The Taurus Raging Hunter is a double/single action revolver chambered for .357 Magnum and .38 Special +P. It holds 7 rounds and has a 6.75-inch barrel. Overall length is 12.25 inches and weight is 53 oz (3.3 lbs). The frame and barrel are matte black oxide steel. The grip is black rubber with an integrated red cushion insert. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model Name: Raging Hunter 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special +P 
• Action Type: Double/Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 6.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 12.25 inches 
• Weight: 3.3 lbs (53 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front / Adjustable Rear 
• Grip Material: Black Rubber with Integrated Red Cushion Insert 
• Finish: Matte Black Oxide Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

The dual caliber capability means you can run .357 Magnum for hunting or heavy defensive use or drop to .38 Special +P for more relaxed practice rounds without changing guns. The adjustable rear sight lets you zero for a specific load. The transfer bar safety system prevents the firing pin from reaching the primer unless the trigger is fully pressed, so it can be carried with all chambers loaded. The rubber grip with cushion insert absorbs some of the .357's recoil. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

At 53 oz and 12.25 inches overall, the Raging Hunter is sized for field use rather than everyday carry. It works as a hunting sidearm where a full-power .357 Magnum load is appropriate, or at the range where the 7-round cylinder and adjustable sights give you flexibility. Home defense is possible but the size means staging it rather than carrying it.

The Taurus Raging Hunter in .357 Magnum gets a mixed but mostly positive reception. The dual caliber feature comes up in nearly every discussion — being able to run .38 Special for practice and .357 Magnum for serious use in the same gun is a practical advantage most owners appreciate.

Build quality is generally rated well. The matte black finish is described as durable, and the overall construction feels solid. The rubber grip with its red cushion insert does a reasonable job taming recoil with full-power .357 loads, though opinions vary on how comfortable it stays over a long session.

At 53 oz the weight is a running theme. It steadies the gun during firing but makes it impractical to carry for extended periods. Most owners treat it as a field or range gun.

Accuracy gets good marks with practice, though the adjustable sights require some time to dial in per load. Price-to-performance ratio is viewed as favorable compared to other large-frame revolvers. Customer service experiences with Taurus split opinions, with some owners reporting smooth warranty interactions and others having a harder time.