Rumors of a multi-caliber revolver being introduced at the SHOT Show are true. Say hello to the Taurus 692.
The Model 692 is a revolver that is chambered in .357 Magnum. As most shooters know, you can shoot .38 Special loads from a .357 Magnum wheelgun. The twist, however, is that you can also shoot common 9mm rounds through this gun with the use of a conversion cylinder.
Taurus already offers a 9mm revolver, though it cannot shoot other cartridges from the gun. (Read more on the Taurus 905.) The 692 is designed to give your greater cartridge flexibility with a single gun purchase.
Swapping a revolver’s cylinder is easy and takes just a minute with a screwdriver. One of the things I like about the cylinders on this gun is that they are unfluted. Generally, I like a fluted cylinder, but the unfluted version looks good on this gun.
Taurus offers the 692 in two different barrel lengths: a 3″ model for concealed carry and a longer 6.5″ model for target shooting and fun at the range. Interestingly, Taurus elected to port the barrels on this model. The porting should help reduce muzzle rise and felt recoil, though it is possible this could increase the visible flash in low light.
Both versions of the revolver are available in either a matte black or matte stainless finish.
Although many people still refer to revolvers as six shooters, the Taurus 692 is not. It is a seven shooter. In both the 9mm and the .38/.357 cylinders, you have seven rounds. For the 9mm shooter, Taurus includes its stellar clips so the rounds are easily loaded and the empty cases can be extracted without any problems.
Up front, Taurus uses a pinned ramp sight. An adjustable rear sight is standard.
The Taurus 692 is a double-action gun that can be cocked for single-action shooting. The spurred hammer is fully exposed.
The suggested retail price on this gun is $659. Your dealer sets the final price, so I imagine you could get out the door with a Model 692 for less than $600.
| Caliber | .38 Special, .357 Magnum, 9mm |
| Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Action | DA/SA |
| Barrel Length | 3″, 6.5″ |
| Weight | 35 oz (3″), 46 oz (6.5″) |
| Sights | pinned ramp front, adjustable rear |
| Grip | Taurus rubber grip |
| Finish | matte black or matte stainless |
| MSRP (at launch) | $659 |
Update from the SHOT Show
The 692 was on display at the 2018 SHOT Show. The gun was pretty much as described, porting and all. The one thing I didn’t like was the huger “TRACKER” logo down the left side of the barrel assembly. Otherwise, the gun looked good. Early indications show a lot of interest in this revolver, so I am expecting to see Taurus sell a good number of them.
Update
Yes, the Model 692 made it into production and can be purchased now. I know that the company has failed to deliver some announced guns in the past (28 gauge Judge cough, cough,) but this one is real.
Last Update: October 17, 2022
71 replies on “Taurus 692 Multi-Caliber Revolver: .38, .357 and 9mm”
Love the options with this gun. The porting and weight would help on heavy deer hunting loads and longer sight radius would make shooting long distance easier. 9mm shells are as low as 9.00 for 50 compared to 38.00 for 50 so target practicing would be very reasonable.
Any Idea when these will go on sale? Still, have not seen one.
Hi Tim,
I’ve reached out to Taurus for an official statement on the supply issue on this gun. I’ll let you know when I hear something.
Best,
Richard
Hi Tim,
I spoke with a Taurus representative this morning. Taurus is shipping the 692 this week, so they should start arriving at distributors and dealers shortly.
-Richard
From what I understand, 9mm is slightly bigger diameter than 38/357. Just curious: What happens if one tries to drop a 38 or 357 round into the 9mm cylinder?
There are slight differences in the diameter of the bullets used in 9mm and .38 Special/.357 Magnum cartridges. 9mm uses a smaller .355 caliber bullet and the .38/.357 uses a larger .357 caliber. While these differences can make for less accurate shooting when precision is of the utmost importance, it is not unsafe (from a bullet diameter perspective) to shoot 9mm rounds through a .38/.357 barrel. I hope this helps.
-Richard
I ve tried to buy this gun for over a year. No one has it for sale.
Even Taurus won’t sell me one. Shame on them.
MUST BE SOMETHING WRONG WITH IT BECAUSE IT IS NOT AVAILABLE.
I’ve tested many makes models and types of weapons. Never had his much trouble to get one.
Hi Jerry,
I understand your frustration with the company’s delay in shipping these pistols. However, I would urge caution in assuming that the delay is evidence that there “must be something wrong with it.” Many companies in (and out of) the firearms industry have announced a product well in advance of shipping it. While this may not be a good move insomuch as it creates expectations in its customers, it is not necessarily an indicator of poor design or manufacturing issues.
The good news is I was told by a Taurus rep last week that the guns are now shipping. So, you should see the guns available at your local gun store soon.
-Richard