In 2014, Taurus Armas changed hands. The company CBC, a manufacturer of civil and military ammunition (which sells in the USA under the Magtech brand) took control of Taurus, bringing new guns, new safety standards, G3, GX4, TX 22, better finishing, etc. An example is the TH line, an improvement on the 800 line. A Brazilian gun channel (1 M subscribers) reported that the TH series, successor to the 800 line, had 21 points of improvement and design changes aimed at robustness and reliability. Thanks for the video! 👍👍
When I was working retail, I sold many Taurus revolvers. The only one we ever had an issue with was a tracker in 44MAG. The crown of the muzzle wasn't completely milled out, so it was shaving lead. It was ever so slightly not completely finished. We sent it back to Davidson's and we received a new one in the mail. No issues. We did have to send a Raging Judge back, but that revolver had seen many rounds and was worn out from honest use. We sent that one directly to Taurus for warranty and we got it back after a month or so. Besides that, Taurus has been awesome from my experience. I had far more issues with S&W. There was a year and a half period were it seemed like every other S&W revolver was not up to my standards for my customers. If you spend 1,000 on a revolver; it better be in time! EDITED FOR MORE DETAILS
Taurus has stepped up its reliabity game over the last several years. The Taurus for me fills the role of my Casio vs Rolex argument. I need a reliable gun that I am not afraid to loose, get banged up, or stolen if left in a vehicle, yet it must go bang without issue like a Colt or Sig/Glock. They do that.😊
I’ve had a M85 (the 5-shot predecessor to the 856) for almost 30 years. Shot it a bunch. Still carry it now and again. The trigger is not amazing, but better than any S&W j-frame I’ve shot. Solid little revolver.
I had a tracker 6" in 44mag, it was an awesome gun. Used it for many years deer, hog, gator hunting and HAMMERING steel targets. Thousands of rounds and NEVER had an issue with it. My wife still carries one in 357mag. We both highly recommend them.
I just recently purchased a new Taurus 942. Revolver in 22LR. It was defective out of the box, would not ignite any primers. Sent it back to Taurus, after waiting 3 weeks for an update they finally answered their customer service line. They said the frame was so defective they would need to destroy the firearm and issue me a new one, replacing the serial number. Wait 8 weeks for delivery and I have to do an FFL transfer AND pay for it. Just a heads up. Still waiting 6 weeks later. I also had to send the Taurus GX4 back to them TWICE for repair.
Most newer taurus stuff is honestly fine. They only get a bad rap because of older products and poor quality control, their new management is really changing things over there
Back in a day there stuff was probably okey too. There was too many boomers who hated idea of foreign made 1911s. Gun community is a bit slow in general. They hate you if you don't like same brand as them lol. That's why there is no 2a in US no more
I have exact revolver and got it bc I'm new to the CCW life and needed something to discipline myself on carrying and needed it to go bang without technique and can say I'm glad I got it. It's light, easy to conceal, and has gone bang with all trigger pulls. It does have a kick, but the more you practice the more you'll get used to it and can targets better. Only thing is the grip. Even though it fits good into the hand the shape can be little hard on the hand. So I ordered a Hogue or Hogi soft grip model of Amazon for like $30 and switched it out very easily, now it's DOPE. I RECOMMEND this revolver to the CCW community.
Taurus has really come a long way with their quality recently. I'd buy a Taurus before a Charter Arms. A compact, lightweight, reliable revolver for less than S&W, Ruger, etc. I also like the 6 rounds and that the crane arm goes right into the frame. I just got an 856 Ultra Lite, I really like it.
The bobbed hammer does not prevent using the single action. Just stage the trigger so the hammer moves to the rear and use your thumb to cock it back to single action. Only DOA (Double Action Only) or hammerless revolvers cannot be used in single action.
Ive heard mixed complaints about Taurus in general. I seriously considered a couple different models then got to looking at another brand. That little wheel gun has peaked my interest. Ive never owned one, but that might have to change. Thanks for all you do and the content you put out there.
I want one of their seven shot 357 magnum revolver’s with a 4 inch ported barrel never had a problem with it there G2C I am G3 semi autos. Everybody rave about I own one of the G twos never had a minute trouble out of it decently accurate and like you said they are on the cheaper side. Everybody seems to rave about the G2 C on RU-vid and that’s one of the reasons I bought it and carry it.
Over the years I've had pretty good luck with Taurus revolvers. This year I bought a G2S to see what kind of defensive handgun one could get for $200. It's good. Not 'good for the price,' it's just good period. 1000 rounds of testing without a failure and it seems my experience is not unique. The 856 has intrigued me, so thanks for the video.
I grab a g2s years ago when the g2c was a big hit. I already had a double stack. I wanted something I was more likely to keep with me. It's been a fantastic little shooter for the $169 I gave for it. Trigger is spongy but you get use to it after awhile.
I've had my Taurus 856 UL version DA/SA version and it has been flawless. It's an affordable, wheel gun with six shots, can't beat that. Plus, it has a life time warranty. I went with the 856 UL first because I'm a new CCW and needed to train myself to carry and the revolver was first choice. The price and simplicity of the revolver can't beat. I also got the 942 22lr version and it also is a great wheel gun. I now just got the G3C. And so far it's fired every cartridge. Don't underestimate Taurus. I've in South TX, and we carry every day.
Forgot to mention I have the 942 22LR version (8 shot) model. Now that one I also RECOMMEND to the CCW community. Good training revolver and good quick CCW to " get up and go" with.
My wife also loves those smaller frame revolvers despite having only ever fired one full-size revolver ever. I don't know why the attraction is there, but then again I have an attraction to larger frame revolvers beyond what they deserve.
Bought an 856 Executive (3") a couple years back. It had timing and lockup issues out of the box. Taurus took it back, twice in the end. Timing was fixed. The lockup is still too-loose for a brand new gun for my liking, though I have still kept the gun. The trigger is decent, and I own several classic Smiths and Colts, and some newer Rugers, to compare it to. I would be hesitant to buy another Taurus revolver without fondling it first, though. But, on the bright side, Taurus makes warranty returns easy.
I’ve always had a positive opinion on Taurus, but I only owned their revolver and I was always realistic about their finish and over quality compared to Rugers And SWs. I would say their older products had a little more quality in the finish department. I had an issue with a 44 mag Tracker that I was able to send back for free and get back in a couple months and it was an easy process. Taurus is a great entry level revolver for those who are wheel gun curious, if you already own some smiths, colts, or Ruger revolvers, they are still a great by but have realistic expectations.
Dude, I could pick up that front sight from the distance/angle your camera was positioned! I was thinking of getting XS front sight for my 856, and I’m sold now!
I’ve owned a judge and I’ve owned a pt92 stainless. The stainless was ok for the few rounds I put through it. The judge had a frame crack in under 400 rounds.
"Women an wheel guns". LOL. Wifey wanted a gun for carry and for her nighrpt stand. I suggested several really good semi autos. Nope, she wanted a wheel gun. She tried a dozen from S&W, Ruger, Colt, and others, 2 inches to 4 inches. She decided on Ruger GP100, 4 inch if I remember, which she cant carry, hates the grips, and can't stand how heavy it is. Tried for days to explain how it was too big for what she wanted. Now she wants a snubbie. Looks like I have another gun...just for me.
My wife carries one as well she wanted to carry my Smith & Wesson 357 but it was just a little too heavy for so I bought her a 38 stainless steel Taurus just like that one except with a hammer and she really loves it she likes it better than the shield Plus
I have the Taurus poly 357 and I thought it was great until I shot the Smith& Wesson 60. Night and day. I think it's the extra weight that makes the biggest difference.
I've owned 2 Taurus 856 revolvers in the past 3 years....both broke within a year, both had firing pin issues. One of them was so bad, when I sent it back to Taurus they just punted and sent me a new one. Customer service is good, wish I could say the same thing about the revolvers.
I own and shoot a lot of Taurus revolvers and semi auto pistols and never had a single issue with it. I really don't understand where its reputation comes from. Maybe from the very old models, I know for fact that they, lately, invested a lot of money in their quality production and inspection and really stepped up on the game.
I love XS Sights. I had a pair on my Glock that the tritium went dead(normal after a bunch of years). I sent them an email with pics and they sent me a whole new set, FOR FREE under warranty!!! Lifetime buyer after that. I’m the kind of guy who will buy those sights because they are on sale and then buy the firearm later 😂. I have a set of grips for a gun I don’t own yet but they were sold on a limited run and I knew eventually I would own that specific firearm, so I bought the grips.
Two days ago I bought a pair of XS Sights for my Beretta APX Legacy for $50 from Optics Planet. This particular DXW model is being discontinued. So, get 'em while they are available.
My wife has arthritis in her hands. We are in California so essentially limited to the roster. She has problems racking most semi- auto sights so she is considering the hammer version of this handgun for EDC.
I have two Taurus model 65 revolvers, one made in the 70's and a newer production one, they're just as reliable and accurate as any if my Smith and Wesson or Ruger wheel guns.
I've got the 605 .357 mag revolver and its...ok. its a great carry gun, I carry it in a pocket holster but the trigger is veeeeery long and heavy compared to other revolvers I've shot and mine is the old version with non removable fixed sights so I wouldnt shoot beyond 7 yards. But at the time I bought it, I was in a low paying job and it was the cheapest handgun I could get at the time that wasnt a Hi-Point. I know many talk down at Taurus and rightfully so but the gun shoots so it was good enough for me. Also its fun to go by a box of the most powerfull .357 I can get and get massive fireballs out the front of it!
I have a few Taurus firearms. Like most brands that have been around for a while they have fluctuated in quality over the years. At one point I was thinking about getting one of there .44sp revolvers and looked at a few, all of them had the barrel screwed in too far, canting the integral front sight to the point that the sights were useless. I'd recommend inspecting any firearm closely be for completing the purchase.
I had a 357 snubby and the cylinder locked shut multiple times on me. The screw on the ejector rod would back out and jam it in place. I didn't send it in for repairs ibjust got rid of it. It's the only gun I've gotten rid of. I do own a pt111 millennium g2. Aka g2c before they changed the name for obvious reasons. That gun has given me zero problems
Don't worry too much about your lack of accuracy. A 2" snub is one of the hardest guns to shoot well, and it sounds like you don't have much (if any) experience with them. Also, the XS Big Dot sight is designed for quick target acquisition in a self defense situation, not accuracy at the range. I have been shooting nearly 25 years and only recently would I say that I have become a good shot with my snubs. I have several Taurus handguns. I'm not a big fan of their polymer center fire autos, I have had a Taurus PT140 Millennium Pro that hasn't worked for over 10 years that I haven't sent back to Taurus because if they can't fix it they replace them with a "comparable" gun they make now and I have no interest in their autos. That isn't to say their revolvers are perfect (I've had a Taurus made Rossi that had issues, and I have a 431 with light strikes, though with a 30 year old used gun it could have easily been something the previous owner did). However, their revolvers are usually pretty good guns, if you get a bad one their warranty will take care of it, and if you don't want to rely on the warranty you can buy two Taurus revolvers and still save money over a similar S&W or Colt. That said, I do have a Tx22 that is a terrific gun, and I've heard nothing but good things about their PT92 and other older (discontinued) metal framed pistols. My old Taurus 85CH and my Taurus 856UL (I've had it for about 4 years) have been terrific guns. I may replace my 856UL with a steel version, but only because my thinner S&W 442 that it was supposed to replace pocket carries better (the thicker 856 is fine IWB, but I'd rather have a heavier steel gun for IWB). I'm strongly considering replacing my 3" new model Colt King Cobra with a 3" Taurus 856 Defender (same cylinder release and similar trigger reset as my other defensive revolvers which are all Taurus or S&W instead of the Colt's release and trigger reset which are both different), and the 905 Defender, 66, 941 in .22mag, and others also have my eye.
I'm very much looking forward to picking up the DA/SA model 856. I can provide a little more input as far as the Taurus reputation: I purchased a G2C 4 years ago, and about 1 in 3 shots fail to feed. I've tried all types of ammo, 3 mags, and routine thorough cleaning... The thing just doesn't work! And from what I've read it's not a unique problem to my specific example.
Ho un tracker 627 e devo ammettere che ne sono rimasto particolarmente sorpreso. Finora ho sparato 950 colpi in maggior parte 357 e non ho avuto alcun problema. Ha un timing perfetto, una doppia azione abbastanza buona e una precisione eccezionale. Fra l'altro non è per nulla punitivo alla mano, grazie ai fori di compensazione sulla volata della canna che lo rendono morbido e divertente nel tiro.
Worked at a gun shop for over 5 years. Seen more than a few Taurus revolvers with broken firing pins. These were new in box brought in by customers looking to take a safety class. The fact it happened so frequently definitely stuck out. But have not seen one like that in the last year or so.
Most returned revolver at my ffl is colt Python. Just google Colt Python cylinder problems. And those are 1500 revolvers. Ruger has cast frame which is no go for me. Taurus is best revolver for the money. Especially 856 ultra light and 692 3 inch.
They do get a bad rap and often for good reason, but one of my favorite guns to shoot is my 608. I think they just make great stuff considering the price.
I've seen mixed but fairly positive comments with their Beretta 92 series; anything not a 92 series clone or a revolver that wasn't in their Judge line should be suspect.
Taurus seems to have always been hit-or-miss with their guns. The best snubby I ever shot was an older Taurus model 85. It belonged to a friend, and I tried hard to get him to sell it to me, but it was a keeper for him. The worst auto I ever shot is a tie between the Taurus 24/7 in .45 and the original release of the Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22mag (This includes every manufacturer I have ever owned or shot)
Hey at least your keeping it real , lol no editing on the shooting. My wife has a sp101 ruger and shoots it darn well . I watch buffalo outdoors a lot that guys a darn good shot with any thing he picks up . Hehe we'll keep practicing . Nice video BTW.
Yes please butn down some old taurus autos in 40 and a hi point in 10mm. Good solid backups to grab when you dont wanna fire up the corvet for a night drive. Drive the old betsy, see how long she can hold withstand your methods
I won a taurus snub nose a gun i never would buy but it works well I'm not going to sell it , but in 357 its a hand full ! Lol 38's are much more accurate
I daily the 605 (and I’m a huge Ruger fan boy). I will say, it says “357 Magnum” on it, but you run true green hot 41,000 PSI 357 mag loads through it and it’s not pleasant for anyone. It’s really a 38 that can shoot 357. My wife’s K6s is much nicer, but it’s also heavier and 3 times the price.
Question for those who own one. I have one and if I shake it around I hear the firing pin jiggling around a lot. I know it's supposed to do that, but it drives me nuts. Is there anything I can do to secure the pin without risking anything, or could I switch it out with a different style firing pin without any risks?
The problems I've had with Taurus revolvers are light strikes. It's maddening. After the last adventure with a light striking 85 and trying the Wolff spring route to no avail, I finally resigned myself to the fact that while there are well functioning one's, they don't wind up in my possession. Thank you for the review.
Having owned both Taurus semi-autos and revolvers. I can say that Taurus's build quality USED to be kinda hit or miss. Many of their guns were very well designed. But their builds used to be spotty. Sometimes outstanding.....sometimes so-so....sometimes very sub par. The newer Taurus products seem to be pretty well made now. Especially when compared to companies like Smith and Wesson or SIG, who sometimes have their very own quality control issues. Also. The .38 Special cartridge isn't a barn burner, but in the right gun and loading? And with someone familiar with .38 Specials ballistic performance at different ranges and conditions? It can be quite effective. I've even managed to make 100 yard shots with both Smith and Wesson Model 10 and Taurus 85 revolvers. And while shooting .38 Special in Smith and Wesson Model 19 and Ruger GP100 .357 magnum revolvers. So the cartridge is capable of good performance as far as turn of the last century revolver cartridges go. And I'd rate it above a .380 ACP and in standard 9×19 Para performance ranges. Especially in .38 Special 135-158 grain +P or 147 +P+ load configuration. Trucking out of a 4-6 inch barrel.
Time for gun tubers to quit talking about Tarus of the past . They make great fairly priced firearms now. They are as good as anything on the market . Nuff said .
Every one of the videos I've seen on this gun start off the same way "Taurus often gets a bad rap...". RU-vid gun reviewers are like MSM spitting out the same propaganda
Taurus always gets a bad rap, I don't know why. my EDC is a PT101AF .40 S&W Taurus, and it is a very dependable and powerful bing pow. I love it and prefer it over my Glocks
My two cents on Taurus. My first firearm was a G3C. It definitely had a break-in period, as it barely got through a mag the first hundred rounds, had to loctite everything, because pins and screws walked out, including the front sight, but once we got past all that, shoots without issue. The Taurus TX-22 is my favorite 22, hands down. We just recently got the Executive Grade 856, and, again, screws walking out, things coming loose, cylinder fell out, so, you gotta loctite everything. It's a budget pistol that needs some break-in and a lot of loctite, so... you get what you paid for. I'm a broke Oregonian who shoots however and anyway he can, lol.
I have 2 Taurus revolvers (669&905) both have had failures at the range that required a gunsmith and parts to repair to get them to work again, both had less than 500 rounds through them. I had to send one back to Taurus loaded because it totally locked up. Buyer beware when it comes to Taurus products, They're inexpensive for a reason. I'd never carry one let alone trust my families life to it.
Time for gun tubers to quit bringing ip Tarus past. They make great fairly priced fire arms these days. They have been under new ownership for a while now. Just talk about how Tarus firearms perform now which is as good as anything on the market !
My first gun was the P40 and I hated it, jam-o-matic couldn't hit past 15yds and definitely couldn't follow up quickly. I don't know if there was anything wrong with it because in hindsight I was the point of failure 😂 The Gx series i have since tried seemed worth every penny and the wheel guns are solid.
