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I have a question on Taurus 82s. Are they clones of the Model 10 and are they worth a try?
I have a question on Taurus 82s. Are they clones of the Model 10 and are they worth a try?
Taurus 82: worth it?
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I've found with Taurus revolvers with the several that I have owned over many years is that you either get a complete "stinker" from the start with numerous problems (and Taurus customer service used to be terrible, to put it mildly) or one that shoots several hundred or even thousands of rounds and more with zero problems. They are never as smooth as a Smith Model 10 but many are decent shooters. As far as being clones of the Model 10, the older 82's did not have the lug under the barrel as the newer ones do. They might be the same frame size as the Smith (K frame); not sure about that. I'm pretty sure that they don't have the same lockwork as a Smith in the "innards." Hope this helps.
I have one, a three inch from 2002 with German proof marks. Century import as I recall.
Nothing wrong with it. A bit rough around the edges, not as nice as a Model 10 (of which I own 20+), but it's a perfectly serviceable revolver. Have owned a number of Tauri over the years. Not my first choice by any means, but the brand has never let me down. As always examine before you buy, most issues can be spotted if you look close enough.
Not strictly speaking a clone of a Model 10. More of a cousin influenced by the Smith design. Other than holsters and speed-loaders, nothing interchanges.
Nothing wrong with it. A bit rough around the edges, not as nice as a Model 10 (of which I own 20+), but it's a perfectly serviceable revolver. Have owned a number of Tauri over the years. Not my first choice by any means, but the brand has never let me down. As always examine before you buy, most issues can be spotted if you look close enough.
Not strictly speaking a clone of a Model 10. More of a cousin influenced by the Smith design. Other than holsters and speed-loaders, nothing interchanges.
Don't know about a Taurus 82, but I recently bought a used Taurus 856, 2" 6 shot 38 Special for a price I couldn't refuse. It's about the size of a Model 10 but with a slightly smaller round butt. So far, so good. Trigger in SA and DA the same as most of my S&Ws. shoots well and has been reliable.
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Spend a little more and get an S&W; likely worth it in several ways in the long run.
You win the thread for the only anatomically and phonetically correct pluralization of Taurus I may have ever seen.
I bought several Taurus products years ago. Nothing but problems. Never buy any more.
I have acquired a few Rossi and Taurus revolvers over the years. I have a 922 and the Rossi precursor, as well as Taurus 605, a 905 and 856 executive revolvers and a Rossi 85.
The only one that proved problematic was the 905, which got sent back to have the cylinder recut for the moon clips, as it didn't have enough clearance originally. But it was a no hassle warranty repair.
The 856 Executive has a superb trigger, superior to any of my many S&W revolvers, except my 625 performance center race gun.
My conclusion is that in the last several years Taurus has upped their game, while S&W has let theirs slip.
The only one that proved problematic was the 905, which got sent back to have the cylinder recut for the moon clips, as it didn't have enough clearance originally. But it was a no hassle warranty repair.
The 856 Executive has a superb trigger, superior to any of my many S&W revolvers, except my 625 performance center race gun.
My conclusion is that in the last several years Taurus has upped their game, while S&W has let theirs slip.
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I have the adjustable sight version, I think it's a Model 83? I was impressed with it until I discovered the throats measure .362. Accuracy is more than acceptable for defensive purposes but not exactly match-level. But now that I am casting bullets again it's on the list to try again with some fatter bullets.
I've had a Taurus 3" .44 Special and two Taurus .380 autos and all where excellent for the price and equal to or better than some other guns that cost a lot more. If buying used I would look it over very closely just because of negative experiences I've heard about with other purchasers.
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For around $250, I might give it a try.
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I had a Taurus 44 spec snub, Loved it except that the cyl bolt would not stay locked, allowing the cyl to rotate while in my holster; And the transfer bar had a very delicate stud necessary for operation. It could break easily. I traded it partially for a S&W 65 3" RB. That had a fire pin striker window problem similar to 586/686, but S&W refused to fix it citing non availability of parts. A bad luck deal.
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Absolutely!
sousana
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I can't tell you about newer Taurus revolvers, but older ones? Yeah, they quality. Bought a T mod 66 nickel back in 1986, **** over 70k without issue. Taurus replaced it free after I sent it in for a BBB. My 4" mod 82 had 56k when replaced. PT92 60k. I still all 3 nib. I can't attest to modern Taurus, but I'd take an older one any day.
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The only Taurus I have is a 1999 vintage model 970 which is a K frame size 7 shot 22 LR. The revolver had 2 issues that I corrected myself:
1. Changed the much too small factory grips to target sized Pachmyers, and
2. The single action trigger break was much too heavy for me - in the vicinity of 6 pounds. The DA pull was off the gauge. So, I picked up a set of reduced tension springs from Wolff and changed out both the trigger and hammer coil springs. Both pulls were significantly improved with the SA break coming in at a crisp 4 pounds. In DA, there is 100% ignition reliably. The cylinder is tight with zero endshake.
Still, this Taurus is not as overall smooth as any of my Smiths but it was a great $199.00 22 plinker purchase. It’s a bit of a good looker, too!
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1. Changed the much too small factory grips to target sized Pachmyers, and
2. The single action trigger break was much too heavy for me - in the vicinity of 6 pounds. The DA pull was off the gauge. So, I picked up a set of reduced tension springs from Wolff and changed out both the trigger and hammer coil springs. Both pulls were significantly improved with the SA break coming in at a crisp 4 pounds. In DA, there is 100% ignition reliably. The cylinder is tight with zero endshake.
Still, this Taurus is not as overall smooth as any of my Smiths but it was a great $199.00 22 plinker purchase. It’s a bit of a good looker, too!
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Don't know about current revolver quality but in the past they were quite good especially with their lifetime repair service. I have a 82CH 1.5" barrel for over 25 years. Granted I don't shoot it much but it's never given me any problems and I feel confident in it enough to use it for CCW on occasions. Does best with wad cutters. I also have a Modrl 65 .357 Mag for a bit longer. Only trouble I've ever had with that was caused by using some reloads. Taurus cleaned up the revolver.
Have 2 Taurus handguns. A G2c 9mm and a Model 85 2" .38 (not the lightweight version). The G2c has feed issues initially, was sent back to Taurus, and is now very reliable. No issues with the 85. Neither are as well finished nor as pleasant to shoot as my older S&W or Colts. But for the money they are well worth it.
As to having to return the G2c to Taurus to get it working right, plenty of examples on this forum of having to do the same thing for current production Smiths. My take - you get what you pay for with Taurus, you get a bit less than you pay for with a current Smith.
As to having to return the G2c to Taurus to get it working right, plenty of examples on this forum of having to do the same thing for current production Smiths. My take - you get what you pay for with Taurus, you get a bit less than you pay for with a current Smith.
Hello, I have two model 82's, one 4" and the other a 3" barrel. I paid $350.00 for both, the 4" was in January 2025 and the 3" was June of 2025. Both were accurate at 7 yards.
I've had no issues with either one, when I have the time and money I am thinking of installing new spring kits for both.
I've had no issues with either one, when I have the time and money I am thinking of installing new spring kits for both.
