The Taurus 605 is a 5-round double/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special +P, with a 2-inch barrel and matte stainless steel frame. The walnut grip and transfer bar safety round out a configuration built for concealed carry. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Taurus 605 
• Caliber: .357 Mag / .38 Special +P 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Action: Double/Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Weight: 1.5 lbs (24 oz) 
• Overall Length: 6.50 inches 
• Frame Finish: Matte Stainless Steel 
• Grip Material: Walnut 
• Sights: Fixed Front & Rear 
• Safety Feature: Transfer Bar 
   

Detailed Features 

The transfer bar safety prevents the revolver from firing unless the trigger is fully pressed, adding a safety layer without requiring a manual thumb safety to be disengaged. The DA/SA mechanism lets you fire from a decocked position with a longer, heavier pull or cock the hammer first for a lighter single-action pull. 
 
The 2-inch barrel makes the 605 genuinely concealable in a pocket holster or inside-the-waistband rig. Stainless steel construction handles moisture and corrosion better than blued steel, which matters for a gun carried daily. .357 Magnum from a 2-inch barrel produces sharp recoil and significant muzzle blast, though the same cylinder accepts milder .38 Special +P loads for training or lower-recoil use.

The Taurus 605 in stainless/walnut gets consistent attention as a capable but unspectacular .357 Magnum snubby.

The stainless and walnut combination stands out visually compared to all-black rubber-grip revolvers. Build quality is generally described as solid, with the stainless construction feeling durable. The DA/SA trigger gets varying feedback - some owners appreciate the option to cock the hammer for precise shots, while others note the double-action pull weight is heavier than it could be.

The .357 Magnum + .38 Special dual compatibility is a recurring positive. Most owners report using .38 Special or .38 Special +P for practice and light carry, reserving full Magnum loads for situations where the added power matters. Recoil with .357 loads in this compact package is the most frequently raised concern - it's described as sharp, not punishing, but noticeably more than the same cartridge in a larger revolver.

Reliability feedback is mostly positive for a revolver platform, with fewer reports of feeding issues than typical semi-auto pistols. Trigger consistency and cylinder lockup are occasionally mentioned as areas where individual units vary. Price is seen as fair for the category. Taurus customer service gets its usual mixed responses.