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Carmike · September 4, 2016, 10:52 PM

Hello all,

I'm thinking about buying a .357/.38 revolver (probably 4-6'' barrel), just for a plinker, and I mentioned that I might look at a Taurus to a good friend of mine (who has much, much more experience with firearms than I do). He just about spit out his drink and then said I should get a Ruger or a S&W and to never, ever, ever mention the word "Taurus" in his presence again.

Has the quality of these firearms improved recently? I know they were pretty crappy some time ago, but it seems like I've been hearing more good things about them in recent years.

I *could* afford a Ruger or a Smith, but since this will be a range gun only, I'm leaning towards saving some cash and putting those savings towards a different gun.

Thanks for any feedback!

September 4, 2016, 10:52 PM	#1
Carmike Senior Member Join Date: April 18, 2016 Posts: 106	*Are Taurus revolvers that* bad?** Hello all, I'm thinking about buying a .357/.38 revolver (probably 4-6'' barrel), just for a plinker, and I mentioned that I might look at a Taurus to a good friend of mine (who has much, much more experience with firearms than I do). He just about spit out his drink and then said I should get a Ruger or a S&W and to never, ever, ever mention the word "Taurus" in his presence again. Has the quality of these firearms improved recently? I know they were pretty crappy some time ago, but it seems like I've been hearing more good things about them in recent years. I could afford a Ruger or a Smith, but since this will be a range gun only, I'm leaning towards saving some cash and putting those savings towards a different gun. Thanks for any feedback!