Taurus Raging Hunter: A Lightweight Large-Frame .44 Magnum
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- Brazilian manufacturer Taurus has put out many “raging” guns over the years-Raging Bull, Raging Hornet, Raging Judge, Raging Thirty, and Raging Bee. Now, there’s a Raging model specifically for one of the largest and most passionate demographics - hunters. Meet the Taurus Raging Hunter.
Taurus saw demand on the big game hunting market for a wheelgun that blends value with features hunters prefer. The Raging Hunter features dual cylinder locks, a transfer bar safety, fully adjustable rear sight, and an integral Picatinny rail for easy optics mounting.
The largest difference between the Raging Hunter and other comparable hunting wheelguns is the business-end design. A lightweight barrel sleeve shrouds the stainless barrel, making the handgun less front-heavy than its counterparts. A recess in that barrel shroud houses the ejector rod. Speaking of barrels, available lengths include 5.12-inches, 6.75-inches, and 8.37-inches.
Factory tuned porting helps eliminate muzzle rise, allowing hunters to stay on target should follow-up shots be needed. Cushioned insert grips make the gun more comfortable to fire, especially when dealing with hotter hunting loads.
The Raging Hunter initially launched only in .44 Magnum, but Brazilian-based Taurus has since added both .357 Magnum and .454 Casull to the stable, with each also firing their lesser counterparts of .38 Special and .45 Colt. The wheelguns are available in either Black Oxide or two-tone Stainless, along with several barrel lengths, making these six-shooters-or seven, in the case of the .357 Mag--a fine entry point into the dedicated hunting revolver market. MSRP on the Raging Hunters sits at $910 to $919, depending upon caliber.
Our test Raging Hunter is the .44 Magnum with an 8.37-inch barrel and two-toned finish. The gun shipped in a rather plain cardboard box, though we’ve seen other Raging Hunters come in a handy zipper case.
The Raging Hunter looks like a mean tank, but pick it up, and the looks defy the weight. For our longest-barreled Hunter, the weight is “only” 55-ounces or 3.4-pounds, sans ammunition, or optic. While that may sound heavy, what looks like a hulky full stainless barrel and housing is just a lighter stainless barrel inside a shroud.
While many hunters welcome the weight of a gun as a counter to recoil, others prefer weight savings. Neither is right, but rather, a personal preference. To counteract the muzzle rise that would come with less weight at the muzzle end, Taurus ports the barrel, taming rise. The reduction in weight not only balances nicely but is also theoretically easier to carry afield on hunts than comparable OAL stainless builds. How does that lack of heft leave it standing in firing conditions when shooting the hottest loads?
We headed to the range with a healthy can full of .44 caliber ammunition, any of which would be suitable for hunting. That included .44 Rem Mags: Hornady 240-grain XTP, Winchester 240-grain JSP, and Sig Sauer 240-grain V-Crown JHP, as well as a box of Hornady .44 Special 180-grain XTP for more low-recoil range-time pleasure.
The Taurus six-shooter ran through each with 100 percent reliability and a similar point of impact for all the magnums at 50 yards. Because this is a lighter-weight handgun than others of comparable size on the market, felt recoil is slightly greater; however, the ported muzzle helps considerably with muzzle rise and makes staying on target for follow-up shots much quicker than anticipated. In fact, there's surprisingly little whip.
The red cushioned insert grips are welcome, as much of the recoil comes back through the palm of the hand. The dual lockup on the cylinder takes some practice to swing out quickly, but the added strength is always welcome when firing magnum loads. While the iron sights are nice and easy to adjust, we appreciated the addition of the full-length integral optics rail.
With just a bit of practice and familiarization with the revolver, we were able to put out repeatable sub-2-inch three-shot groups at 50 yards using only the iron sights. We made adjustments to elevation with the rear sight, and changes were spot-on, though most hunters will likely opt for mounting an optic.
Though Taurus is a name synonymous with more budget-friendly guns, they balance that with features hunters appreciate - dual lockup, muzzle porting, easy optics mounting, and solid calibers. The large frame Taurus Raging Hunter is a welcome addition to the hunting revolver market, giving game-chasers a more lightweight, budget-friendly, six-shooting option. 
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It now comes in a 7-round 357 magnum and a 5-round 454 Casull Raging Hunter model. A striking look of the black and stainless steel.
Taurus has improved considerably in recent years. I have the 5" barrel version of this very same model and I am very happy with it.
Good to know. Thanks.
I have the same length however 357 probably. Going. To get a 44 before deer season so I have it when I go north into bear country
Picked up the .44 Raging Hunter a month ago and I couldn't be happier. I put 50 rounds through it last week and it left me absolutely convinced that it's going to drop a deer dead in his tracks.......if the owner can get it on target, of course! LOL For a .44 hand cannon, the recoil is more like a .357....not too bad at all.
Hand cannon. 😃 Good luck and enjoy.
I actual like Taurus . A lot of ppl don’t but I have 2 that have never failed me and they are accurate.
Same here bro I have a 9 mm g2c and a tracker 627 357 magnum and there awesome guns never any problems
Some tauruses are decent to good guns. Ofc they likely wont get an exquizitely smooth trigger, but most of us will never be good enough to need it. Some of their rdvolvers are tough enough to whithstand the high end of magnum loads
Taurus revolvers run like a champ. In recent years the company has relocated to Bainbridge GA. Any issues with the firearms are quick resolve. Had a recall on a GX4 , 17 days gun back. Great customer service and lifetime. The revolvers they make are fantastic.
Nice review Kristen as always. I can't believe somebody hasn't asked if it takes Glock mags.
😂
Does it take Glock mags?
@@tedpendagast579 Ha!
It doesn't...
I have the Taurus model 65 in 357.
That gun is easy to shoot accurately
That is a sexy looking gun. Taurus is a good company with nice guns. My wife has a judge and that thing is just wow.
She handled that like a effin boss
Parabéns pelo vídeo! Um belo revólver com certeza num belo calibre!
Made in Georgia now.. Taurus are excellent tools..
At this time the only firearms that are manufactured in Bainbridge Ga at this time is our Heritage small bore and the TX22.
I have one. I think it's one of the finest revolvers ever made.
Seen a couple of videos on this revolver and it has very low muzzle rise even with the 44 magnums. Porting seems to be very effective. I’ve fired the S&W 44 mag and the recoil is significant. The Ruger Super RedHawk is much more controllable but it’s like holding a small car in your hand😜.
Just picked up the 8” barrel for a whopping…$550. Used but still good condition. Going to fling some lead this weekend to see if it’s my keeper
Suddenly I have to give some respect to Taurus because this ridiculously good value for hand gun hunters....
I love that revolver
Nice gun.
Looks like a great revolver! I’m thinking of getting one in 357. How does this compare to a Ruger GP100? They’re in the same price category and both fire 357, I’d love to hear what your thoughts are. Thank you for your excellent gun reviews!
I love that revolver 6 shots of 240gr. Jhp is no joke.💪👊👍🇺🇸🔫✝️
bonito mais espero que a taurus lançe também no Brasil 410 Magnum mais versate para caçadores
カッコいい👍👍👍
Hello. We only talk about this gun for hunting or for fun. I would like to use it for home defense. Would you entrust your life to this gun? Thank you.
I’ve been wanting to hunt dear with a handgun I’m so comfortable with my m&p shield 🤔 maybe I need a wheel gun
6 inch barrel and 200 gr xtp or 240 gr xtp will drop them fast
Why does the grip have orange?
Honey I want one of those..... Y'all Stay Safe 😷🙏✌️🎭💞🌎🇺🇲🇰🇪🇨🇳
We have lots of them new and used on our site if you're interested.
Tough to get a NIB double-action .44 Mag that isn't $1K (MSRP) for a base model Redhawk or S&W 69.
Instablaster...
Overall, I like it! NOT a fan of the red stripe and I'd much prefer ALL black, or ALL polished/satin stainless.
I just bought the all black 357. It looks great and I cant wait to test it out
Not foreign no more Made In Bainbridge Georgia 😎
😎 😎 Nice.
I'd go for a 6.5" 454 Casull personally.
I got the same gun. I found it for just a lil over $700 from Gunbroker
3:02 "You are not getting the American built" - Pity it doesn't mean as much as it used to.
True. To keep cost down US companies stopped doing quality control.
Girl you have a revolver like that your man expects meat for dinner all the time 😂😂 great gun
what a fucking handsome gun awesome
Is that the Dirty Harry revolver?...
Not quite, but close. He carried a S&W.
But does it come with an anti helicopter attachment?
Those hippos and buffaloes that keep coming to my yard to eat my petunias better watch out, Hunter is here
🇧🇷🤜🤛🇺🇸
These guys are always several hundred dollars higher than most other retailers. I never buy from them. Bad retailer
They talking about another Trump check...might invest it wisely...
LIVEBAIT_TACKLETV 😂😂😂😂 agreed
A nice 454 Casull ankle gun for backup....
"American Build?"... Like the recent Remington 870's? Like the Ruger GP100+ with defective cylinder design that was off spec thereby unusable with many .357 loads (to their credit, Ruger did address this issue... eventually.)? The S&W horrible QC and terrible customer service? That American Build?😅
All due respect I payed 1k for my ruger redhawk 44. Taurus isn't cheaper
This woman is scary, she shoots 44 magnum.lols And I can't.lols
Disgusting!
It now comes in a 7-round 357 magnum and a 5-round 454 Casull Raging Hunter model. A striking look of the black and stainless steel.
Girl you have a revolver like that your man expects meat for dinner all the time 😂😂 great gun