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There's a reason the Model 66 has stuck around in the Taurus lineup since the late 1970s. It's a working wheelgun in the classic sense: steel frame, exposed hammer, full underlug barrel, and no gimmicks. This version stretches the barrel to 6 inches, which does two nice things for you. First, the longer sight radius makes precise shots easier, and second, the extra barrel length lets .357 Magnum loads build up to their full potential. And since it also runs .38 Special and .38 +P, you can spend a relaxed afternoon at the range without beating up your hands or your wallet.
Most medium-frame magnums give you six rounds. The 66 gives you seven, thanks to a cylinder redesign Taurus rolled out back in 1999. The matte black oxide finish over the steel alloy frame, barrel, and cylinder keeps things low-glare and easy to maintain, and the soft rubber grips with finger grooves soak up a surprising amount of magnum recoil. At around 40 ounces, this revolver has enough heft to stay planted through full-power loads, and the balance with the 6-inch tube feels steady rather than muzzle-heavy.
The DA/SA action gives you a clean, light single-action break for deliberate target work and a usable double-action pull when speed matters. Up top you get a fixed front sight paired with a fully adjustable rear, so you can dial in your zero for whatever load you settle on, whether that's mild 148-grain wadcutters or stout 158-grain magnums.
Think range days, steel plates, home defense duty, or a trail companion when you want a dependable sidearm in a proven caliber. The transfer bar safety and integrated Taurus Security System add peace of mind, and Taurus backs the gun with its lifetime repair policy. For anyone who appreciates a straightforward steel revolver that does its job without fuss, the 66 is an easy gun to like.
Yes. Like all .357 Magnum revolvers, the Model 66 will safely fire .38 Special and .38 Special +P ammunition in addition to full-power magnums. A lot of owners practice with cheaper, softer-shooting .38s and save the magnum loads for defense or the field. It's one of the biggest perks of owning a .357.
Taurus updated the Model 66 in 1999 to fit seven rounds in a medium-frame cylinder, giving you one more shot than most comparable magnums without bumping up to a big, heavy frame. The cylinder is slightly larger in diameter but the gun still handles and holsters like a standard medium-frame revolver. It's a real advantage for defense or extended range strings.
The 6-inch barrel is a solid all-arounder. The longer tube gives .357 Magnum loads extra velocity and a longer sight radius, which helps with the precise shot placement needed for small game or close-range deer where legal seasons allow. It's equally happy ringing steel or shooting groups off a bench, and the adjustable rear sight lets you zero for your preferred load.
Taurus covers its revolvers with a lifetime repair policy, so if anything goes wrong mechanically, they'll make it right for as long as you own the gun. The 66 also includes the Taurus Security System, a built-in keyed lock, plus a transfer bar safety that prevents the gun from firing unless the trigger is fully pulled.
| UPC | 725327200161 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2-660061 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | Black |
| Barrel Length | 6" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .357 Magnum |
| Capacity | 7 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 12.25 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 6.25 |
| Package Width | 2.0 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Safety | Taurus Sec System/Transfer Bar |
| Shipping Weight | 3.15 |
| Sights | Adjustable Rear |
| Sights Type | ADJUSTABLE |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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