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Taurus Model 605
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The Taurus Model 605 is a double-action/single-action, five-shot, snubnosed revolver chambered in .357 Magnum.
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History
The Taurus 605 was first introduced in 1995. The primary use of this revolver is self-defense, based on its compact small-frame design.
Design
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.
Safety
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.
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See also
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.
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