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Taurus
Model Protector 651
Taurus Revolver Protector 651 .357 Mag Variant-2
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Gun Dimensions Width:1.378-in
Length:6.5-in Height:4.28-in
Barrel:2-in Weight:17.3-oz
Variant 2 of 3
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)170956
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)16.68 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity5 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor65%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2004 - 2006
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:trigger actuated transfer bar
Cylinder:5-round
Frame:titanium
Grip:black rubber
Sights:fixed front and rear
Notes:zero profile hammer
Manufacturer
Forjas Taurus SA
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Gun Value
MSRP:$625.00Used Est:$460.00
Last Update:2/4/2023
About the Gun

Designed for close quarters, the Protector features a fully shrouded zero-profile hammer that can be manually cocked/decocked in single action operation when needed - and five rounds of .38 Special +P (Model 851) or .357 Magnum (Model 651) ammo.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1082 ft/sec ME:411 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

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