Promotions are seldom all glory, but there is no drawback to Taurus’ line of Executive Grade revolvers. New for 2024 is the Taurus Model 605 Executive Grade revolver in .357 Magnum.
Quick Specs:
- Model: 605 Executive Grade
- Caliber: .357 Magnum/.38 Special
- Capacity: 5
- Barrel Length: 3 inches
- Overall Length: 7.5 inches
- Weight: 23.5 oz. unloaded
The Model 605 was first introduced in the late 1990s as a five-shot snub nose small-frame .357 Magnum revolver. Recently, Taurus brought out a 3-inch barrel model for better ballistics and handling when firing full-power .357 Magnum ammunition. The new Taurus 605 Executive Grade is a base model stainless-steel revolver with 3-inch barrel. The Model 605 Executive Grade’s action is hand-fit and polished for a smooth, consistent trigger pull. Whether shooting double-action or cocking the exposed hammer for a lighter single-action trigger press, the trigger is designed for pleasant and reliable operation.
Unlike the recent optics ready TORO Model 605, the Executive Grade comes with a fixed milled notch rear sight and changeable front gold post. In addition, the Model 605 Executive Grade comes with a pair of checkered Altamont stocks instead of the usual wrap-around rubber grip. The revolver, like others in the line, features a hand-polished satin stainless finish.
The Taurus Model 605 now joins the .38 Special Model 856 and Judge .45 Colt/.410 bore revolvers on the Taurus Executive line. These revolvers are shipping now with an MSRP of $757.99.
