[Hrdnox]

Looking at a couple, a model 94B2 9 shot .22lr, and a model 327 6 shot .327 Federal. Prices are pretty nice compared to other brands, around $300 each, but I don't want to buy junk. Any opinions on the value of these?

 

[pinetor]

Looking at a couple, a model 94B2 9 shot .22lr, and a model 327 6 shot .327 Federal. Prices are pretty nice compared to other brands, around $300 each, but I don't want to buy junk. Any opinions on the value of these?

Opinion: I have never owned a taurus... so take this with that in mind.

Personally, I have no interest in owning one, but that said, I feel they get a poor rep versus their actual construction. I feel that much of their designs are more gimmicky then needed. I would like to try that .327, just a neat idea. My current thoughts on any gun, is to buy one you WANT to own and shoot. Buying one you can thats cheap(er) ( but don't really like nor care to shoot) is a waste of energy. I also like used guns versus new. Guns are not like cars, they age much better!

 

[Scharfschütze]

I can say I had an UL 85(?- not big on remembering model #s)snubby 38spl and it was easy to carry, kept the rounds at center of mass at 10 yds, and selling it was one of the STUPIDEST things I ever did. Especially since they are now about $100 more expensive now than when I bought that one.

 

[Hrdnox]

I've never been drawn to the Taurus brand, either, but I recently picked up a TCP in a trade that's a fine shooter. That's made me reconsider the brand a little. I want a .22 to plink with and have an opportunity to pick up a nice little S&W snubby at a very nice price, but even at a nice price, I can just about buy both of these guns for a few dollars more. When I think about having that much invested in a .22, it makes me wonder how much sense it makes. Not many people are interested in a $600 .22 revolver.

That said, I've been interested in the .327 magnum since it's introduction and would like to have one to play with. I can find a lot of good and bad reports on Taurus revos in general, but it's a little disconcerting to do a Google search for reviews on the .327 just to find the very first one is a complaint about Taurus not being able to fix and bound up cylinder, so I know there's at least one out there that's less than perfect. However, most of the reports I've seen seem to indicate that the current Taurus models are pretty decent guns. I've even seen a couple of folks here comment that they liked them, however they didn't eloborate as to why.

I guess I'm trying to convince myself that 2 guns for the cash I have on hand is a better buy than 1 expensive one. I'm basically cheap, so I'm inclined to think that way, but I've learned that there are very few bargains when it comes to cheap guns. I wish someone would convince me that the Taurus revos are a worthwhile investment. And, they may very well be, if for no other reason than you can't lose much on a $300 gun, whereas I might take a beating on a $600 .22.

 

[rigrat]

I have 2 Taurus m85ul revolvers and they are very good revolvers. Can't say anything about the pistols have never owned one, but I feel the revolvers are a good buy.

 

[JMS39339]

I have a few Taurus wheelies and have never had an issue with any of them and one is the .22 you're looking at. I know that Taurus has had some quality issues in the past but I think that they are building a pretty good product right now. I'd own another one if I could get my hands on it. A friend of mine has the Tracker in .45acp with the ported barrel and it shoots like a dream. One day I'm going to convince him to sell that thing to me. I have S&W, Ruger and Colt revolvers but am certainly not ashamed of the Taurus pieces I have either. For the money I've spent on them, I would have to say that they are probably the "best bang for the buck" in the group. I'm not saying that YOU should buy them, merely that I wouldn't see anything wrong with it. :2c:

 

[sidroski]

I have 2 .22 Taurus' and a few UL85's. I gave 199.99 for a 94 (too much, got it when they first came out). Both my kids learned on them. I had to cock it for them but they set the sights and pulled the trigger. Both are crack shots. Son is in sniper school in Ark. as we speak. Still have them for the grankids.
If you can get one at a good price, I say go for it.

 

[bubbat]

Taurus and Smith&Wesson were owned by the same company(Bangor Punta Corporation) in the 1970's. You can see the S&W's influence in Taurus revolvers. I had one of their snub nose 38's never had any issues with it.

 

[shoeshooter]

Like you said, Hrdnox, can't get hurt too bad on a $300 gun. Both sound like fun, go for it. Be sure I get to try that .327. :thumbup:

 

[Caleb C]

I've had several Taurus revolvers. I like them. They offer a good value for the money. I can't think of any reason not to go for it if it's what you want.

 

[Hrdnox]

Thanks guys! I think you've helped me make up my mind. They do resemble the Smiths quite a bit. I've even read that the grips can be easily adapted to the J-frames. Only problem with my plan is the availability of .327 ammo. They're proud of that stuff and I'm not sure how available it might be locally. I doubt I'll find it at Walley World. If I understand things right, I have several options on which ammo will shoot through the gun, but all of the other calibers seem to be just as rare.

I think I'm gonna go ahead with the .22. Just have to decide which one to order. I can get a regular model for $274 or an ultra light for $299. I'm leaning towards the ultra light, though.

I think I'm gonna research the .327 a bit more before I decide on it. I want the gun and it's priced right at $294, but it won't be much use if I can't find a decent ammo source. Hopefully, I can find a source for target ammo. Defensive ammo doesn't seem to be as much of an issue, however it is fairly pricey.

Thanks for everyone's comments and opinions. They certainly help with my confidence level on both these guns.

 

[Beladran]

327mag-->32 H&R magnum--> 32S&W Long
the 32 sw long is a blast to shoot. get you a boolit mold and start rat holing brass! lapua makes a run on this brass a few times a year for all the competition guys

 

[SilentHitz]

Never had much luck with their autos, but the wheelies were a different story. Never a problem with the few I've owned, and am considering getting a Tracker in .17 HMR to play with if I can find a good used one.

 

[1985 4runner]

I had an Ultalite 85. Great gun. I wish I had never sold it.

 

[pinetor]

327mag-->32 H&R magnum--> 32S&W Long
the 32 sw long is a blast to shoot. get you a boolit mold and start rat holing brass! lapua makes a run on this brass a few times a year for all the competition guys

^^^^ Yep what he said

Dan Wesson even made a 32-20. They are all .32 variants. A write up I saw indicated the .327 shot at about 1400FPS (on par speed wise with a .357 or even faster) .. delivers more energy than a .38 with less felt recoil than a .357. Which is why it might make a good competition round ( steel plate where you need knock down energy). For punching holes in paper, its not better than a .38. You are correct, I have not seen any good prices on that ammo on the net.

 

[camohuntin]

HAVE 2, ONE IS MY SONS .357/8.5 BARREL MODEL 608.MINE IS A .44 MAGNUM 6.IN. GOOD GUNS FOR THE MONEY.

 

[Practical P35]

Had a Taurus Model 44, in .44 Mag. 8 3/8" ported barrel. Shot better than a S&W Model 29 in comparable gun. Put a 2x pistol scope on it and used a my deer gun. Worked wonderfully at 120+ yds. No problems ever. Sold it when I quit hunting.

 

[chuckusaret]

Owned 2 or 3 but never fired them before they were traded/sold, I own mostly Springfield, Colt and Ruger's. I will be getting a Taurus Poly PT22 that was part of a deal on a LC9 and a Colt Woodsman. Grandkids will like to shoot the .22's.

 

[Korlon]

I currently own 2 Taurus revolvers and 1 Taurus automatic. The latest purchase was my .454 Casull. They are all excellent guns on par with S&W and Ruger. I strongly recommend them. As far as the .327, I am not sure. It promises .357 power without the kick. I say buy the .357. You can always shoot .38s and even the new .38 +Ps.

 

[stidgun]

Have a Tracker 44 mag 6.5 barrel, a 38 ultralight. both good guns.
Also a PT-99, and a 738TCP.
Have owned a few others I sold.
Taurus is o.k in my book.