[halfded]

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/images/D11/31/31305.jpg

Exactly as the title says. It's gained some strange appeal to me, not sure why though.

So what's the verdict?

I guess it's kind of obvious what my vote is since I started the thread. Definitely a gun that should only be shot with one's "strong hand".

[Old Fuff]

British and other double-rifles, intended to be used in hunting dangerous game, often had gold-plated lockwork because it protected the parts from rust, and also was self-lubricating.

So if the practice was/is good enough for the highest quality rifles, that are sometimes used in a sticky situation it's good enough for me. I wouldn't consider it to be a BBQ gun unless it was fitted out with optional pearl stocks. :cool:

[JohnBT]

I think it would look better - more balanced - if the front sight was gold too.

Really.

[halfded]

There's also this one, though I don't think it's as appealing as the blued version.

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/images/D11/32/32369.jpg

[Just One Shot]

Color aside, I wouldn't buy it because it's a Taurus.
:neener:
But that's just me.
:)

[cerberus65]

There's not an option in your poll for me. I won't say gold has no place on a revolver but a Taurus with gold parts? Pimptastic.

[DuckhunterinTN]

I have no idea why, because it is the opposite of what I usually like, but I have always liked and wanted one of those (in blued).

[MCgunner]

Well, if you gotta have gold on your gun, rather a Taurus than a Smith and Worthless. :rolleyes:

Just for the Taurus bashers as they tend to be S&W koolaid drinkers.

[rhinoh]

I suppose it would be ok if you had a gold front tooth to match it.....

[wheelgunslinger]

I don't care for any of the gold package Tauri.
This one is no exception. There's something decidedly urban chic about it that clashes with my rural pragmatism.
And, I believe that simple beauty is the best kind.

However, I did have to use a gold package 9mm Taurus to put a dog down once. They still function, so mind your manners when you want to make fun of one of them. They're still firearms. :)

[CoRoMo]

I say NO, but not because of the gold. It's because of the reputation.

[mnrivrat]

Certainly no different, or worse, than the pink gripped S&W J-framed guns, meant for those who like that color. S&W makes at least 4 models with pink grips - I would rather have a little gold on a gun, than pink, but that's me.

That Taurus comes in a bunch of different materials and finishes, whichever one a person likes is fine by me.

[Avenger29]

The blued version actually looks pretty decent in person.

My favorite FFL and I still call 'em pimp guns.

[BHP FAN]

I've got a plain jane stainless 85,which is what I like,but I might buy the pearled up version for the ol' lady.

[KBintheSLC]

Depends on your occupation... if you are the son of the coup-king of Liberia, or you are making a rap video, then perhaps it has its place.

[GunTech]

http://www.calzaretta.com/scans/36holdem-rs.jpg

[Avenger29]

if you are the son of the coup-king of Liberia

No, no, no, ur doin it rong.

Two bit dictators have their pistols entirely gold plated, not just a few parts.

[DAdams]

Pimpin Dog...

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m22/dadams111/poodlepimp.jpg

Not for Me.

[Cosmoline]

The majority is against it, but nobody ever said pimpin was easy.

[esq_stu]

I say NO, but not because of the gold. It's because of the reputation. +1

Plus, it is normal to put a gold bead on a front sight. Unless the purpose is solely for appearance, to put gold elsewhere and ignore the front sight seems . . . wrong (nbut it should be a bead).

[wheelgunslinger]

lol @ cosmoline

[bangkok]

Pimpin Dog...

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m22/dadams111/poodlepimp.jpg

Not for Me.
That gun is nice...



For me to poop on!

I keed, I keed!:)

[Hawk]

If you don't mind gold-colored PVD here's some competition for Taurus:

http://www.korthusa.com/images/anno_d_2a.jpg

[Mike J]

I voted not a chance-I wouldn't want something like that but hey if that what your into thats ok. My wife has one of the little Taurus 85's-I haven't shot it much but it has always went bang when the trigger was pulled. It never bothered me that the old Marlin 30-30 I had years ago had a gold trigger. If you want it & can afford it go for it

[tuckerdog1]

Not for me. But I'm not Obama, so don't know what's right for everybody.

Your money, if ya like it, buy it.

Tuckerdog1

[DAdams]

That Taurus is phat but......

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m22/dadams111/Pimptastichat.jpg

[Schofield3]

Just for the Taurus bashers as they tend to be S&W koolaid drinkers.

But S&W koolaid is so sweet :D

[Ben86]

I think it is gaudy yet handsome. I'd pimp that gun.

[fireside44]

I say go for it.

It'll rile up the anti taurus guys and the anti pimp guys all at the same time. How could you ask for more?

[DougDubya]

Hawk, that gold ... Korth? it made me throw up in my mouth a little.

The polished stainless 85 with the pearl grips, though, that'd make me feel like Huggy Bear at his peak.

[frankiestoys]

Stainless or blue ,gold is for jewelry.

[Geneseo1911]

Originally Posted by DAdams View Post
Pimpin Dog...



Not for Me.

That gun is nice...



For me to poop on!

I keed, I keed!

Funniest. Post. Ever.
thanks for the laugh!

[jhvaughan2]

I'd say get it if it matches your smile.

[Gary K]

Man, that is wrong in sooo many ways. :eek:

But, if you put some spinners on it, maybe... :evil:

[win71]

Since it's a Taurus it's no doubt fools gold anyway.

[420Stainless]

Pimptastic. If I had a gold tooth I'd have to get me one though.:o

[KBintheSLC]

No, no, no, ur doin it rong.

Two bit dictators have their pistols entirely gold plated, not just a few parts.

I remember that movie. Nothing like a fully gold-plated AK to yell "steezin" fo no reezin'..."

[C-grunt]

I wouldnt mind gold on a different gun. Not because I dislike Taurus, because I dont think the 85 is a good looking revolver.

[ArchAngelCD]

I don't like the Blue one but the Gold doesn't seem so bad on the Silver and Pearl revolver. (not that I would want either)

[barry960]

I have fantasized about an all gold plated handgun ever since seeing "Big Trouble in Little China" as a kid. That was dope how that one guy (commonly used actor in many Hollywood productions where there is call for an Asian actor) had a pair of matching gold 44 revolvers! Yeah, I got a little pimp in me perhaps, but I don't think that takes away from my good old fashioned rural loving values. If I was going to blow money on a gold weapon, it would probably have to be something spectacular in the first place though, which in my opinion excludes a Taurus.

[Cocked & Locked]

Since it's a Taurus it's no doubt fools gold anyway.
Now that right there is fUnNy !! :D

[jaholder1971]

Snoop Dogg just called, wants to know if you're done with his 'piece.

http://images.killermovies.com/s/snoopdoggshoodofhorror/snoop_dogg.jpg

[pogo2]

My Browning Medalist, made over 30 years ago, has a gold plated trigger.

http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o25/pogo2/016.jpg

[c919]

I voted no, but I have no problem with gold on a revolver. This specimen in particular looks cheap. What's the point of gold? Generally, it's to make things look nice and expensive. Taurus fell pretty short on that.

There are some beautiful golden revolvers out there, but sorry, that thing just looks cheap.

[pipi]

it looks very good, must be very suitable for a woman!



Earrings (http://www.fashionjewellerycentre.com/Earrings_uk.php)

[EOC_Jason]

I don't mind the gold trigger... But having the release & hammer too just makes it look ugly...

[V1ROT8]

Taurus does seem to have some issues. As a company and with some quality issues.

[mustang_steve]

It may be the pictures, but those look more yellow/coppery than golden.

If they actually look gold....I might consider one.

A Pimp gun would have pearloid handles, iced out body with saphhires as the sight dots, and the gold parts, as well as gold plating in the cylinder flutes. Fire it once and see the rhinestones or cubic zirconium fly.

[Thingster]

That pearl and stainless one actually looks good. It'd make a good car gun for my '67 Thunderbird.

:D

But seriously, yeah, I'm digging it.

[jjohnson]

Yeah, we all know what he said about pearl grips. I think this one would fit into the same category. I would give a lady one of the new pink handguns before I'd give this one to anyone. And I most certainly wouldn't carry it unless it was the only thing I had. :eek:

[BushyGuy]

I'd buy it I LOVE Taurus , i own a PT92C its excellent with a lifetime warranty!

[jt1]

If you want gold on a revolver...best to do it properly :cool:

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u152/jt1jt1/goldgun.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u152/jt1jt1/goldgun1.jpg