Similar Products
Description
SKU 51655228993
Brand Taylors and Company
UPC 810012512503
DETAILS
Brand: Taylors & Company
Model/Series: 963 MF Defense
Caliber: 357 Mag
Capacity: 7rd
Action: DA/SA
Barrel Length: 3"
Overall Length: 8"
Frame Material: Forged Hardened Alloy Steel
Frame Finish: Matte Black Cerakote
Grips: Wood
Rear Sight: Fixed, Dovetail Mounted
Front Sight: Dovetail Mounted
Weight: 2.18 lbs
FEATURES
This revolver features the classic double action functions that we all know, but with some added upgrades for today's shooter. This model has a unique cylinder that has a capacity for seven rounds of .357Mag/.38Sp ammo. The frame is made from an alloy steel, allowing the revolver to be lighter weight. Each revolver is fit with shaped wood grips that are comfortable for all hand sizes. The hammer has an exposed spur so you can shoot this model as a double action or single action. The front and rear sights are dovetailed, allowing for easy removal for aftermarket sight options. The external barrel cover is vented and tapped to allow for a bottom rail to be mounted.
Made In Italy for Taylors & Company
Coupons for Palmetto State Armory store
Wikiarms.com Live Prices
| Product | Store | Price | PPR |
|---|
Powered by Wikiarms.com
Customer reviews
Comments (12)
Just showed up in the mail, it’s actually a nice little 357, I was honestly very surprised. I wouldn’t pay anywhere near MSRP for one, though. The finish is so frail that when they factory fired it, it left very visible cylinder rings around the cylinder. There’s a very clear blemish in the frame that was just covered with what looks like a parkerized finish. All in all, I’d say it’s actually a great buy at $400 though. Double action is very stiff and heavy but pretty smooth, unlike similar priced revolvers. Not glassy like Colt or Smiths, but nice. Single action breaks at around 5lbs, which is not good, but it’s short and smooth.
Another update, I just took it out to shoot it and decided that I really like the thing. Took a similar smith and Wesson 357 to compare it to and it shot just as accurately (as accurate as I could shoot). Was hitting a 4” steel plate at 25 yards every shot. It was really pleasant to shoot as well, because it’s ridiculously heavy. Trigger broke in around 30 rounds and is 1-2lbs lighter, still smoother and nicer than Taurus or similar priced revolvers. Overall, very happy with it and will probably buy the 4” as well.
Glad someone else took the plunge! I will agree in that it's definitely not worth the MSR, but WELL worth the $399 in today's revolver market. Grips are comfortable. Trigger reminds me of traditional European semi-auto DA/SA. DA pull is lighter than my 3" GP100. SA pull lacks a well-defined wall, but breaks very clean. Both not very 'American revolver' traits, yet more akin to Beretta 92s, CZ 75s, etc. A poster on one of the 4" listings said they'd rather have a Taurus at this price, but as an owner of many Taurus revolvers over the years, I'd say that's woefully shortsighted (no pun intended).
I'm glad someone took a chance I took a chance on Caniks when they came out . I'm glad I did.
Nice can't wait to hear your experience and opinion! I'm on the fence myself and yeah there's not a ton of information or reviews. The ones I've found are about mixed right down the isle. So yes, I'll be watching for your response. Good luck!
It's not even listed on Taylor's website. No reviews on YouTube. That tells me all I need to know.
Very few first hand consumer reviews of this thing, besides the couple on Midway. There's a couple forum posts from people who've only handled them in store, they weren't impressed.
Pushing into Taurus wheel gun money, I am curious about this revolver. From everything I have read this is a pretty decent revolver. The gun is made by Armi out of italy. Seems a pretty well built gun and can be had in many variations and colors, although this one for sale at PSA is just simply black. A combination of steel and alloy framework helps cut down on weight.
One concern I have is that it has a "spacer" to correct cylinder to barrel alignment. I can see in this particular picture that it appears the gap is not "even". This could be a problem if it is true and not just an optical illusion caused by the weight saving "jacket" over the steel frame and barrel. This wheelgun was selling at almost $1000 just a year or so and it's now less than $400, again makes me wonder about the reliability and fit and finish. I wonder if that lower cut area on the frame, above the cylinder could be drilled and tapped for a red dot? Depends on the size I guess and whether or not you would get enough steel to be secure.
It's also a 7 shot vs the usual 5 to 6 rounds making it better for self defense. 1 extra shot could make the difference between life and death. I would do your homework before dropping the credit card number to PSA. It is a tempting choice at this price but as we all know, sometimes you get what you pay for and there's reasons behind why a gun with a $1100 MSRP is selling for 1/3 the MSRP.. if anyone has one, id love to hear your thoughts and experiences .
Bought one just to see, I’ll comment again once it’s here and I’ve fired it.