Taurus Model 96 .22 LR DA/SA Revolver, 6 Inch Heavy Barrel, Polished Blued, Adjustable Sights
This Taurus Model 96 stands out with its 6 inch heavy-profile steel barrel and polished blued finish, paired with adjustable iron sights for fine tuning. It features a fluted six-shot .22 LR cylinder, checkered hardwood grips with Taurus medallions, and clear factory markings including the Miami import stamp and Brazilian origin. The result is a well-built, steel-framed DA/SA revolver with classic lines and purposeful details.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: There are light handling marks from prior use. Please refer to the photos for close-up views.
What’s Included
- Taurus Model 96 .22 LR revolver
The 6 inch steel barrel uses a heavy profile with a serrated top rib and a short front shroud. This setup complements the serrated ramped fixed front blade and the fully adjustable square-notch rear sight, which includes UP and R directional markings for on-the-gun adjustments.
Its double-action/single-action system pairs a traditional trigger with an exposed hammer, offering straightforward control in either mode. A fluted six-shot cylinder in .22 LR and a knurled-tip ejector rod round out the classic revolver operating features.
Construction is all steel with a polished blued finish on the frame and receiver, and a blued cylinder to match. Checkered hardwood grips with Taurus medallions provide a traditional look and a positive hold, while the Taurus crest rollmark on the frame underscores factory identity.
Markings include "TAURUS INT. MFG., MIAMI, FLA., MADE IN BRAZIL," reflecting Brazilian manufacture with the Miami import designation. Chambered in .22 LR with a six-round capacity, this Model 96 presents a clean, well-marked example with adjustable sights and classic Taurus styling.