The Taurus 608 Competition features a custom VZ grip; custom tuned trigger; Hi-Viz Fiber Optic front sight and a fully adjustable rear sight.
Brand: Taurus
Category: Revolvers
Series: Competition
Model: 608
Caliber: 357 Mag
Barrel Length Range: 6" to 6.99"
Capacity: 8rd
Action: DA / SA
Frame Finish: Matte
Oal: 11.50"
Frame Material: Stainless Steel
Sights: Fiber Optic Front / Adj Rear
Barrel Finish: Matte
Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
Grips: Black Finger Groove
Cylinder Material: Stainless Steel
Cylinder Finish: Matte
Height: 6.10"
Safety: Transfer Bar
Width: 1.80"
Barrel Description: Stainless Steel
Barrel Length: 6"
Max Capacity: 8
Weight: 51.30 oz
Frame Description: Stainless Steel Frame
Hammer Style: Exposed
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 357 Magnum was introduced by Smith & Wesson in 1935 and initially chambered in their heavy-frame double-action revolver, the 357 was the first "magnum" handgun. Based on the 38 Special case lengthened to 1.29 inches, it was the world's most powerful handgun cartridge until the 44 Magnum. Offering considerably more power and penetration than the 38 Special, it was standard among many law enforcement agencies for decades. It is still widely manufactured in double- and single-action revolvers (and some rifles), available from virtually all revolver manufacturers; and all manufacturers of handgun ammunition offer a variety of 357 Magnum loads. It is a common choice for personal defense, and 357 revolvers have the advantage of handling less expensive and lighter-recoiling 38 Special loads for practice. As a hunting cartridge the 357 Magnum is probably the lightest cartridge that should be considered for deer-sized game. — Craig Boddington
