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!
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!