I really wanted to like the Spectrum 380. I was really hyped for it when it was first announced because it seemed like the best 380 Pocket Pistol. It had the look, the features, and the feel of a winner, but then it got delayed only to be released plagued by light primer strikes.
I had hoped that Taurus would quickly recall the pistols, fix all the problems, and come out with a winner, but as far as I know none of that ever happened.
Ultimately, I chose to spend a bit more for a Ruger LCP 10th Anniversary Edition. $139 is still too much money to spend on an unreliable firearm, so unless Taurus has fixed the Spectrum without me ever hearing about it, (which is unlikely since I'm a regular on the Taurus Forums) I would spend a bit more on something else, including Taurus' previous 380 Pocket Pistol, the TCP-738, which I know from experience through my brother is a 100% reliable firearm.
That being said, if it has indeed been fixed, then please let me know, as I still love the look, features, and feel of the Spectrum 380, ergo I would be thrilled to get a reliable example for $139.