TOP 5 .357 Magnum Revolvers That Only Idiots Will Buy

Published on June 26, 2025
Duration: 13:28

This video critically reviews five .357 Magnum revolvers that are presented as potentially poor purchasing decisions due to documented issues. The expert highlights problems ranging from inconsistent quality control and heavy triggers on the Taurus Defender 605 and Charter Arms Mag Pug, to usability flaws like a stiff trigger and high bore axis on the Chiappa Rhino. Durability concerns and brutal recoil are noted for the S&W Model 360 PD, while the Ruger LCR's critical false trigger reset issue is emphasized.

Quick Summary

Five .357 Magnum revolvers are critically reviewed as potentially poor purchases due to significant flaws. Issues include inconsistent quality control on the Taurus Defender 605 and Charter Arms Mag Pug, a stiff trigger and high bore axis on the Chiappa Rhino, brutal recoil and durability concerns with the S&W Model 360 PD, and a critical false trigger reset flaw in the Ruger LCR.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: .357 Magnum Revolver Pitfalls
  2. 00:43No. 5: Taurus Defender 605 Criticisms
  3. 03:00No. 4: Charter Arms Mag Pug Issues
  4. 05:44No. 3: Chiappa Rhino Flaws
  5. 08:05No. 2: S&W Model 360 PD Recoil & Durability
  6. 10:28No. 1: Ruger LCR False Trigger Reset

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the Taurus Defender 605?

The Taurus Defender 605 is criticized for inconsistent quality control, rough metalwork, and an excessively heavy double-action trigger that harms accuracy. It can also be sensitive to certain ammunition, leading to misfires or extraction problems.

Why is the Charter Arms Mag Pug considered a poor choice?

The Charter Arms Mag Pug reportedly has a high warranty return rate (around 25%) due to issues like light primer strikes, triggers jamming mid-pull, and poor build quality, including misaligned sights and visible machining marks.

What are the drawbacks of the Chiappa Rhino revolver?

Despite its unique design, the Chiappa Rhino suffers from a very stiff, multi-stage trigger and a high bore axis ('height over bore'), causing shots to land low at close range, which is a significant usability flaw for its price.

What makes the Ruger LCR problematic for self-defense?

The Ruger LCR's primary critical flaw is a 'false trigger reset' issue. This means the trigger may feel reset with a click before it actually is, potentially causing a failure to fire when needed most.

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