Concealed carry revolvers come in two basic flavors. Some have a conventional exposed hammer for double-action/single-action fire and others are of a “hammerless” design, where a hammer is concealed within a frame for ultimate concealability and a snag-free draw. While Taurus makes many of the latter, the company is re-introducing the hammerless concealed carry revolver to its lineup with the new-for-2025 Taurus 650.
The 650 is based on a five-shot small-frame for concealed carry.
Taurus produced the original 650 CIA from 2001 to 2017. The new 650 follows the lines of the original. They are five-shot revolvers with a swing-out cylinder chambered in .357 Magnum. According to Taurus, the pistol’s size is compatible with numerous holsters and speedloaders already on the market. Sights are a U-notch in the top strap of the frame and a serrated front post that is removable. With a concealed hammer, the 650 can only be fired in double-action mode, and safety is provided by a transfer bar system.
Sights on the 650 are a simple front post and rear fixed notch. The front sight is removable to allow for an aftermarket replacement.
The Taurus 650 is available in four formats. It can be had with a 2” or 3” barrel, and made of either carbon steel with a matte black finish or made of stainless steel which is given a matte natural finish. The grips are made of textured rubber. The 2” barreled version weighs 22 ozs. with the 3” model just over an ounce more.
The 650 is available with both a 2” and 3” (pictured) barrel.
The Taurus 650 has an MSRP of $455 for matte black versions and $470 for stainless steel models. For more information, see the company’s website.
The 650 with its concealed internal hammer, is optimized for concealed carry.
