The Taurus 608 Competition in .357 Magnum/.38 Special +P (brand part no. 2-608069CMP) is Taurus’s first purpose-built competition revolver, developed with input from high-level revolver competitors. Taurus builds this stainless 8-round revolver around a custom bull barrel and cuts the cylinder for moon clips and Stellar clips, with chamfered charge holes for fast reloads. A tool-free adjustable trigger, green fiber optic front sight, and drift-adjustable rear sight round out the race-ready package, and the removable rear sight accepts aftermarket optics mounts. Among revolvers in the revolvers category, the 608 Competition favors shooters getting into revolver competition or looking for a ready-to-go race gun.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special +P with an 8-round capacity.
• Features a 6-inch custom bull barrel in matte stainless.
• Includes a tool-free adjustable trigger for fast tuning between stages.
• The front sight is a green fiber optic insert, paired with a drift-adjustable rear sight.
• The cylinder is cut for moon or Stellar clips with chamfered charge holes for fast reloads.
• Frame and cylinder are matte stainless steel, medium frame size.
• The action is double action/single action with a transfer bar safety.
• Overall length is 11.37 inches, weighing 51 ounces unloaded.
• The barrel measures 6 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the rear sight accept optics? Yes, the rear sight is removable and accepts aftermarket optics mounts.

What cylinder capacity does this revolver have? 8 rounds of .357 Magnum or .38 Special +P.

Does it use moon clips? Yes, the cylinder is cut for moon or Stellar clips with chamfered charge holes.

Buy the Taurus 608 Competition .357 Magnum

A purpose-built race revolver with a tool-free trigger and optics-ready rear sight is exactly what the 608 Competition delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.