Choosing among the best revolvers is a great challenge, especially in the largest and most competitive gun market in the world, the United States. To help consumers, the Youtube channel Gun News, specialized in firearms and industry news, published a video evaluating the best new models of revolvers in 2023.
The Brazilian multinational Taurus, the largest seller of small arms in the world and leader in the manufacture of revolvers, won the largest number of models in this select list, with four weapons in the TOP 10. Check them out below:
Rossi RM66
The RM66 revolver, caliber .357 Magnum, is part of the new line of Rossi revolvers recently launched by Taurus in the market. Featuring timeless Rossi characteristics and incorporating modern manufacturing techniques, this revolver has a trigger system that elevates the shooting experience, as well as an adjustable scope strap and a removable front sight, for an unobstructed sight.
Like all the new Rossi revolvers produced by Taurus, the firing pin is mounted directly on the hammer – a characteristic of the century-old Rossi revolver, which is back on the market. It has a comfortable rubber grip, further aiding in reducing recoil and adding comfort while shooting.
The RM66 model is a powerful 6-shot revolver, has a 3-inch trigger, but boasts a 6-inch barrel and adjustable sights. Perfect for defense, competition and sport shooting practices, the RM66 extracts the best possible ballistics from the .357 Magnum cartridge.
According to the Gun News review, the RM66 is a reliable and versatile revolver that can serve a variety of consumer purposes for years to come.
Taurus Executive Grade Judge
Another Taurus novelty in the spotlight is the Taurus Executive Grade Judge revolver, in which the brand has added personalized touches to the already renowned Judge platform, which include: premium wooden handle, manually adjusted action mechanism and practical enhancements for daily carry, as well as an exclusive Matte Satin finish.
It features a 3-inch stainless steel barrel, front sight and rear sight, 9.5-inch overall length, and 1.5-inch width.
The new Taurus Executive Grade Judge is capable of firing the powerful .410 rifle projectile, as well as .45 Colt ammunition in which accuracy is also enhanced. The model is capable of successfully hitting targets up to 100 yards, featuring a long range, and is an excellent defensive weapon.
Taurus 605 T.O.R.O. and Taurus 856 T.O.R.O.
The new Taurus RT 605 and RT 856 are the first line of revolvers in the world ready to receive optical sights. They feature the innovative T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optic Ready Option) system, which through an interchangeable plate allows a wide range of optical sights popular in the market to be immediately fitted to the equipment, without the need for the customized work of a gunsmith.
The advantages of using an optical sight on a revolver are significant, especially with regard to ease of shooting and accuracy. In addition, the Red Dot sight can be zeroed, adjusted to the type of ammunition, which was not an option with a traditional fixed-sight revolver.
The RT 605 T.O.R.O. model has a matte stainless finish, five-shot capacity, chambered in .357 Mag. caliber, and weighs 666g. The RT 856 T.O.R.O. has a matte Carbon finish, six-shot capacity, .38 Special caliber chamber, and weighs 680g.
Both are based on the popular Taurus Defender series of revolvers, feature all-steel construction, 3-inch barrel, smooth, double/single action trigger that increases accuracy and sighting speed, and compact Carry On rubber grip.
The choices made by Gun News confirm the relevance of Taurus’ products, especially in the US market (responsible for absorbing more than 80% of its global sales), and give visibility to the high standards of innovation, technology and quality employed in manufacturing. The company has already received 39 international and 9 national awards and continues to be dedicated to developing innovative products that meet consumers’ needs, with reliability and great competitiveness.
“Taurus is impressing the market with its launches. Through our Integrated Engineering and Technology Center Brazil/USA – CITE, we have launched more than 60 products in recent years. We are committed to supplying and developing products and services aligned with ESG [environmental, social and governance] practices and that meet the requirements of the defense, security and civil markets, among others. We will continue to invest heavily in the development of new products, with the use of innovative materials, incorporated technology and efficient production processes”, says Salesio Nuhs, Taurus’ Global CEO.