Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction today…this is the Taurus 605 Poly Protector.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Taurus
Model: 605 Poly Protector
Serial: GP19358
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Matte Black
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fiber Optic Front with Fixed Square Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Textured Polymer and Finger Grooves
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Taurus 605 Poly Protector is a modern, lightweight evolution of Taurus’s long-running Model 605 line, designed specifically to meet the demands of concealed carry users who want maximum stopping power in a compact, easy-to-carry package. Introduced in the early 2010s as a variation of the traditional steel-framed 605, the Poly Protector departs from classic revolver construction by utilizing a hybrid polymer-over-steel frame, in which a steel internal subframe provides structural strength while a fiberglass-reinforced polymer exterior reduces overall weight. This design allows the revolver to weigh roughly 20–22 ounces unloaded—significantly lighter than many all-steel snub-nose revolvers—while still safely handling powerful .357 Magnum cartridges as well as the more manageable .38 Special and .38 Special +P loads. Mechanically, it is a five-shot, double-action/single-action revolver with a 2-inch barrel, exposed hammer, and swing-out cylinder, maintaining the simple, time-tested operating system that has made small-frame revolvers popular for personal defense for decades. The Poly Protector’s design emphasizes practicality over refinement: it features fixed sights with a fiber-optic front for quick target acquisition, rubber grips for improved control, and a transfer-bar safety system that prevents accidental discharge unless the trigger is fully pulled.
Model: 605 Poly Protector
Serial: GP19358
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Matte Black
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fiber Optic Front with Fixed Square Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Textured Polymer and Finger Grooves
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Taurus 605 Poly Protector is a modern, lightweight evolution of Taurus’s long-running Model 605 line, designed specifically to meet the demands of concealed carry users who want maximum stopping power in a compact, easy-to-carry package. Introduced in the early 2010s as a variation of the traditional steel-framed 605, the Poly Protector departs from classic revolver construction by utilizing a hybrid polymer-over-steel frame, in which a steel internal subframe provides structural strength while a fiberglass-reinforced polymer exterior reduces overall weight. This design allows the revolver to weigh roughly 20–22 ounces unloaded—significantly lighter than many all-steel snub-nose revolvers—while still safely handling powerful .357 Magnum cartridges as well as the more manageable .38 Special and .38 Special +P loads. Mechanically, it is a five-shot, double-action/single-action revolver with a 2-inch barrel, exposed hammer, and swing-out cylinder, maintaining the simple, time-tested operating system that has made small-frame revolvers popular for personal defense for decades. The Poly Protector’s design emphasizes practicality over refinement: it features fixed sights with a fiber-optic front for quick target acquisition, rubber grips for improved control, and a transfer-bar safety system that prevents accidental discharge unless the trigger is fully pulled.
Its greatest strength lies in its portability—its light weight and compact dimensions make it ideal for pocket, ankle, or inside-the-waistband carry—but this advantage comes with a trade-off, as the reduced mass results in noticeably sharp recoil when firing full-power .357 Magnum loads, often encouraging users to train with .38 Special ammunition instead. In terms of role and market position, the 605 Poly Protector occupies a niche as an affordable, defensive-focused revolver rather than a high-volume range gun, offering reliable, straightforward operation and substantial stopping power in a budget-friendly platform. While it may lack the refinement, durability, and long-term shootability of heavier steel-framed competitors, it succeeds in its intended purpose: delivering a simple, concealable, and potent defensive firearm that reflects Taurus’s broader philosophy of combining modern materials with traditional revolver design to meet contemporary carry needs.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled box and all other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1167049632 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-04-19 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
256.01 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-04-19 17:03:30 |
