Review: The Taurus Model 85 Revolver
August 3rd, 2008 by Syd
For those on a budget who want a reliable out-of-the-box, no-frills five-shot .38 Special, they might want to look at the Taurus M85. Unfortunately, the name Taurus has been synonymous with being an unreliable and cheap gun, of the likes of Raven Arms, who makes low quality pistols. Let me clear up this rumor, they make an affordable and reliable self-defense gun. Nothing more and nothing less - simply the best bang for your buck. I won’t fool you; this isn’t the gun to do trigger jobs on or to customize, just a great self-defense weapon.
Looks like a *knock-off* of a Chiefs Special..
The acorn doesn’t fall too far from the tree.
i shot the 85 and a smith 642 same day, and didnt notice a difference.
In terms of revolvers, Taurus is the better bargain, smiths are great but pricey.