The Taurus 650 with a 2-inch barrel is the shortest, lightest version of this five-shot .357 Magnum snub-nose (Taurus part no. 2-650121). A fully shrouded hammer and a double-action-only trigger make it smooth to draw and simple to operate under stress. Matte black alloy steel gives it a low-glare finish, and at 22.5 ounces unloaded it is built to disappear in a pocket or holster. Anyone who wants maximum concealability from a Taurus magnum revolver will appreciate how small this one stays.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is .357 Magnum, and Taurus says it also accepts .38 Special and .38 Special +P for lighter practice loads.
• The barrel measures 2 inches, a short length that keeps the revolver compact for concealed carry.
• Capacity is 5 rounds, which fills the cylinder without adding bulk.
• The action is double action only, so every shot is a straight double-action pull with no hammer to cock.
• The fully shrouded hammer removes the spur that can catch on clothing, so the gun clears a pocket or holster cleanly.
• The front sight is a removable serrated blade front sight, which picks up quickly on a draw.
• The rear sight is a fixed rear sight, which stays put without needing adjustment.
• Frame and cylinder are alloy steel for a rugged build that handles hard use.
• The finish is matte black, which keeps glare down.
• Taurus lists a transfer bar as the safety mechanism, an internal design that keeps the hammer from striking unless the trigger is pulled.

Frequently Asked Questions

How small is the 2-inch Taurus 650? It measures 7.66 inches long and weighs 22.5 ounces unloaded, with a 2-inch barrel and a five-shot cylinder.

Can it fire .38 Special as well as .357 Magnum? Yes. Taurus describes the 650 as chambered in .357 Magnum and also accepting .38 Special and .38 Special +P.

Is it single action or double action? It is double action only, so each trigger pull cocks and releases the hammer.

Buy the Taurus 650 Revolver, .357 Magnum, 2-Inch Barrel, Matte Black, 5-Shot

The 2-inch barrel puts this 650 at the compact end of Taurus magnum snubbies. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more revolvers.