Shadi Khalil
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I can't understand how people can consider them to be an inexpensive alternative to Smith or Ruger. The average price on a new Taurus revolver is still in the low to mid $300's, that's a lot for a gun that may not work.
Is Taurus any good?
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Several years ago I bought a very slightly used mod, 83 in 38 special. I have shot thousands of rounds of my reloads in it with no problems. I own other revolvers and do not see the bad workmanship I have read of in gun forums of the Taurus 83. Two of my brothers bought the 145s, They have not had a problem with them but the newer Taurus 145 semi hand guns do not seem built as well as other guns in the same price range. But they do seem accurate and reliable. I own several revolvers as well as semi-autos, everything from a Colt 1911 to a cheap Bersa 380, with Glock, Smith, and Ruger in the mix. And you do not need to look too hard to find someone complaining about any of them. Yes some models of each can be problematic, but to condemn the line because of one or two models is not an evaluation. The Taurus revolver I own I like, would I buy one of their semi-autos, most likely not. But that has more to do with the Ford Chevy thing than anything else. I just don’t like the feel of them, others do.
In years past said I would never own a Taurus then about 2 years ago I was looking for a 380 pocket tried the lcp, trigger guard was to small for my hands then tried a Taurus tcp worked fine and very accurate so I purchase my one and only Taurus after several hundred rounds no failures with commercial and reloads, trigger is far better then I expected.
I believe Taurus has too many models rather then produce new ones each year simply improve older ones,second quality control issues others I know have purchased the TCP with poor results while mine is a keeper, so it's the luck of the draw as to what you get.
I believe Taurus has too many models rather then produce new ones each year simply improve older ones,second quality control issues others I know have purchased the TCP with poor results while mine is a keeper, so it's the luck of the draw as to what you get.
Taurus repair
I have had a taurus P22 for the last 20-25 years I started shooting it frequently the last year or two. The firing pin quit working & it looked like it wore out more than it broke. Contacted the factory Called-No response-left message. Faxed the problem--They responded one day later. Told me to send it to them, they would take care of it under warranty I sent it to them on Monday I'll let you know what happens. They said they have to modify it to accept the new firing pin. Inside the firing pin assembly was extremely dirty and all my soaking and blowing out with compressed air didn't alleviate the problem. I had to take it apart to clean it out. I know first hand its extremely frustrating to buy a weapon with problems RIA .Also Had the same problem with a $30,000 Car
I have had a taurus P22 for the last 20-25 years I started shooting it frequently the last year or two. The firing pin quit working & it looked like it wore out more than it broke. Contacted the factory Called-No response-left message. Faxed the problem--They responded one day later. Told me to send it to them, they would take care of it under warranty I sent it to them on Monday I'll let you know what happens. They said they have to modify it to accept the new firing pin. Inside the firing pin assembly was extremely dirty and all my soaking and blowing out with compressed air didn't alleviate the problem. I had to take it apart to clean it out. I know first hand its extremely frustrating to buy a weapon with problems RIA .Also Had the same problem with a $30,000 Car
i have a 605 and its great little gun, my shop owner sells more taurus than anything else cause of price. he does get a few returns but says taurus sells more guns so there will be more return because of more sold. he said also gets returns on smith and lately ruger is coming back more than taurus.
Justice06RR
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I've had great experience with my semiauto Taurus Slims 709 and 740. no failures of any kind, and excellent build quality IMO. Better than keltec and Hipoint for sure. I would trust my life to it, and currently pocket carry them.
I've never had the chance to try out their revolvers so I can't comment on those.
I've never had the chance to try out their revolvers so I can't comment on those.
Jeremiah/Az
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I have Taurus' in a .22, 2 in .38's, revolvers, that have been good shooters, never a problem. I had a .357 mag. that you could not hit the side of the barn, from the inside. I gave it to my brother. He can't shoot anyway!
Every "Taurus" thread starts the same...
Most people love them, or at least think they are a great value for the price. Most people do not have problems with them.
Then, the haters join the thread and it turns into a bash.
I don't really understand it. I have 25-ish guns (I really don't know for sure how many), and several are Taurus (5, I think, maybe 4). One, the Raging Bull .454 Casull, is the equal of any revolver out there. The little snubbie .357's are good. The TCP .380 is nicer than a Keltec or Ruger LCP, with a MUCH nicer trigger. I've had others over the years, as well. I've never had any type of problem with any of them, but I can't say the same thing for some of the other guns I've had.
Most people love them, or at least think they are a great value for the price. Most people do not have problems with them.
Then, the haters join the thread and it turns into a bash.
I don't really understand it. I have 25-ish guns (I really don't know for sure how many), and several are Taurus (5, I think, maybe 4). One, the Raging Bull .454 Casull, is the equal of any revolver out there. The little snubbie .357's are good. The TCP .380 is nicer than a Keltec or Ruger LCP, with a MUCH nicer trigger. I've had others over the years, as well. I've never had any type of problem with any of them, but I can't say the same thing for some of the other guns I've had.
Walklightly
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Ask him about the way he smashed his Taurus with a 20lbs hammer.
15 years online, and you come up with this?
"and my impression is that for at least the past 15 years Smith's QC has been a shadow of its former self..."
IMHO, that could be bad, and it could be good. Stepping out of a shadow could be both.
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Looks Like People Love 'em or Hate 'em . . .
. . . and just a few on the fence.
I haven't found a make that doesn't have its share of horror stories ("How did that get through quality control?"). I have 2 Taurus revolvers. I haven't had a problem with either. They don't have an S&W logo, but then I didn't pay an S&W price either.
I do not worship heros anymore; human or mechanical. I'm too old for that. I've been a Smith fan and a Colt lover most of my life, yet my EDC is a Ruger. Find the right tool for the job you need and don't worry about what the world thinks.
. . . and just a few on the fence.
I haven't found a make that doesn't have its share of horror stories ("How did that get through quality control?"). I have 2 Taurus revolvers. I haven't had a problem with either. They don't have an S&W logo, but then I didn't pay an S&W price either.
I do not worship heros anymore; human or mechanical. I'm too old for that. I've been a Smith fan and a Colt lover most of my life, yet my EDC is a Ruger. Find the right tool for the job you need and don't worry about what the world thinks.
Super Sneaky Steve
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I bought a Taurus to save some money. If you factor in the shipping sending it back to Fl and the tools I had to buy to make it function it was no deal at all.
I learned my lesson. If you can't afford a quality firearm, just wait and save your money. Or cancel your cable TV or stop drinking beer for a month.
I learned my lesson. If you can't afford a quality firearm, just wait and save your money. Or cancel your cable TV or stop drinking beer for a month.
quote: "Most people love them, or at least think they are a great value for the price. Most people do not have problems with them.
Then, the haters join the thread and it turns into a bash.
You're very right ghallen! it's probably because the haters hate to read they passed on an opportunity to buy something good for less money than their colt costed them
Then, the haters join the thread and it turns into a bash.
You're very right ghallen! it's probably because the haters hate to read they passed on an opportunity to buy something good for less money than their colt costed them
glocktwotwo
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taurus pt709slim
From Glock two two. I was at on time a Taurus fan. However I purchased a pt709slim. All I can say is junk junk and crap. No matter what brand bullet weight or fmj or jhp. They would jam. Fail to eject or stove pipe. And in a self defense situation that is a problem that you don't want. So I go with my old stand by. If you can hack carrying a full size auto pistol. Glock is it. And I know there is alot of Glock haters out there is oh well. I have never had an issue with my glock22 40cal. Now its not a small piece to carry but highly effective 15 rounds of winchester elite 180 grain hollow points (that's the standard FBI issue ammo) Glock also makes the Glock 27 that's a 40cal compact. Alot smaller with the same punch. I love Glock a simple indesructable handgun that is made for one purpose. Shooting people. Its basic and mean looking not all fancy like an xdm, so stay away from Taurus get a Glock and feel like you have a real weapon in your hand. Glock comes in your basic auto loading calibers. Except 22 25 and 380. 22 cal is available in austrian but not here. Also stay away from generation4 go with gen 2 or gen3 I have gen 3 I like the finger grooves. Good luck. And remember Glock does rock
From Glock two two. I was at on time a Taurus fan. However I purchased a pt709slim. All I can say is junk junk and crap. No matter what brand bullet weight or fmj or jhp. They would jam. Fail to eject or stove pipe. And in a self defense situation that is a problem that you don't want. So I go with my old stand by. If you can hack carrying a full size auto pistol. Glock is it. And I know there is alot of Glock haters out there is oh well. I have never had an issue with my glock22 40cal. Now its not a small piece to carry but highly effective 15 rounds of winchester elite 180 grain hollow points (that's the standard FBI issue ammo) Glock also makes the Glock 27 that's a 40cal compact. Alot smaller with the same punch. I love Glock a simple indesructable handgun that is made for one purpose. Shooting people. Its basic and mean looking not all fancy like an xdm, so stay away from Taurus get a Glock and feel like you have a real weapon in your hand. Glock comes in your basic auto loading calibers. Except 22 25 and 380. 22 cal is available in austrian but not here. Also stay away from generation4 go with gen 2 or gen3 I have gen 3 I like the finger grooves. Good luck. And remember Glock does rock
Lay off beer and TV? This is America, bucko!
Honestly, the price differential between a Taurus 85 and a S&W Airweight is quite small. The differential between a medium-frame Taurus and an equivalent Ruger is only slightly larger.
If the monetary savings aren't significant, I can't really justify taking a hit on quality.
Nice to know the only reason you buy a gun is to kill people. And I will say this .. every gun manufacture has produced a bad gun. Just because people think it is cheap due to price does not mean it is a bad gun . My Sigma was a cheap gun and it has had zero problems. Also my Taurus 617 cost me $270 and it is a great gun .
"15 years online, and you come up with this?
"and my impression is that for at least the past 15 years Smith's QC has been a shadow of its former self..."
IMHO, that could be bad, and it could be good. Stepping out of a shadow could be both."
Your reading comprehension is abysmal. Try again.
Smith QC being a shadow of its former self "could be bad, and could be good"? Since when was decreased QC a good thing in ANY setting?
As someone who has worked in marketing in the past, I can appreciate the kind of Smith fans that pop up on some of these threads. They will passionately defend their favorite brand, regardless of the evidence they are confronted with. It should only take a bit of searching on the Smith forums to turn up a host of significant QC issues, but true Smith fans will have none of this. They're operating on an emotional and not rational level...which is why they will bash a gun they've never owned, and be rude/insult people to make their point.
If I were Smith's marketing team, I'd be smiling every time I saw one of them come out of the woodwork. Seems to be only half a step behind Apple.
I've owned (and own) both brands. I like them all. If we want to talk reliability, however, the only gun I've ever had fail on me was a Smith revolver. The fact is, I no longer buy revolvers over the internet, and I do a thorough inspection on one -- even brand new -- before I hand over my money. It seems ALL brands have been cheapened in recent years...I wish I'd bought a couple Ruger 10/22s before they cheapened them, as well as Rem700s. T/C is not what it used to be IMHO. As the companies have consolidated/been bought out, the attention to quality is not what it used to be. I'll base my opinion and purchases on fact and inspection and not emotional attachment.
"and my impression is that for at least the past 15 years Smith's QC has been a shadow of its former self..."
IMHO, that could be bad, and it could be good. Stepping out of a shadow could be both."
Your reading comprehension is abysmal. Try again.
Smith QC being a shadow of its former self "could be bad, and could be good"? Since when was decreased QC a good thing in ANY setting?
As someone who has worked in marketing in the past, I can appreciate the kind of Smith fans that pop up on some of these threads. They will passionately defend their favorite brand, regardless of the evidence they are confronted with. It should only take a bit of searching on the Smith forums to turn up a host of significant QC issues, but true Smith fans will have none of this. They're operating on an emotional and not rational level...which is why they will bash a gun they've never owned, and be rude/insult people to make their point.
If I were Smith's marketing team, I'd be smiling every time I saw one of them come out of the woodwork. Seems to be only half a step behind Apple.
I've owned (and own) both brands. I like them all. If we want to talk reliability, however, the only gun I've ever had fail on me was a Smith revolver. The fact is, I no longer buy revolvers over the internet, and I do a thorough inspection on one -- even brand new -- before I hand over my money. It seems ALL brands have been cheapened in recent years...I wish I'd bought a couple Ruger 10/22s before they cheapened them, as well as Rem700s. T/C is not what it used to be IMHO. As the companies have consolidated/been bought out, the attention to quality is not what it used to be. I'll base my opinion and purchases on fact and inspection and not emotional attachment.
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glocktwotwo
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Wow kingabby. Not for nothing but when you buy a self defense weapon what do you think you would be shooting. Also in the state where I live you can't use an auto loading pistol for hunting. Glock is made for shooting people its used world wide for law enforcement and military amps. Sorry if you don't get but ya I bought my gun for self defense not for shooting puppies.