Make: Taurus, Brazil

Model: 605

Serial Number: 0B34390

Year of Manufacture: Circa 1995 - present / Modern

Caliber: .357 Magnum

Action Type: DA/SA Swing Out Fluted Cylinder Revolver, 5-Shot with ejector.

Barrel Length: 2" Nominal. 2 3/8", Solid Rib

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramped blade integral to the barrel rib. The rear sight is a rectangular notch sight in the top strap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is a one-piece Hogue monogrip. The cobblestone texture is defined. The checkering is sharp. There are no rips or tears. There is light handling wear. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Polished Stainless Steel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer's opinion the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 98% of its finish. The cylinder has a crisp turn line. There is light action wear and small scratches. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lockup is tight with very little side to side play. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: The Taurus Model 605 is a compact, all-stainless 5-shot revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, offering a strong small-frame design with the added flexibility of firing .38 Special ammunition as well. This example has a 2" snub-nose barrel, polished stainless finish, fixed sights, and a comfortable Hogue Monogrip, making it a straightforward, durable revolver with classic defensive-revolver proportions.

This revolver is in Excellent overall condition, retaining about 98% of its original polished stainless finish with only light handling marks, minor action wear, and a crisp cylinder turn line. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, rating 9/10. The mechanics function correctly, with tight lockup and very little side-to-side play. Overall, this is a clean, modern Taurus 605 stainless snub-nose revolver with strong condition, a bright bore, and solid mechanical function. It should appeal to those looking for a compact .357 Magnum revolver, a reliable range piece, or a practical addition to a revolver collection