The Taurus 627 Tracker is a full-size double/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, with the ability to also fire .38 Special +P. The 7-round cylinder gives it one more round than most revolvers in this class. The 6.5-inch ported barrel is matte stainless steel. 
 
Key Specifications 

• SKU: 178230572 
• UPC: 725327340836 
• Brand: Taurus 
• Model Name: 627 Tracker 
• MPN: 2-627069 
• Class: Full-size 
• Action Type: Single/Double Action (SA/DA) 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special +P 
• Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 6.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.75 inches 
• Weight: 2.5 lbs (40 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front / Adjustable Rear 
• Grip Material: Black Rubber Ribber Grip 
• Safety Features: Taurus Security System and Transfer Bar 
• Finish Type: Matte Stainless Steel 
   
  Detailed Features 
  The Taurus Security System allows the firearm to be key-locked for storage security without carrying modifications. The transfer bar mechanism prevents the hammer from reaching the firing pin unless the trigger is fully pressed, which is a standard passive safety on modern revolvers. 
   
  The rubber Ribber grip absorbs recoil and provides grip texture in wet conditions. The 7-round cylinder is unusual for a .357 Magnum revolver -- most competitors offer 6 or fewer rounds. Factory porting on the barrel reduces muzzle rise, which makes rapid follow-up shots in double-action more manageable. 
   
  Adjustable rear sight lets the shooter dial in for different loads or ranges. 
   
  Target Audience 
  Self-defense shooters who want revolver reliability with higher-than-average capacity. Hunters using .357 Magnum on small-to-medium game. Sport and target shooters who prefer revolvers. 
   
  Usage Scenarios 
• Home defense: 7-round capacity and .357 Magnum power are a strong combination for defensive use. 
• Hunting: the 6.5-inch barrel and adjustable sights support accurate shots on game at revolver-appropriate distances. 
• Target competitions: adjustable sights and the .357 Magnum/.38 Special dual compatibility let the shooter switch to lighter practice loads.

The Taurus 627 Tracker in .357 Mag generates a range of opinions, split fairly predictably between what works and what doesn't.

The 7-round cylinder is the most frequently cited positive -- it's a genuine advantage over standard 6-round competitors and appeals to shooters who want every round available in a defensive or hunting context. The .357 Magnum / .38 Special dual compatibility is also praised for flexibility. Build quality at the price point is considered solid, and owners who run it for self-defense or range use generally report good reliability and acceptable accuracy.

The criticisms cluster around three areas: trigger pull in double-action can feel heavier or less consistent than some competitors; the finish has shown premature wear on a subset of guns; and Taurus customer service has a mixed reputation, which introduces uncertainty around warranty support. Weight at 40 oz is a practical consideration for carry, though it aids recoil absorption from the .357 Magnum. Overall the gun is seen as a value-oriented revolver with real capabilities and a few rough edges.