Taurus Model 608
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The Taurus Model 608 is a series of double action revolver
s chambered for the .357 Magnum
round, with a cylinder capacity of 8 rounds. The barrel length varies depending on the model, the 608SS4 has a 4" barrel, the 608SS6 a 6", and the 608SS8 has an 8" barrel.
Revolver
A revolver is a repeating firearm that has a cylinder containing multiple chambers and at least one barrel for firing. The first revolver ever made was built by Elisha Collier in 1818. The percussion cap revolver was invented by Samuel Colt in 1836. This weapon became known as the Colt Paterson...
s chambered for the .357 Magnum
.357 Magnum
The .357 S&W Magnum , or simply .357 Magnum, is a revolver cartridge created by Elmer Keith, Phillip B. Sharpe, Colonel D. B. Wesson of firearms manufacturer Smith & Wesson, and Winchester. It is based upon Smith & Wesson's earlier .38 Special cartridge. The .357 Magnum cartridge was introduced in...
round, with a cylinder capacity of 8 rounds. The barrel length varies depending on the model, the 608SS4 has a 4" barrel, the 608SS6 a 6", and the 608SS8 has an 8" barrel.