RUGER OR TAURUS

[wizardfitz]

I have the GP100 6" and love it

 

[iamaclone45]

Ruger > Taurus

 

[Bosshoss]

The difference in price between the two is about the difference in quality. Both are good guns for the money. As with most anything you get what you pay for.
I have never had any trouble with Taurus revolvers. I sold dozens when I had a FFL and no problems. I have owned several and still own a cool Weigand Custom 85 Taurus.
Rugers cost more and are better quality IMHO.
Good luck in your search.

 

[Speedybruin4]

The one difference in Taurus's (potentially) is that the Taurus is slightly lighter when comparing the same barrel length and caliber. This could make a difference if its an EDC. I'd still pick the GP100.

 

[Glock10MM]

The GP100 gets my vote.

 

[RedJester]

In my experience, both are good options, but given the choice I'd choose the Ruger.

 

[scottka]

There's always a certain point when the additional cost outweighs the additional quality. This is not one of those times. Enjoy your GP100!

 

[DustyDawg48]

Ruger. The GP100 is a fantastic weapon and leagues ahead of the Taurus.

 

[PaulKersey]

Taurus Cylinder Bind

I had a Taurus Model 85 snub nose 38, and it would sometimes just bind up and not rotate the cylinder. This was a DAO gun, so it was useless when this happened. As has already been stated, the Ruger is a far superior product.

 

[Cat-Herder]

I had a Taurus Model 85 snub nose 38, and it would sometimes just bind up and not rotate the cylinder. This was a DAO gun, so it was useless when this happened. As has already been stated, the Ruger is a far superior product.

Sounds like your ejector rod came loose. I've owned many an 85, and when I get one, I blue loctite the ejector rods after a thorough cleaning. They're tough little guns and for the price, they're kinda hard to beat.....

Just my .02.

 

[Mackey]

Ruger > Taurus

>> Taurus

 

[MrHank]

My vote is for the GP100, but I would try to find one of the older ones. I have a GP100 that I purchased used from Beech Grove Firearms that came in the yellow box with rubber and wood grips and I like it a lot better than the new ones.

 

[TopDog]

My vote is for the GP100, but I would try to find one of the older ones. I have a GP100 that I purchased used from Beech Grove Firearms that came in the yellow box with rubber and wood grips and I like it a lot better than the new ones.

I have to agree the older GP100's were better quality. I no longer believe you get what you pay for. That is an outdated and no longer true saying to be throwing around.

I also think that Ruger's quality control is slipping as Taurus's quality control is improving. I also believe that Ruger does still does have the edge but the gap between the two is closing. The difference in quality between the two does not justify the difference in cost.

But then if it was me I would save my money and purchase a S&W if I wanted a quality revolver in that size and caliber.

 

[pleiades]

I've owned and shot both. I will never again purchase a Taurus, not because it's a "bad" gun or that the company is "bad" (that warranty is fantastic!) I will only go with Ruger. In fact, I traded two Taurus revolvers for one Ruger. Save your money and go with Ruger - it's worth the price difference.

 

[dom1104]

Ruger by FAR.

 

[jgreiner]

RUGER GP 100 OR TAURUS M66.FOR THE MONEY

Ruger always over Taurus.

 

[Fordtough25]

Ruger Ruger Ruger.

 

[gabrigger]

Another vote for the GP-100. When you get it, you won't be sorry.

 

[knot4reel]

Roger on the Ruger, over. Cost more but its worth more because of its quality and durability.

 

[HighStrung]

Ruger, all day, every day. Love my SP-101 and GP-100