Taurus Model 65 .357 Magnum DA/SA Revolver, 4 Inch, Carbon Steel, Matte Black Oxide, 6-Round
This Taurus Model 65 is a 4-inch, six-shot .357 Magnum revolver built on a carbon steel frame with a matte black oxide finish. It features a heavy-profile barrel with a short underlug and ejector-rod shroud, fixed sights with a serrated ramp front and topstrap groove rear, and one-piece rubber finger-groove grips. It also accepts .38 Special, including +P.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are visible markings from prior handling and use. Please refer to the photos for additional detail.
What’s Included
- 6-shot revolver speedloader for .357 Magnum/.38 Special
- Taurus factory cardboard box with matching end label for Model 65 (SKU 2-650041)
- Taurus Revolvers instruction manual
The Model 65 operates in double-action/single-action and uses a transfer bar safety system. It has a smooth-faced trigger and an exposed hammer, providing a straightforward, proven control layout.
The carbon steel frame, cylinder, and receiver wear a matte black oxide finish. One-piece black rubber finger-groove grips with Taurus medallions offer a secure, hand-filling hold.
The 4-inch heavy-profile barrel incorporates a short underlug, ejector-rod shroud, and shallow rib. Fixed sights consist of a serrated ramp front and a topstrap groove rear for a durable, no-adjustment sighting setup.
Chambered in .357 Magnum with a 6-round capacity, this revolver also accepts .38 Special, including +P. Markings include "Taurus Int. Mfg. Miami, FL – USA" and "Made in Brazil," with a crane/yoke assembly number stamped 493. The factory designation for this configuration is MPN 2-650041.

