
Nice new tool. I don’t know why,but this video brought back a memory... many moons ago I was on a job site with my dad doing the siding. My dads friend was running the site and he asked me if I ever shot a revolver...I said no. He went to his truck and pulled out a snubby and tossed some cans out on the ground and said have at it. I hit every one. Needless to say NONE of the guys on the site ever whistled or ogled at me again. 😆 thanks for the flashback Tools. 🔫💨🎯👑🛠
Im already there lol I carry a full size g3 and the 605 in my pocket as a back up. Taurus and Springfield( I have the black defender series subcompact xd9 as well) are some of the best. They can do what a glock does but better and for half the price!
I bought my first revolver ever last year, a Taurus Model 65, and have had zero issues shooting both .357 and .38 Special. Mine is stainless matte and I changed to Hogue wood grips as soon as it arrived. Had the opposite problem holding onto a fat chunk of factory rubber. Moved my trigger finger 3/8" closer to the trigger which was needed. I have slightly above average hand size but grip was too fat. LOVE my Taurus. Pull trigger, it goes BOOM. No problems.
Although a lot of people bad mouth Taurus, I like a lot of their products. Been looking for a small revolver in .357. I have medium size hands so it might be what I'm looking for. Thanks, I'll have to check them out.
I purchased a 605 a few weeks ago. I did not like the small grips that came on the pistol. I ordered on Amazon some Hogue grips and put on my 605. Much better grip and more comfortable and better control!!!
Just bought the 605 2 days ago. I carry a full size Taurus G3 with 2 mags and the 605 to carry as a back up in my pocket. Good for a coat pocket too, you dont have to draw it because it dont have a slide and you can shoot through your coat if you have no choice. I like the grips, they are fairly comfy in my hands but I do wish they was a little bigger.
I had a 44 mag taurus tracker and it was pre owned and rough as toast. Dismantled the gun, spent 2 days polishing it with mothers mag and soft dremmel pads and swapped out the grips for rosewood. Absolutely beautiful it came out.
Don't know how you do it!! Ammo runs video's , at range doing videos and top it off your only RUclipsr that responds to ever single comment doesn't matter how long after upload and apologize for the smallest thing because you have respect for all the people watching. VARY BIG PROPS TO YOU. Good things come to good true people
I’ve always had a soft spot in my heart for snubbies. Maybe that comes from watching the old black and white detective movies when I was younger. I bobbed the hammer on one of my 65’s. That’s one of my carry guns and that hammer can act like a hook to catch on clothing. Lord forbid I ever have to use it but if I do it’s undoubtedly going to be in double action. Good move on changing the grips. Touching off a hot 357 with the stock rubber grips is a form of self torture. Great video as usual sir.
I was not a taurus fan. I took a chance on this one. It's grown on me. It's a geat trail or woodsman gun. I've had it in ALL KINDS of weather from late February to present (almost early june) on a trip through the Ozarks. I have been outside the whole trip until about a week ago.. I've had to dust it more than anything. It has not rusted AT ALL or needed oil this whole trip. I can not say that for other guns that have endured the same thing as my taurus on this trip. I did not appreciate the 605 before. It was supposed to be just a cheap 357mag option. (I wanted a 357mag) Now it has grown on me and become a part of my EDC
That is a good looking little gun, seems to be pretty accurate right out of the box, 4 shots on target at 25yrds. I will take that. Have a good one brother I will see you on the next one.
I love the 605 SS model. It has been as good as any Smith. I painted the rear site white outline and the front a red orange and it works great for me. Locks up tight and concealable. It was EDC until I started carrying G26 when I totally realized the world is going crazy and maybe we all need more than 5.
Just kidding bro...but yeah 5 shots isn't always feasible. I carry my 605 and a quick strip as well as my ruger lcp max in my pocket with the 12 round mag and 10 round back up. So thats 32 rounds on me at all times. That should be enough to get away from the fight if nothing else.
Incredibly, I still am seeing these here lately at on-line vendors in the very low 300's. More incredibly than that even is that apparently, most times they work out of the box. I'm glad you're enjoying the revolver. It's one of the few if not the only offering these guys put out that I'd actually seriously consider because they make these correctly (for whatever reason) consistently (for whatever reason) and they last. Think about this for a moment; I bought an SP-101 2-1/4" .357 magnum Ruger new in 1999 at a chain retailer for...$369.00- In 1999! Have you seen the current new pricing on them? As the British are fond of saying, "Get stuffed!" Looking forward to new tests with the new gun. Congrats. Thank you for the video!
i bought the regular size 856 by mistake and Im glad i did. Together w/the 3 inch barrel and it's sturdy build, I can control 158 grain + P rounds w/ease. I called Taurus and they said +P is OK to use, but it shouldnt have a steady diet of them. So I shot +P and regular 38's and found that at 7 yards they shot the same. Now I can practice with standard rounds and keep +P's in at home. I have been shooting my beloved 2 inch Charter Arms snubbie for 35 years but the 856 is now my official "House Gun" .
Nice pistol! I just dealt mine in a trade!... I'll be honest! If I could have shot mine like you just did! I probably would have kept it! Good shooting! 👊👍
i love my 856 i did the black one due to the sale during the ammo panic i also put a hogue overmold on it and a coat of red in the front sight i also got now 5 hks10a speed loaders now for when ammo does come back to have more fun
Nice review. You’ve probably already looked at Buffalo Bore’s ammo offerings. They make a rather nice heavy 38Spcl 158 gr +P semi-wad cutter load (aka the FBI load) that has somewhere around 371 foot-pounds of energy out of a short barreled revolver. These loads make a reasonable alternative to magnum loads if you’re looking to cut recoil a bit.
Nice new tool! I have to say my 2 favorite small revolvers are my 642 and Taurus 85. I have 2 of those. I’m with you on any Taurus I own, I’ve never had an issue. My older millennium g2 has thousands of rounds and some really warm hand loads through it and not one issue. I absolutely love you new tool videos. 👍🇺🇸
I have a 605 and an 856. The Wolff gunsprings spring kit does a world of good to the trigger puls on them. Still 100% function with the lightest hammer spring.
Hard to beat the .357 revolver...back in the day, reload cast 38 spcl. was bout as cheap as you could shoot...then for more serious use, the .357 would "seal the deal." Those small handles are for deep concealed carry and many women carry them for that very reason, the small grips. I used to hear " use the right tool, for the job." That about says it all.
I bought the 605, I'm not going to lie, that DA pull is something to get used to. I just got it and haven't actually shot it yet, but I'm looking forward to doing so. That being said, at this point, I feel more confident w/my .9 Taurus G2C, but I HOPE to get to the point where I can confidently carry my 605 revolver.
It is a heavy double for sure, but I think it's a great little revolver. I imagine running it in double some will loosen it up a bit, but who can afford to run a lot of .357 right now.😆
After Smith & Wesson refused to warranty a year old Model 642 airweight on two occasions, I might try the Taurus. I have a Smith mod 66 that was my duty weapon and a mod 60 that was for undercover duty. I love them and they served me well. The 642 airweight is a huge disappointment. I’d sell it but wouldn’t feel right putting that junk in somebody’s hands.I despised Taurus in the 70-80’s and dogged a few buddies for owning them. It seems they have their stuff together. My semi autos are all non S&W. Thanks for the review. I’m impressed so far.
Hate to hear that about the 642. I've had great luck out of several Taurus revolvers at this point. I have a couple of S&W's and a little Rock Island 206 that have been solid too.
@@ToolsandTargets Im not sure if I’ll ever buy another Smith. There’s so many manufacturers and technology is awesome, I’m inclined to take the chance. I’m easy going until I feel like my business doesn’t matter. I’d rather spend my money with someone that appreciated my business.
You know it's going to be an awesome video when T&T gets some new tools. Great shooting, 2" barrel at 25 yards. Thank for the lesson T&T. Stay safe abs keep the faith.
Great function right out of the box!! Love that grip on your new tool! Taurus should hook up with Pachmeyer and put that specific grip on that tool! It would certainly enhance the customer to purchase for sure!! I know it would me!! Great video as always!! 🇺🇸👍🏻
Cool looking revolver Tools! Owned a few Taurus’s before always liked them, wish I had the Mod 85 3 inch back I traded years ago. Good shooting thanks for sharing!
I really like my little belly gun, the first thing I did to my Sp101 was cut off the hammer spur so it wouldn't gouge my "muffin top" !! I only shoot the 125 grain jacketed hollowpoints in my 357 !! Back when I was a tad younger (with better eyes) l could impress my shooting buddies by regularly tagging a target at 50 yards!!! I put white fingernail polish on the front sight then a couple coats of bright orange over the white, made that front sight pop !!!
I picked up one of the polymer framed detective type 357 snubbies on trade. It's incredibly hard to explain how uncomfortable it is to use with full power 357. Maybe the metal frame would take the edge off. The larger grip certainly wouldn't make it worse. I actually paid for one of the 4" stainless 7 round for my dad for Father's Day last year. He's 78 and couldn't take the recoil. Tried Underwood 38 loads. Better, but he still couldn't manage it well enough to use effectively. So, I have two sitting in the safe that likely won't ever be used again.
I have one in black and used Hornady Critical defense black box 357. A piece of the projectile got me in the face. Still waiting on Taurus for inspection.
Nice new tool, really good shooting too. I also noticed that it doesn't seem to have a lot of recoil, (of course you're 6'4" and go about 200) but it really surprised me tho!
Just got the 3 inch 605 - my research shows 3 inches is best for 357 revolvers - more carryable and also most rounds aren't much faster in a 4 inch vs a 3 inch, but are enough faster than 2 inch to justify.
Got 2 of them...they work. Taurus was absolute JUNK from the 70's through the 80's, then they stepped up their game. Also have a pt92 9mm, all good guns. Money well spent, they simply work. But...357 magnum rounds are punishing, 38 caliber is much more pleasant to shoot.
I have had mine for about 3 years now and still loving it. The only minor problem i had was with a screw coming loose, but my gun smith took care of that before I had to send it back. Lovely noise maker. I am just a Taurus fan like that. Got my hands of a 942 finally the other day for almost 2 times what it normally cost, but man do I love shooting that gun, recoil very minimal. This video got me cracking up. Dude you should do auctions. Love the voice.
1st thought: Cool grips! 2. That thing looks small so it's probably a handful. 3. 5 shots go way too fast. When you run out it's like coming down from a sugar high.
Nice shooting Tools! I also own both the 605 and 856UL (Ultra Light). I painted the front sights on both. I seem to shoot about 3"high @ 15yards with the 605, but the 856 shoots point of aim and is amazingly accurate for such a small light firearm. When it comes to revolvers, I am a big Ruger fan, but these Taurus' are very nice. Double action, I actually prefer the Taurus', there's a point during the trigger pull that you know right when the trigger is going to break. As for the grips, I like the factory rubber grips, I wouldn't say I have large hands, but larger than average if that makes any sense(I can bounce a basketball and palm it from a dribble), but the factory grips feel comfortable. That said, the grip you put on your 605 is sweet and makes the already good looking 605 even better.
Boiler Up, X-S Sights make a big dot front sight that’s super easy to see, even in the dark. It’s made for the Ruger SP 101 but also works on the Taurus 856. Great addition.
Finally found a 605 huh? I really enjoy shooting. 38spc out of mine. Love those grips. Mine has the black rubber ones. Great video. Looking forward to snubby gel test.
Great video, I have the matte black 605 it's my daily ccw there are other options in the safe but I just love this little gun. I have the houge grips on it full purchase feels like a sledge hammer with 180 grain jhp magnums.
I purchased my 605 a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely love the way it feels in my hand & best of all it’s very easy to conceal in my leather OWB holster. I did also replace the grips that came in the 605. They were just to small fit my hand. I ordered a Hogue grip off Amazon and put it on my 605 & man it feels a lot better & comfortable & better control with hot .357 rounds
As for revolvers, I have various Ruger and Smith & Wesson models, no Taurus's to date I'm afraid. So, that means I need to go out and get one! You got 'cha a fine one there bud, for sure. Love them snubby's! I carry a Ruger SP101 2 1/4" barrel .357 Mag 5 shot. I load it with Speer Gold Dot "Short Barrel" 135 grain JHP and they work well for me. I found that the lower capacity actually has improved my accuracy, if you know what I mean. LOL Speaking of accuracy, great 25 yard shooting. I believe you got a keeper there! Enjoyed the video! Congrats on the new tool, happy shootin'...take care and stay safe my friend!
Had a Taurus 856 in .38. I've put about 500 rounds thru it. Never a problem, more accurate than I thought it would be. You're right about the grips. Bought new ones first week, but it's a great bang for your buck upgrade
A matte black 605 is my edc. I put some old uncle Mike’s boot grips on it, and it conceals as well as any 357 j frame … just at a third of the price. Nice choice, Tools! I’m sure it’ll serve you very well!
You will enjoy your 605 I think they are fine revolvers. I just purchased one with a 3” barrel as a mate too the 2”. I also have an 856 with a 3” barrel and a 942 22 mag with a 3” barrel. I have had excellent experiences with Taurus revolvers over the years. I own 6 at this time. I enjoy your videos and the information they provide. Keep up the good work
Nice weapon there Tools. I picked up a blued Taurus 65 from the used gun counter during the pandemic for $299. Haven't had an issue and really love the look of the gun.
TOOL..!!! GREAT LITTLE GUN...!!!! MINE HAD TO GO TO THE DOUBLE G SHOP AND POLISH THE TRIGGER...!!!! GREAT SHOOTING TOOL ...!!!!! THE ACCURACY IS OUTSTANDING ...!!!!!! FOR A SMALL GUN ..!!!!! GREAT VIDEO TOOL ...!!!!!! STILL HOLDING YOUR FEET TO THE FIRE FOR MORE 40'S ....!!!!!! DOUBLE G. HERE...!!!!
Great video. I need one of these. I have a model 85 in 38 special. Love that revolver. Been looking to check out the new versions of my 85. Might have to soon. Thanks tools!!
Excellent choice for close defense or normal robbery range. It's not uncommon to hold your assailant with one hand and shoot him with the other. This pistol is capable of good accuracy but in real life self-defense the sites won't be used. Under high stress most people point and shoot. it's a good technique to learn. Buy a stack of cheap paper plates and place one at 10 ft and 5 ft .practice.
Like the new tool! Grips look good on it. My dad has had one of those for years and years and it’s been a solid gun. I got me the s&w 640 .357 coming soon probably next week sometime I’ll pick it up. But I’ll probably buy me a couple of these Taurus 605’s this summer. I think they’d make a good truck gun or a good store away gun as a backup.
for some reason I knew this was the one you were talking about when you said you had a tool in 357 Mag but wasnt saying anything. Ive been carrying one since the day I bought it earlier this year.
Nice shooting tools, most people don't give short barrels credit for being as accurate as they can be. The grips make all the difference for me ,I put some hogue grips on my ruger sp101 3" barrel 357mag and it made shooting 357 a lot more pleasant.
Taurus 605 was my first revolver about 12 years ago. I have put nothing but super hot .357 rounds through it over the course of over 10 years and it still locks up tight and runs flawless. Awesome review 👍
Thank you sir. I love these little revolvers.😎👍
I got one coming soon. I'm not an advocate of Taurus, but I couldn't pass the price of this one so we'll see. Maybe I'll change my mind 🤔
@@sheldonjplanktonn Well , did you get yours? What do you think?
@@guaporeturns9472 - can you believe I haven't even shot it yet? Got it cleaned up and it's just sitting about. Can't find reasonable 38 special ammo for it and I don't wanna pay these highway robbery prices. I plan to get some bulk ammo in a few months so I'll do some shooting then.
It does appear to be decently made. It's really small, perfect for pocket or concealed carry. Just needs a little bit of paint / polish for the front sight.
@@sheldonjplanktonn nice. Think I’m gonna get one for my teenage daughter.. she’s starting to show interest in shooting with me.
The 605 was the first EDC style pistol I ever bought,it’s been a reliable companion for almost 10 years now.great video 👍🏿
Thank you sir. These Taurus revolvers are great.😎👍
I have the Taurus 856 but I wish I would have got the 605 or the Ruger LCRx in 357 mag. Taurus is a fine company today. People have to stop living in the past.
Yessir
The main issue at the moment Tim is the few folks who are having issues with their revolver are having real problems with Taurus Customer Service. It's been such an issue that some dealers I know have stopped carrying Taurus brand firearms and won't even order them if some one wants one. Now, these are small number, still it's an issue that Taurus better address, before it seriously affects income. By the by, I own two Taurus Model 66s. Never an issue.
The 605 is a nice little carry gun. Those are some beautiful looking grips! Once the snow starts, I carry a 2'' S&W Mod 60 357 Mag with a couple speed loaders quite often. With my carry load the 357 Mag penetrates heavy clothing very well and still expands into a nice mushroom. A set of Crimson trace laser grips help to get on target quickly in low light conditions.
Nice.😎
I own three Taurus revolvers 85, 856 and a 605. I haven’t had a single issue with any of them. 😁💥🇺🇸🦅
Nice. All of mine have run perfect.
which one you recommend? 85 or 605? Why?
@@attorney8452 856 if you want a 6 shot 38 special . If you want the ability to shoot 38 and 357 get the 605 but you’re limited to 5 rounds.
@@jerrywilson5173 Thanks a alot man
Plus the 856 replaced the 85 in the Taurus line up.
Nice new tool. I don’t know why,but this video brought back a memory... many moons ago I was on a job site with my dad doing the siding. My dads friend was running the site and he asked me if I ever shot a revolver...I said no. He went to his truck and pulled out a snubby and tossed some cans out on the ground and said have at it. I hit every one. Needless to say NONE of the guys on the site ever whistled or ogled at me again. 😆 thanks for the flashback Tools. 🔫💨🎯👑🛠
😆😆😆 Nice. Appreciate you!
Nothing more attractive than a lady who can use a weapon. 😍
@@nickjenkins1663 Nothing more cringy than a guy that makes stupid comments.🤦♂️
Taurus is slowly becoming one of my favorite gun brands
No complaints from me.👍
Im already there lol I carry a full size g3 and the 605 in my pocket as a back up. Taurus and Springfield( I have the black defender series subcompact xd9 as well) are some of the best. They can do what a glock does but better and for half the price!
I bought my first revolver ever last year, a Taurus Model 65, and have had zero issues shooting both .357 and .38 Special. Mine is stainless matte and I changed to Hogue wood grips as soon as it arrived. Had the opposite problem holding onto a fat chunk of factory rubber. Moved my trigger finger 3/8" closer to the trigger which was needed. I have slightly above average hand size but grip was too fat. LOVE my Taurus. Pull trigger, it goes BOOM. No problems.
Although a lot of people bad mouth Taurus, I like a lot of their products. Been looking for a small revolver in .357. I have medium size hands so it might be what I'm looking for. Thanks, I'll have to check them out.
I think these small frame Taurus revolvers are great.👍
I purchased a 605 a few weeks ago. I did not like the small grips that came on the pistol. I ordered on Amazon some Hogue grips and put on my 605. Much better grip and more comfortable and better control!!!
Just bought the 605 2 days ago. I carry a full size Taurus G3 with 2 mags and the 605 to carry as a back up in my pocket. Good for a coat pocket too, you dont have to draw it because it dont have a slide and you can shoot through your coat if you have no choice. I like the grips, they are fairly comfy in my hands but I do wish they was a little bigger.
Nice. I think they're great revolvers.
I had a 44 mag taurus tracker and it was pre owned and rough as toast. Dismantled the gun, spent 2 days polishing it with mothers mag and soft dremmel pads and swapped out the grips for rosewood. Absolutely beautiful it came out.
Nice. My .44 Tracker has been a good one too.
I love Taurus revolvers, appreciate that he took the detailed measurements with calipers, nice review, quick and covered well.
Appreciate that!😎👊
Me too
Don't know how you do it!! Ammo runs video's , at range doing videos and top it off your only RUclipsr that responds to ever single comment doesn't matter how long after upload and apologize for the smallest thing because you have respect for all the people watching. VARY BIG PROPS TO YOU. Good things come to good true people
Really appreciate that! Thanks for the support.😎👊
For a small revolver, it's a shooter.....and so are you Mr. Tools & Targets.
Appreciate that, my friend!
I’ve always had a soft spot in my heart for snubbies. Maybe that comes from watching the old black and white detective movies when I was younger. I bobbed the hammer on one of my 65’s. That’s one of my carry guns and that hammer can act like a hook to catch on clothing. Lord forbid I ever have to use it but if I do it’s undoubtedly going to be in double action. Good move on changing the grips. Touching off a hot 357 with the stock rubber grips is a form of self torture. Great video as usual sir.
Thank you sir.😎
I've never had a problem with Taurus. I had to send back the last two Rugers I bought to get them right.
That's crazy that you put this video out today I literally just pick my 605 up from my FFL about an hour ago but I haven't shot it yet
Nice! I love these small frame Taurus'.
I was not a taurus fan. I took a chance on this one. It's grown on me. It's a geat trail or woodsman gun. I've had it in ALL KINDS of weather from late February to present (almost early june) on a trip through the Ozarks. I have been outside the whole trip until about a week ago.. I've had to dust it more than anything. It has not rusted AT ALL or needed oil this whole trip. I can not say that for other guns that have endured the same thing as my taurus on this trip. I did not appreciate the 605 before. It was supposed to be just a cheap 357mag option. (I wanted a 357mag) Now it has grown on me and become a part of my EDC
Nice! I'm a big fan of these small framed Taurus revolvers.😎👍
@@ToolsandTargets I like a rossi ja frame great gun. Wish I had one in 357
@@ToolsandTargetsif you were to carry this sometimes and since you do many bullet reviews what would you recommend for this gun
That is a good looking little gun, seems to be pretty accurate right out of the box, 4 shots on target at 25yrds. I will take that. Have a good one brother I will see you on the next one.
Thank you sir. Pretty happy with it.😎
I had one of those in the black polly as my edc . I traded it in for my XDM10MM. Only issue i could find was you can't drop a speed loader in it
I have a speed loader I use for the 856. Need to pick a couple up for this.
I love the 605 SS model. It has been as good as any Smith. I painted the rear site white outline and the front a red orange and it works great for me. Locks up tight and concealable. It was EDC until I started carrying G26 when I totally realized the world is going crazy and maybe we all need more than 5.
Nice. I've had nothing but good experiences with Taurus revolvers.👍
I doubt if I will ever need more than five guns at one time. ....
@@JohnLloydScharf ya never know. Mob violence is more prevalent.
If you can't stop a threat with 5 guns you need to buy a bat or club.lol
Just kidding bro...but yeah 5 shots isn't always feasible. I carry my 605 and a quick strip as well as my ruger lcp max in my pocket with the 12 round mag and 10 round back up. So thats 32 rounds on me at all times. That should be enough to get away from the fight if nothing else.
Incredibly, I still am seeing these here lately at on-line vendors in the very low 300's. More incredibly than that even is that apparently, most times they work out of the box. I'm glad you're enjoying the revolver. It's one of the few if not the only offering these guys put out that I'd actually seriously consider because they make these correctly (for whatever reason) consistently (for whatever reason) and they last. Think about this for a moment; I bought an SP-101 2-1/4" .357 magnum Ruger new in 1999 at a chain retailer for...$369.00- In 1999! Have you seen the current new pricing on them? As the British are fond of saying, "Get stuffed!"
Looking forward to new tests with the new gun. Congrats. Thank you for the video!
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I like my 605 . Like you , I installed larger grips . I fits in the front pocket very well .
Bigger grips are a must for me.👍 The only grips I haven't changed are on my 608. they're actually nice size.
i bought the regular size 856 by mistake and Im glad i did. Together w/the 3 inch barrel and it's sturdy build, I can control 158 grain + P rounds w/ease. I called Taurus and they said +P is OK to use, but it shouldnt have a steady diet of them. So I shot +P and regular 38's and found that at 7 yards they shot the same. Now I can practice with standard rounds and keep +P's in at home. I have been shooting my beloved 2 inch Charter Arms snubbie for 35 years but the 856 is now my official "House Gun" .
I love your hat 👒!
And all your videos! That gun with those grips looks awesome 🤩!
Thank you sir. Appreciate that.😎
That hat a great trademark!
Excellent!
Everybody's friend the .357 mag!
Yessir.😎
Nice pistol! I just dealt mine in a trade!... I'll be honest! If I could have shot mine like you just did! I probably would have kept it! Good shooting! 👊👍
Thank you sir. Definitely liking this one so far.
i love my 856 i did the black one due to the sale during the ammo panic i also put a hogue overmold on it and a coat of red in the front sight i also got now 5 hks10a speed loaders now for when ammo does come back to have more fun
Nice. I got a few speed loaders for my 856 but I need to grab some for this 605.
Nice review. You’ve probably already looked at Buffalo Bore’s ammo offerings. They make a rather nice heavy 38Spcl 158 gr +P semi-wad cutter load (aka the FBI load) that has somewhere around 371 foot-pounds of energy out of a short barreled revolver. These loads make a reasonable alternative to magnum loads if you’re looking to cut recoil a bit.
Thank you sir.😎
Love Buffalo Bore's offerings.
Nice new tool! I have to say my 2 favorite small revolvers are my 642 and Taurus 85. I have 2 of those. I’m with you on any Taurus I own, I’ve never had an issue. My older millennium g2 has thousands of rounds and some really warm hand loads through it and not one issue. I absolutely love you new tool videos. 👍🇺🇸
Appreciate that, brother!😎👊
I have a 605 and an 856. The Wolff gunsprings spring kit does a world of good to the trigger puls on them. Still 100% function with the lightest hammer spring.
I'll have to check that out.😎👍
I had light primer strikes with certain ammo brands after installing the lighter springs. It was so much smoother tho
Hard to beat the .357 revolver...back in the day, reload cast 38 spcl. was bout as cheap as you could shoot...then for more serious use, the .357 would "seal the deal."
Those small handles are for deep concealed carry and many women carry them for that very reason, the small grips.
I used to hear " use the right tool, for the job." That about says it all.
Definitely a pile of fun.😎
Taurus makes a fine tool. That looks like a great carry tool if you like a revolver. Another great video.
Thank you sir.😎👊
.357 is no joke ! It only takes one shot to get the job done.
Amen!
Yes sir!!! The .357 magnum has a 96.6% one shot stopping rate!!! Say no more
Today….Taurus for the win👍👍👍
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I bought the 605, I'm not going to lie, that DA pull is something to get used to. I just got it and haven't actually shot it yet, but I'm looking forward to doing so. That being said, at this point, I feel more confident w/my .9 Taurus G2C, but I HOPE to get to the point where I can confidently carry my 605 revolver.
It is a heavy double for sure, but I think it's a great little revolver. I imagine running it in double some will loosen it up a bit, but who can afford to run a lot of .357 right now.😆
Taurus has always been on point with revolvers and they're customer service is awesome
Mine have all been great.😎👍
After Smith & Wesson refused to warranty a year old Model 642 airweight on two occasions, I might try the Taurus. I have a Smith mod 66 that was my duty weapon and a mod 60 that was for undercover duty. I love them and they served me well. The 642 airweight is a huge disappointment. I’d sell it but wouldn’t feel right putting that junk in somebody’s hands.I despised Taurus in the 70-80’s and dogged a few buddies for owning them. It seems they have their stuff together. My semi autos are all non S&W.
Thanks for the review. I’m impressed so far.
Hate to hear that about the 642. I've had great luck out of several Taurus revolvers at this point. I have a couple of S&W's and a little Rock Island 206 that have been solid too.
@@ToolsandTargets Im not sure if I’ll ever buy another Smith. There’s so many manufacturers and technology is awesome, I’m inclined to take the chance. I’m easy going until I feel like my business doesn’t matter. I’d rather spend my money with someone that appreciated my business.
That little revolver is deadly in your hands. Nice shooting tools
Thank you sir.😎👊
You know it's going to be an awesome video when T&T gets some new tools. Great shooting, 2" barrel at 25 yards. Thank for the lesson T&T. Stay safe abs keep the faith.
Thank you sir. Appreciate that!😎👊
Great function right out of the box!! Love that grip on your new tool! Taurus should hook up with Pachmeyer and put that specific grip on that tool! It would certainly enhance the customer to purchase for sure!! I know it would me!!
Great video as always!! 🇺🇸👍🏻
Thank you sir. I definitely like these grips. Very nice fit in my hand.😎👍
@@ToolsandTargets and it certainly would be a selling point for me! Very cool for sure!!!👍🏻
They do put that type of grip on one version of their 856 3inch Defender.
Good to go. My wife & I carried a magnaported 2 1/4" S&W 60 in 357 years ago. Not a bad carry. But that was some time ago. Thank you.
Very nice.😎
Cool looking revolver Tools! Owned a few Taurus’s before always liked them, wish I had the Mod 85 3 inch back I traded years ago. Good shooting thanks for sharing!
Thank you sir.😎👊
I had several Taurus wheel guns years ago .. had a 357 and 44... 0 issues.. great to shoot.. felt good in my hands
Yessir. I like all of mine.
I really like my little belly gun, the first thing I did to my Sp101 was cut off the hammer spur so it wouldn't gouge my "muffin top" !! I only shoot the 125 grain jacketed hollowpoints in my 357 !! Back when I was a tad younger (with better eyes) l could impress my shooting buddies by regularly tagging a target at 50 yards!!! I put white fingernail polish on the front sight then a couple coats of bright orange over the white, made that front sight pop !!!
Good idea for the sight. That's exactly what I was thinking.😎👍
I picked up one of the polymer framed detective type 357 snubbies on trade.
It's incredibly hard to explain how uncomfortable it is to use with full power 357. Maybe the metal frame would take the edge off. The larger grip certainly wouldn't make it worse.
I actually paid for one of the 4" stainless 7 round for my dad for Father's Day last year. He's 78 and couldn't take the recoil. Tried Underwood 38 loads. Better, but he still couldn't manage it well enough to use effectively.
So, I have two sitting in the safe that likely won't ever be used again.
Good energy in this vid!
Appreciate that!
I have one in black and used Hornady Critical defense black box 357. A piece of the projectile got me in the face. Still waiting on Taurus for inspection.
Taurus makes a good looking revolver, it looks sharp with those grips.
I think so too.👍
Nice new tool, really good shooting too. I also noticed that it doesn't seem to have a lot of recoil, (of course you're 6'4" and go about 200) but it really surprised me tho!
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Love that 605 taurus I have had no problems with any of my taurus good video
Yessir.😎
I have put this revolver on order. Still waiting for it to come in.
Thank you for your excellent video and review.
Appreciate that.
I really like the 605. I have one in stainless and one in black.
I think they're great revolvers.😎
I’m one of the previous Taurus owners. I’m seeing some interesting models now days and the price is hard to beat. 🇺🇸
Yessir. I've had nothing but good luck with mine so far.😎👍
Awesome Tools......I just picked up a 605 Defender with 3" Barrel and front night sight.......
Nice.😎
Damn good shooting .357 2” barrel at 25 yards!
Thank you sir.😎👊
On that last shot you forgot to say, "do you feel lucky punk...well do ya?" LOL
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Just got the 3 inch 605 - my research shows 3 inches is best for 357 revolvers - more carryable and also most rounds aren't much faster in a 4 inch vs a 3 inch, but are enough faster than 2 inch to justify.
I have a test coming soon using my 686 3".😎👍
@@ToolsandTargets Sweet. I'll be on the lookout.
Got 2 of them...they work. Taurus was absolute JUNK from the 70's through the 80's, then they stepped up their game. Also have a pt92 9mm, all good guns. Money well spent, they simply work. But...357 magnum rounds are punishing, 38 caliber is much more pleasant to shoot.
I've had a black 605 for a few years, solid little 357 I like it
Yessir.😎👊
I have been thinking about getting either a 605 or an 856. Thanks for the video.
Would be a tough choice. Extra round in the 856. Extra power with .357 in the 605.😆
@@ToolsandTargets exactly my thoughts and I am not fortunate enough to afford both. (At least right now 😅)
Picked up my Henry 357 today 🇺🇸
Nice.😎
Yes I have had my eye on this tool 605.. I want one.
Love these little snubby revolvers.
I have had mine for about 3 years now and still loving it. The only minor problem i had was with a screw coming loose, but my gun smith took care of that before I had to send it back. Lovely noise maker. I am just a Taurus fan like that. Got my hands of a 942 finally the other day for almost 2 times what it normally cost, but man do I love shooting that gun, recoil very minimal. This video got me cracking up. Dude you should do auctions. Love the voice.
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1st thought: Cool grips!
2. That thing looks small so it's probably a handful.
3. 5 shots go way too fast. When you run out it's like coming down from a sugar high.
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Tools! Do some .38 Super in one of those .357 revolvers. To see how different the .38 Special and .357 Magnum perform.
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Nice shooting Tools! I also own both the 605 and 856UL (Ultra Light). I painted the front sights on both. I seem to shoot about 3"high @ 15yards with the 605, but the 856 shoots point of aim and is amazingly accurate for such a small light firearm. When it comes to revolvers, I am a big Ruger fan, but these Taurus' are very nice. Double action, I actually prefer the Taurus', there's a point during the trigger pull that you know right when the trigger is going to break. As for the grips, I like the factory rubber grips, I wouldn't say I have large hands, but larger than average if that makes any sense(I can bounce a basketball and palm it from a dribble), but the factory grips feel comfortable. That said, the grip you put on your 605 is sweet and makes the already good looking 605 even better.
Appreciate ya, brother!
Boiler Up, X-S Sights make a big dot front sight that’s super easy to see, even in the dark. It’s made for the Ruger SP 101 but also works on the Taurus 856. Great addition.
@@maxmccain8950 Thanks Max. I think that's the sight my brother-in-law put on his SP101, it really does stand out.
I got one of these. It's a decent little shooter.
Yessir.👍
I've had good experiences with Taurus revolvers
Same here.👍
Finally found a 605 huh? I really enjoy shooting. 38spc out of mine. Love those grips. Mine has the black rubber ones. Great video. Looking forward to snubby gel test.
Finally.😆
Great video, I have the matte black 605 it's my daily ccw there are other options in the safe but I just love this little gun. I have the houge grips on it full purchase feels like a sledge hammer with 180 grain jhp magnums.
Nice.😎
I purchased my 605 a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely love the way it feels in my hand & best of all it’s very easy to conceal in my leather OWB holster. I did also replace the grips that came in the 605. They were just to small fit my hand. I ordered a Hogue grip off Amazon and put it on my 605 & man it feels a lot better & comfortable & better control with hot .357 rounds
@@thomaspalmer7900 just traded that little 5 shot for a six shot eaa windicator .
@@CIVILDEFENSEBUNKER six shot is better than five. Good luck with your new purchase
I've owned quite a few Taurus over the years. I've never had a bit of trouble out of any of them. Maybe I'm lucky, I don't know.
Same here.👍
So did you get two revolvers? One for the giveaway?? ;-) Where’s the code?
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I think the code should be free taurus for range gang!
I really Like the small grips on the Taurus small frames wheel guns!
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Going out to hit some steel for the first time since October tomorrow, this video has me itching like a kid going to bed Christmas eve.
Nice! Have fun, brother!
I love my 605. It’s nice to have the option to carry 38 or 357. Trigger is heavy but still not bad. Like you I’ve had a lot of good luck with Taurus.
I just bought my Taurus 605 pistol today!!! Can’t wait to shoot it!!!!
I love these revolvers.
As for revolvers, I have various Ruger and Smith & Wesson models, no Taurus's to date I'm afraid. So, that means I need to go out and get one! You got 'cha a fine one there bud, for sure. Love them snubby's! I carry a Ruger SP101 2 1/4" barrel .357 Mag 5 shot. I load it with Speer Gold Dot "Short Barrel" 135 grain JHP and they work well for me. I found that the lower capacity actually has improved my accuracy, if you know what I mean. LOL Speaking of accuracy, great 25 yard shooting. I believe you got a keeper there! Enjoyed the video! Congrats on the new tool, happy shootin'...take care and stay safe my friend!
Thank you sir. I have a couple of Smith revolvers but no Rugers yet. I love em all!😎
I am seriously considering this as my first revolver.
cuz of this i decided to get a levergun in 357. taurus did this one right. Reloaders u got ur dream kit starter here.
Cool new tool, Great shooting Tools!!!!!
Thank you sir.😎👊
Had a Taurus 856 in .38. I've put about 500 rounds thru it. Never a problem, more accurate than I thought it would be. You're right about the grips. Bought new ones first week, but it's a great bang for your buck upgrade
Absolutely!
Can you recommend some good ammo for the 856?
Outstanding addition to the toolbox. It should put some hurt on the jelly. 👏👏👏
Yessir.💥😎💥
A matte black 605 is my edc. I put some old uncle Mike’s boot grips on it, and it conceals as well as any 357 j frame … just at a third of the price.
Nice choice, Tools! I’m sure it’ll serve you very well!
Thank you sir. I'm definitely a fan of these Taurus revolvers.
You will enjoy your 605 I think they are fine revolvers. I just purchased one with a 3” barrel as a mate too the 2”. I also have an 856 with a 3” barrel and a 942 22 mag with a 3” barrel. I have had excellent experiences with Taurus revolvers over the years. I own 6 at this time. I enjoy your videos and the information they provide. Keep up the good work
Nice! Appreciate that.
Nice weapon there Tools. I picked up a blued Taurus 65 from the used gun counter during the pandemic for $299. Haven't had an issue and really love the look of the gun.
Nice.😎
Is it just me or is this guy an insanely good shot with such a short barrel gun?
TOOL..!!! GREAT LITTLE GUN...!!!! MINE HAD TO GO TO THE DOUBLE G SHOP AND POLISH THE TRIGGER...!!!! GREAT SHOOTING TOOL ...!!!!! THE ACCURACY IS OUTSTANDING ...!!!!!! FOR A SMALL GUN ..!!!!! GREAT VIDEO TOOL ...!!!!!! STILL HOLDING YOUR FEET TO THE FIRE FOR MORE 40'S ....!!!!!! DOUBLE G. HERE...!!!!
Appreciate ya, brother. .40's are definitely gonna get some play time.😎👊
@@ToolsandTargets LOVE IT TOOL ..!!!! DOUBLE G. HERE..!!!
I see you got one with the exposed hammer, good choice, that's what I want so I can shoot single action. congratulations on your purchase !
Yessir. I really like these Taurus small frame revolvers. Appreciate that!😎👊
Wow, what a hand full with those magnums !!! Thanks for the video !!
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Nice Taurus Revolver Tools Good Video Stay Safe Stay 2A Strong 🇺🇸
Thank you sir.😎
I have the 856 rose wood pachmayr grips...Beautiful piece
Just got the same grips for my 605 Ty I love them
Great video. I need one of these. I have a model 85 in 38 special. Love that revolver. Been looking to check out the new versions of my 85. Might have to soon. Thanks tools!!
Thank you sir. I love these little revolvers.
Excellent choice for close defense or normal robbery range. It's not uncommon to hold your assailant with one hand and shoot him with the other. This pistol is capable of good accuracy but in real life self-defense the sites won't be used. Under high stress most people point and shoot. it's a good technique to learn. Buy a stack of cheap paper plates and place one at 10 ft and 5 ft .practice.
Like the new tool! Grips look good on it. My dad has had one of those for years and years and it’s been a solid gun. I got me the s&w 640 .357 coming soon probably next week sometime I’ll pick it up. But I’ll probably buy me a couple of these Taurus 605’s this summer. I think they’d make a good truck gun or a good store away gun as a backup.
Yessir.👍
Definitely see some interesting tests in the near future. 357 mag in a rifle vs a pistol would be cool
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for some reason I knew this was the one you were talking about when you said you had a tool in 357 Mag but wasnt saying anything. Ive been carrying one since the day I bought it earlier this year.
Yessir. Had to have a shorty for testing.👍
Nice shooting tools, most people don't give short barrels credit for being as accurate as they can be. The grips make all the difference for me ,I put some hogue grips on my ruger sp101 3" barrel 357mag and it made shooting 357 a lot more pleasant.
Thank you sir. Grips do make a huge difference.
Great little shooter! I have nothing against Taurus, and I love snubbies!
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