Taurus Revolvers
Taurus 608
Specs, variants & prices
Taurus currently makes 3 versions of the 608 revolver, all chambered in 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P. Barrels run from 4" to 6.5". None of these versions comes cut for a red dot. Taurus's suggested retail prices run from $934.99 to $1,257.99, and stores set their own prices from there. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.
What versions of the Taurus 608 are there?
3 current versions. Specs and measurements are Taurus's own.
Taurus 608 Competition, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 6.00 In., 8 Rounds, Matte Stainless
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-608069CMP
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 8 Rounds
- Barrel
- 6.00 In.
- Overall length
- 11.37 In.
- Weight
- 51.00 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Medium; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 6.00 In.; Width: 1.80 In.; Front sight: Green Fiber Optic Insert; Rear sight: Drift Adjustable; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $1,257.99
Taurus 608, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 4.00 In., 8 Rounds, Matte Stainless
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-608049
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 8 Rounds
- Barrel
- 4.00 In.
- Overall length
- 9.67 In.
- Weight
- 45.00 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Medium; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 6.00 In.; Width: 1.80 In.; Front sight: Fixed; Rear sight: Adjustable; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $934.99
Taurus 608, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 6.50 In., 8 Rounds, Matte Stainless
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-608069
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 8 Rounds
- Barrel
- 6.50 In.
- Overall length
- 11.67 In.
- Weight
- 51.00 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Medium; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 6.00 In.; Width: 1.80 In.; Front sight: Fixed; Rear sight: Adjustable; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $934.99
What calibers does the 608 come in?
Every current version is chambered in 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P.
Is the 608 optics-ready?
None of these versions comes cut for a red dot.
How much does a Taurus 608 cost?
Taurus's suggested retail prices run from $934.99 to $1,257.99, depending on the version. Tap “See prices” next to any version to see what retailers are asking.
Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?
California and Massachusetts each keep their own list of handguns approved for sale, and a gun has to be on it before a dealer there can sell it to you. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.
What's the latest on the 608?
Nothing new on the 608 lately.
Specs from Taurus, checked October 29, 2026 (source). Spot a mistake? Let us know and we'll fix it. Taurus is a trademark of its owner, listed for identification only. Firearms Almanac isn't affiliated with Taurus.