Taurus TX22 Compact Tabletop Review and Field Strip
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- 0:00 Taurus TX22 Compact Tabletop Review and Field Strip
0:21 In the Box
1:53 The Manual
3:58 Fit, Finish, & Features
11:00 A note on loading the magazines
11:56 Trigger Talk
12:47 Field Strip
17:04 In the Range Video
19:08 278!
19:49 Thank YOU Patrons!
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Think it's worth mentioning the lead engineer on this gun when asked if it was dry fire safe said "you can dry fire the heck out of it". The TX22 has to be dry fired to be disassembled, it does not hurt the gun to dry fire it. Taurus themselves will directly say this
When at worked at ye olde local gun shop, I saw more of these than any other .22 pistol walk out the door. Probably Taurus's best pistol. Very high value option.
I miscounted. After getting all of our videos back this was tabletop number 326! 326 Guns reviewed in this format! Thank you all for 8 years of support!
Thank *you* for all of your time and effort. I know these videos don't take 5 mins to throw together, and this is on top of your full-time job! Props to Teya for her time, effort, and support as well 😁👍🏽
"8 years in, let's keep going" one of my favorite GB Guns highlights!
If it's your 1st time here, stick around, and check out some older videos, it'll be well worth your time (man or woman)... that is if you're at all interested in learning about a particular firearm whose video title you tuned into. IMO, you will find a very comprehensive and unbiased and detailed and entertaining review.
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And onwards to an additional 326 and more!
I picked one up recently, disassembled and lubed it, then put about 150 rounds through it (several different brands of ammo) and it ran like a champ. I really like everything about this pistol. Good job Taurus!
Original TX22 is hands down the best ammo eating .22LR handgun on the market. Had one for several yrs now. Incredibly reliable.
I really enjoyed the hard work and effort you put into your videos and wanted you to know that they are enjoyable and useful.
Thank you.
Yes, thank you I appreciate it. I own one and I love it.
@@GBGunsmy TX22 does not Have Those Side Holes On the Slide 🤔
@@jimmysapien9961 You must have a different version.
I have the full size TX22, it is the best .22 semi pistol I've shot, it eats almost all the ammo I put in it with very few exceptions & has great ammo capacity for a 22 & is a much better pistol than the Glock 22 which I tried & had a very disappointing experience with, the Glock was very finicky with its ammo. The TX22 ate almost everything, I did experience some issues with lower velocity ammo but it still did ok with them. I love mine, it embarrassed the Glock & cost much less.
I agree, and the Taurus mags are easy to load. And the 18 round Promag mags for the Glock are horrible.
Can you tell me where to find steel magazines
Those plastic mags are horrible
@@SlowJamminJames well did you ever find out where to get steel mags?
@@jimmysapien9961 no I never found them alot of guys have interest the cheap mags are the reason i dont own the tx yet
When the tx22 originally came out I said, "Make this in 9mm and I'll buy 3."
I do have the GX4, but I'd buy 3 if the Gx4 had this visual appeal and feature base.
This looks to be nearly a "perfect" gun in terms of grip, texture, features, size, weight, etc....
It feels pretty darn good in hand!
Taurus has the TS9, but for some reason has never brought it to the USA.
Yes, as a fan of Bubbits designs I was hoping we'd get the Taurus (clone?/licensed?) version in the US, but Taurus USA tells me they won't bring it in because it would compete against other current offerings. Sorta like VW no bringing the Scirocco to the US because it would compete with theh GTI.
@@GBGuns I don't know if I entirely buy their explanation. The TS9 looks to me like definitely a higher echelon product than the G2/G3. Maybe they think that market segment is a tough nut to crack here (as it is). Maybe they'll Macro the GX4 instead, which wouldn't be too bad, either.
@@funkla65 As a guy who owns a BB6 , a Taurus TS9 was in my plans, bought a Tx22 and a competition version, and will get a compact soon, still waiting on TS9.
Bought mine 2 weeks ago and I'm in love! Threw on a 407k and haven't looked back since.
No plates right? I have a 507k waiting to go on mine.
@@pete4633 no plate just mounted right on top
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Sweet. Thanks man
@@pete4633 no problem !
I did same with mine! Put on a Holosun 407k Green Dot and looks Super Cool and Very Tactical!! Love the feel, size and features! Having a threaded barrel makes this fantastic little gun even more versatile! Hands down the Best bang for the buck,,Period!! 👍👍
It’s really a good looking gun
Like to see it in a 380 model
Thanks for all your videos
Love what ya doing
Definitely 😊
Just bought a compact today and my wife and I put a couple hundreds rounds of bulk Federal Champion 36 grain rounds through it with no issues. As new shooters we enjoy the reduced recoil and cheaper costs of ammo as we learn the basics.
22s are great for that!
The tx22 can be dry fired safely without snap caps
Yeah I directly contacted Taurus to confirm this. They do recommend snap caps, but I thinks that’s to mitigate any live ammo mistakes…they are covering their butts.
Just bought the no safety version a few days ago, waiting on the transfer. Looks like a 22 handgun that checks most of the boxes. Look forward to getting mine!
Bought this for my preteen daughter. She shot my TX22 well. This was a perfect fit.
Thanks for every review you have done over the 8 years. I've watched all of them and a few more than once. I own the full size, which is a great 22, hopefully the compact is just as good.
I'm admittedly very biased against budget guns, though there are some I enjoy. The full-sized TX22 definitely fills the fun category, I purchased one dirt cheap and drive it like a stolen car.
It's eminently reliable and if it ever does crap out, I'm only missing a Taurus and $200.
I own nice expensive guns, but I admit it's the cheapies I run the most.
So what if they get scratched or cracked? That should be Taurus' motto
Nicely done presentation 👏 👍😎
Thanks for the video
nice review man
Thank you
Flawless review video. Liked and subbed brother good video.
326 great videos and counting! That’s an interesting system by Taurus; a blowback where the barrel is easily removed for cleaning. Looking forward to the range video. 👍🏻
I agree. They've kept what .22lr needs to operate, but also made it user-friendly and takedown like a Bronwing action (sorta)
I picked up a TX22 a few months ago for plinking and introducing new shooters. A fun little pistol that’s accurate and comfortable to shoot. Loading the mags hasn’t been a problem, just observe the flip-flop. Supposedly they had a problem in early runs of the pistol with rifling out of alignment. Check for concentric grooves in the bore, not wobbled.
Good job so I enjoyed your review because I am looking at purchasing a Taurus TX22 compact
Thank you, this is only part of the review. There is a range video and a complete write up (see pinned comment).
Thank you for another great video 😁. We're strongly thinking of purchasing one of these pistols. 😁
We hope to have the range video in the next couple of weeks
We will wait for you're impression before making any purchase. We believe your videos to be the best handgun reviews on CZcams. 😁
@@lizzapaolia959 Thank you.
13:45 Spot on. Most people don't tell you this, but the bump forward is often necessary on new guns.
Thanks
I love mine
impressed with Taurus quality, and will add this to bullpen, however don't know if I am fan of open slide revealing barrel. I'm sure additional slide options down the road, same as G3C accepting Toro slide for red dot.
Hey Graham, watch for roll pins walking on this please.
They did on my standard TX22.
Happy shooting to both of you!
I do shoot with my left index finger on the front of the trigger guard I guess I'm in good company with JM and nutn fancy doing the same thing
My wife loves hers, me and her put 100 rounds of CCI mini mags with zero issues.
She was consistently hitting 10 inch reactive targets at 30 yards and can work the slide with absolute ease.
I recommend this firearm for anyone who can't work the slide on a 9.
I’m really happy with my TX22 and it performed well . A little upgrade like replacing the recoil spring assembly with lakeline llc buffered recoil spring and the difference is day and night . The only thing I’m concern about the compact is theres a little material left on the slide cut that show the barrel hood. Thats the only part holding the slide together . I’m not a gun engineer but thats how they design it . Thanks for the review and looking forward to see the shooting impression .
LOL There is no recoil.....
It def is not junk
@@brianharris4155 In that case you dont own a glock,,BIGGEST NOTHING BURGER, EXTREMELY OVERRATED PIECE OF SHIT EVER MADE,,PERIOD!!
@@stevesmith756 EXACTLY STEVE!! THAT GUY IS JUST A SNOBBY AHOLE WHO HASNT GOT A CLUE,, A WISE ASS!!
Thanks for the table top! I just wish gun laws in my country would at least allow these fun 22s to be had!!
Does the front piece of the the barrel on that gun come off so you can put the threaded part on and does the threaded part come with the gun.
Yeah, this would be great for the kids!
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Hello, thank you for making this video. it was extremely beginner friendly which is why I enjoyed watching it way more than other reviewers. I noticed you used snap caps for dry firing, is this required or can you dry fire without snap caps for the TX22 compact? I am a first time buyer and after much research I think I would like to go with the tx22 compact as my first firearm. As far as shooting, I heard that 22lr pistols can suffer for leading/fouling, I am not entirely sure if that is a big problem that I should consider when purchasing this firearm. What are your thoughts on leading and fouling? Thanks again. Really enjoyed the video.
Snap caps are always a good idea for dryfiring rimfire guns like a .22lr. "leading" is the result of shooting a lot of exposed-lead round, the lead scrapes off in the barrel. To avoid issues with that you can either clena your gun religously or stick to jacketed bullets. If you're unfamiliar with all the different types see our Shooting Impressions video: czcams.com/video/QAQwjl_gLTE/video.html Ammo pricing and availability can be found in our article: www.gbgunsdepot.com/post/taurus-tx22-compact
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I have a love/hate relationship with Taurus, mostly hate, due to multiple attempts to own and like one, but something always soured the experience. Thanks for reviewing this though! I suppose this could be a suitable "training" option, as long as it works.
what Tauri failed you ?
Taurus in the last 5ish years has become a very different company. Their new guns now have been quite thoroughly shown to be reliable. The GX4 and G3 have both turned out to be amazing guns. The TX22 is probably the best general use .22 on the market if you factor in the price. I'm not a huge Taurus fan, but it's worth acknowledging they have turned way around.
@@stoegerstewie8351 Taurus 856, PT111, and a G2C that had a catastrophic failure.
@@bower31AMEN TO THAT BROTHER!! OVER THE YEARS I'VE ADDED A TCP738 MICRO .380,, A G2C AND RECENTLY A TX22 COMPACT TO MY COLLECTION AND LOVE THEM ALL! THEYLL COMPETE HEAD TO HEAD WITH ANY OF THEIR HIGHER PRICED COMPETITION AND IN A LOT OF CASES KICK THEIR ASSES! THEYVE COME A LONG WAY BABY!!
I ❤️ 👍
Unfortunately, currently there is an issue of the GX4..... still EDC because it definitely works for me, couldn't be happier..... I wish the TX22 was a clone.....
Yes, some GX4s have been recalled, but not all: www.gbgunsdepot.com/post/taurus-safety-notice
Thanks GB. Great job. Good info. God bless.
LETS GO BRANDON
Well what happens when the front of the gun doesn't go back into place? I just bought it and took it down to oil it and I rack it and the barrel and front of the slide is totally out of position
When you gonna do a range video of it? Just bought one and I regret not getting a TX22 sooner.
Filmed it today, Patrons will likely have it tomorrow, then article, generalyputube release maybe in aweek or two
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I don't like the cut outs, but other than that it's pretty cool. Also, some of those 22 snap caps aren't actually for firing, some are just for loading practice, which is odd. I think the orange plastic ones are the ones for firing.
Weight reduction is vital to making a semi-auto .22 pistol with a slide reliable.
The cutouts are not only to aid in smooth, reliable functionality but also by nature makes this gun SUPER COOL AN VERY TACTICAL LOOKING IMO!!
Something odd, on your demonstration TX22 compact, the guide rod is sticking out too far. That does not seem normal. Other TX22 compact videos don't have that and my regular size TX22 does not have that either. So, I think it's not normal.
Good eyes !! I bought 2 of the compacts. One does stick out after assembling the other doesn’t not!! Something not right with that one like his in video
I have the full size TX22 and it’s a great pistol. But I don’t understand this in a compact. The grip is really chunky to be carried. If Taurus slimmed down the grip for the compact version it would be much much better to be carried
It might help if you put "Compact" in the title, was wondering why you'd review something that came out a few years ago lol
That aside, I kind of don't get the idea of a compact 22, for critters/plinking/learning the standard and comp models just seem like better choices
I'm okay with the thumb safety on the TX22's. It's nothing but a range/plinking gun for me so there's never any rush to get it into action. Definitely not a carry type firearm for me so the safety is no big deal and I just don't care.
Same. It's my only pistol with an external safety.
You might want to preload the mags, leave them for a day or two then disassemble and dry lube. It will make your live fire session happier.
Are they rough to load?
@@GBGuns My guess is that the springs are a little stiff and just need some time to compress. Also we have several TX-22 competitions in our league and some had mag problems due to feeding. Could be springs, could be bullets dragging. Don't know.
I avoided the situation with the procedure with my 7 mags and they are performing flawlessly. I used Tri Flow but I heard spray wax would work too. Keep saying these guns are good...for a Taurus, but they're just really good. Love your reviews!
Thanks for the tip, and for your support. We test guns as they come out of the box, but I'll mention your tip when we do the range video. This channel is about sharing knowledge!
@@dennisdeppner4131 do those shooters use the loading tool? Every feeding problem I've ever had with my TX22 was when I loaded while compressing the follower with the side tabs, allowing the rims to get out of the proper alternating left, right, left, right sequence. Doing all of the compression with loading tool prevents that, and loaded that way mine runs like a top on cheapo Remington Thunderbolts. I think every guntuber I've seen curse the TX22 mags was being a blockhead and not using the tool.
@@funkla65 I do use a Lakeline loader so I can see that being a factor as well. Don't know for the rest of the group. I'd say there are 6-8 TX's out of group of 30 but when problems occur we think it's the mags. I'm using CCI standard velocity lrn for the league and it works well.
I've read the thin aluminum slide develops cracks after a time because of a defect in the spring. Does the Lakeline rod and spring solve the problem, or can the spring can be modified or has Taurus itself remedied the issue? On the basis of numerous reviews and claims that Taurus had "improved their game," one of my early acquisitions was a G3, but I was unimpressed and sold it. I guess I'm a bit leery of Taurus. I think there are better guns for similar or slightly more money.
Can you tell me where to find steel magazines
Those plastic mags are horrible
They don't exist to my knowledge
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Anybody yet find a holster for the Taurus TX22 COMPACT?
Muddy River Tactical
Taurus makes one
Urban Carry has a nice one that fits.
What ever happened to TactiKitty?
She's still around, but now old enough to legally purchase a handgun so she doesn't do much jumping up on the work bench anymore. She does still help with photo shoots. www.gbgunsdepot.com/post/savior-equipment-specialist-bag-as-a-range-bag
@@GBGuns There she is! So stinking cute 🥰
@@wadewilson6135 Still full of personality, just less active these days. Her age sometimes catches up with her.
The Taurus TX22 magazines suck. The spring inside gets weak after time. The gun itself is reliable. I have a red dot and light on mine. I really like mine.
Why wouldn’t I recommend it for self defense 😂 if u get shot in the head with a .22 u will die or either b a vegetable 🥕
You could use it for SD of course, but it's not ideal. Rimfire ammo is just less reliable than center fire, for instance.
@@jshepard152 I seen center fire guns jam and my Tx22 shoots every round I only use cci
Shotgun barrels are the only barrels with chrome lining. They cannot chrome line a rifles barrel. It would reduce the ID of the bore and cause issues like bullets getting stuck. Then later the chrome would peal. So no chrome lining on a rifled barreled.
I'm afraid you're terribly misinformed. Rifle barrels have been chrome-lined for decades (eaver heard of the M16?). It is true that chrome lining adds material which then wears down, but as far as internal diameter, the barrels are machined with an allowance for the thickness chrome lining adds.
Every AK made abroad is chrome lined. One fifth of all small arms is AK. Let it sink in.
It's literally a basic rifle barrel coating, shotguns are almost never chrome lined. Chroming rifle barrels has been done since the 1950s
I have had SKS rifles, basically the forerunner to AK rifles, and they had chrome lined barrels.