The Taurus 905 Standard is a compact 9mm Luger revolver with a 2-inch barrel, 5-round cylinder, and double/single action trigger. It weighs 1.3 lbs (21 oz) and is 6.5 inches overall. Finish is blued matte black oxide; grips are finger-grooved black rubber. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model: 905 Standard 
• Caliber: 9MM Luger (9X19 Para) 
• Action Type: Double/Single Action (SA/DA) 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.5 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Weight: 1.3 lbs (21 oz) 
• Finish: Blued Matte Black Oxide 
• Sights: Fixed Front & Rear 
• Grip Material: Finger Grooved Black Rubber 
   

Detailed Features 

The 905 is unusual among revolvers in its 9mm chambering. It uses moon clips to headspace rimless pistol cartridges, which keeps ammunition common with semi-auto handguns. At 6.5 inches overall and 21 oz. it is genuinely pocketable. The DA/SA trigger allows either a deliberate long pull or a shorter, lighter single-action press once cocked. Fixed sights are durable and aligned at the factory. The transfer bar safety prevents hammer contact with the firing pin unless the trigger is fully pulled.

Users of the Taurus 905 generally appreciate the 9mm chambering. Sharing ammunition with semi-automatic pistols is a practical advantage. The compact size gets consistent praise from people who need a true pocket carry option, and the DA/SA capability is well-regarded for giving flexibility in how the gun is staged for use.

Reliability draws favorable comments; revolvers in general are seen as mechanically simpler and the 905 fits that expectation. The price is typically noted as a strong point relative to other small-frame defensive revolvers.

The common criticisms: DA trigger pull is heavy, which affects accuracy during fast shooting. Five rounds is fewer than most semi-auto alternatives. Finish wear on heavily carried guns comes up in some discussions. The compact, lightweight frame also means more felt recoil per shot than larger revolvers in the same caliber, which some shooters find uncomfortable during sustained practice.