.22 revolver

LefthandShooter · 08-09-2008, 03:27 PM

Saw a new Taurus 8 shot .22 revolver chrome with a 12" barrel today at a gun store for $319.00. Not sure the model but really liked it! I want a S&W 10 shot .22 but way pricey compared to this.
Good price? Good gun? Model number? Never owned a Taurus but....

SgtKnuckles · 08-09-2008, 07:47 PM

Yes, that 981 SS Polished should be worth that easy........
Get it, and Put a Scope on that Puppy...

This is a Blued one...
980 SILHOUETTE 22lr 12" Barrel New $495.00
GunsAmerica - 980 SILHOUETTE 22lr 12" Barrel New - Taurus Pistols/Revolvers > Pistols > Steel Frame - Guns For Sale & Gun Auctions B"H

Taurus Fan · 08-10-2008, 12:29 PM

That 8 shot revolver was a .22 magnum, right? Their .22 LR are 9 shot.

LefthandShooter · 08-12-2008, 08:27 PM

I called. It is a Model 981.
Now I really want it but the checkbook says no.

SgtKnuckles · 08-12-2008, 08:34 PM

Put it on time payments, and pick it up when you pay it off...<:-))

LefthandShooter · 08-13-2008, 09:10 AM

I am wondering several things about it though. I went to Taurus' web site and they said .22 or .22 mag. Does this mean it should have 2 cylinders?
Why did they discontinue making it? Why is that none have been sold on the gun auction websites? (Does this mean they are good and people like them too much to sell them?) Was or is there any manufacturing problems or issues?

Also, why so cheap?

I do not know who to ask these questions. Maybe I'll give Taurus a call or e-mail.

Taurus Fan · 08-13-2008, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by LefthandShooter

I am wondering several things about it though. I went to Taurus' web site and they said .22 or .22 mag. Does this mean it should have 2 cylinders?
Why did they discontinue making it? Why is that none have been sold on the gun auction websites? (Does this mean they are good and people like them too much to sell them?) Was or is there any manufacturing problems or issues?

Also, why so cheap?

I do not know who to ask these questions. Maybe I'll give Taurus a call or e-mail.

No, it means that it is offered in either 22LR or 22Mag, not interchangeable cylinders.

Seabeescotty · 08-13-2008, 09:45 AM

It would be agood idea, to contact Taurus, and inquire about the particular firearm. Their warrantee is good, and their repair record is good. I just finished repairing a .357, and must admit, I like the clockwork! It's not too difficult to work with, and goes back together, with few problems. Being a new gun, there's really not much to check for, such as signs of abuse. For the price, I'd say it's a good deal. Their quality is up there, with the other top brands, and the firearms are troublefree, so long as you take care of them. The one I worked on, had some rust under the edge oftheHogue grips, and I suggested that he remove, and clean under them, occasionally. Aside from the damage, due to being dropped, it was a nice revolver. If you want it, put it on payments, as suggested earlier. Scotty

Mooseman684 · 08-14-2008, 01:22 PM

LHS...I have had too many Taurus guns come in for repair and NEW revolvers that locked up due to poor fitting parts internally, poor machine work, and soft steel that wasn't tempered properly.parts that fall off ,etc
My personal Opinion is BUY American first, like Ruger, Colt, S&W, etc. and European next !
I have had very poor service from Taurus as far as parts go...6 months to get a part is Ridiculous ! 3-6 months to get a firearm back from them in the past... and usually not fixed when returned !
You asked My opinion and that is it...It is your money and your choice !
I just won't bet my life on a Taurus !

LefthandShooter · 08-14-2008, 02:48 PM

Thanks to all who contributed! I've all but decided to save my money up and get a S&W 10 shot .22 revolver.
After all, it'll go good with my other 7 S&W pistols.

White Rook · 08-14-2008, 03:32 PM

I have several Taurus pistols. I haven't had a problem with any of them. I also have the Smith & Wesson mod. 617 10 shot 22 with a 4" barrel. It has a nice feel to it. It shoots great. They are expensive. I just started my 10 yr. old daughter shooting it with me.

08-09-2008, 03:27 PM	#1
LefthandShooter Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In A House in NE Ohio! Posts: 1,769	.22 revolver Saw a new Taurus 8 shot .22 revolver chrome with a 12" barrel today at a gun store for $319.00. Not sure the model but really liked it! I want a S&W 10 shot .22 but way pricey compared to this. Good price? Good gun? Model number? Never owned a Taurus but.... __________________ CHRISTMAS: Celebrating Christ's Birth and the Gift of Eternal Life!

08-09-2008, 07:47 PM	#2
SgtKnuckles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 183 Images: 2	Yes, that 981 SS Polished should be worth that easy........ Get it, and Put a Scope on that Puppy... This is a Blued one... 980 SILHOUETTE 22lr 12" Barrel New $495.00 GunsAmerica - 980 SILHOUETTE 22lr 12" Barrel New - Taurus Pistols/Revolvers > Pistols > Steel Frame - Guns For Sale & Gun Auctions B"H Last edited by SgtKnuckles; 08-09-2008 at 07:49 PM.

08-12-2008, 08:27 PM	#4
LefthandShooter Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In A House in NE Ohio! Posts: 1,769	I called. It is a Model 981. Now I really want it but the checkbook says no. __________________ CHRISTMAS: Celebrating Christ's Birth and the Gift of Eternal Life!

08-13-2008, 09:10 AM	#6
LefthandShooter Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In A House in NE Ohio! Posts: 1,769	I am wondering several things about it though. I went to Taurus' web site and they said .22 or .22 mag. Does this mean it should have 2 cylinders? Why did they discontinue making it? Why is that none have been sold on the gun auction websites? (Does this mean they are good and people like them too much to sell them?) Was or is there any manufacturing problems or issues? Also, why so cheap? I do not know who to ask these questions. Maybe I'll give Taurus a call or e-mail. __________________ CHRISTMAS: Celebrating Christ's Birth and the Gift of Eternal Life!

08-13-2008, 09:45 AM	#8
Seabeescotty The ol' Coot Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jay, Oklahoma, God's country. Posts: 4,599 Images: 18 Blog Entries: 1	It would be agood idea, to contact Taurus, and inquire about the particular firearm. Their warrantee is good, and their repair record is good. I just finished repairing a .357, and must admit, I like the clockwork! It's not too difficult to work with, and goes back together, with few problems. Being a new gun, there's really not much to check for, such as signs of abuse. For the price, I'd say it's a good deal. Their quality is up there, with the other top brands, and the firearms are troublefree, so long as you take care of them. The one I worked on, had some rust under the edge oftheHogue grips, and I suggested that he remove, and clean under them, occasionally. Aside from the damage, due to being dropped, it was a nice revolver. If you want it, put it on payments, as suggested earlier. Scotty __________________ Adapt, improvise, overcome.-Gysgt Highway, Heartbreak Ridge

08-10-2008, 12:29 PM	#3
Taurus Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cobra Command Headquarters Posts: 903	That 8 shot revolver was a .22 magnum, right? Their .22 LR are 9 shot.

08-12-2008, 08:34 PM	#5
SgtKnuckles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 183 Images: 2	Put it on time payments, and pick it up when you pay it off...<:-))

08-14-2008, 01:22 PM	#9
Mooseman684 Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alaska Wilderness Posts: 10,567 Images: 2	LHS...I have had too many Taurus guns come in for repair and NEW revolvers that locked up due to poor fitting parts internally, poor machine work, and soft steel that wasn't tempered properly.parts that fall off ,etc My personal Opinion is BUY American first, like Ruger, Colt, S&W, etc. and European next ! I have had very poor service from Taurus as far as parts go...6 months to get a part is Ridiculous ! 3-6 months to get a firearm back from them in the past... and usually not fixed when returned ! You asked My opinion and that is it...It is your money and your choice ! I just won't bet my life on a Taurus ! __________________ You know you might be facing your doom,when all you get is a click when you're expecting a BOOM!

08-14-2008, 02:48 PM	#10
LefthandShooter Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In A House in NE Ohio! Posts: 1,769	Thanks to all who contributed! I've all but decided to save my money up and get a S&W 10 shot .22 revolver. After all, it'll go good with my other 7 S&W pistols. __________________ CHRISTMAS: Celebrating Christ's Birth and the Gift of Eternal Life!

08-14-2008, 03:32 PM	#11
White Rook Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: South West Ohio Posts: 446	I have several Taurus pistols. I haven't had a problem with any of them. I also have the Smith & Wesson mod. 617 10 shot 22 with a 4" barrel. It has a nice feel to it. It shoots great. They are expensive. I just started my 10 yr. old daughter shooting it with me.