Taurus 617

[Benzene]

I just visited a gun shop and saw a Taurus 617 revolver. It's a 7-shot, .357 magnum, 2" barrel weapon. The shop wants $450 out the door. Thanks for you inputs.

 

[waidmann]

If it is the one I briefly traded through its also ported --- pass.

 

[Flintstone]

I picked up one like new for 300 a couple years ago & love it. Smooth trigger and has functioned flawlessly so far. I read all the bad press about Taurus, but my experiences have been good. I don't shoot a lot, but I'm very satisfied with it.

 

[gbran]

I bought the 617T titanium version many years ago. It was a joy to carry and I'm amazed how thin it is for a 7 rnd cylinder, Mine, however was ammo sensitive and I couldn't depend on it. The heavier blue steel model may not have these problems. Taurus also makes an 817 lightweight model in 38spl.

 

[bikemutt]

I'm no expert in SD but from what I've learned, a ported barrel, if that's the model, is not such a good idea, especially in close quarters, your face may be right over the top of the gun. Muzzle flash in the dark is also likely to be more than less.

 

[Benzene]

Not ported!

Thanks for the feedback so far. It is not ported, and is stainless steel. Yes, the trigger on this one feels "enjoyable" - judging from the slight pull I used on it.

 

[bikemutt]

$450 otd sounds quite reasonable then. I also quite like newer Taurus triggers.

 

[Haywood]

I've had one for years. It's one of my favorite Carry Guns. I had a Tritium Sight installed up front and I installed Houge Grips . The DAO trigger is so smooth you would think it had a Trigger Job. It is very easy to shoot accurate. I carry it IWB with Federal Classic 125G. 357 Ammo.

 

[ChasMack]

Buds has a steel one for a decent price depending on what a dealer charges for transfer fee. My dealer charges $10.00. Here's the link:
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_50_494/products_id/31313

 

[Mouse Gun]

In reading the Bud's specs, how can a revolver be 7+1?

 

[oldbear]

Benzene, I've had a 617 2" two or three years now. During that time I've put 2,500 - 3,000 rounds of assorted 38 special +p, +P+, and .357 Magnum ammo through it without a problem. It's not a high end Smith but never did I pay a high end price either. For what it is I've been quite pleased, but I will not buy another Taurus firearm. The reason is Taurus, makes two kinds of handguns, either ones that will give years of good service at a fair price, or weapons that will never be right no matter how many times it is returned to the warranty center.

If you do get the 617 I hope you get a good one and it gives you years of good service.

 

[Benzene]

Picked it up today!

Okay, I picked it up today. The tirgger feels "perfect" out of the box. The fit and finish is quite acceptable. I hope to pipe a box of 158 g .38 Special LSWC +P and a box of full house .357 magnums.