I love the Taurus G3C Great shooter! Big "Bang" for your $. I have had mine for about 1 year and have at least 1,000 rounds through it without any complaints. Great Truck weapon, wear it to work never worry about scratches etc. Good buy!
I have both theTaurus G3's the c, and the regular, they are good reliable guns. And between them I have shot about 400 rds. No issues, accurate enough for self defence, and easy on the wallet. The C is thicker than a SIG 365, so it is a wee harder to conceal, but not much. Veredict? Inexpesive, not CHEAP, reliable and accurate. You can buy with confidence!
Yesss! Ive Got the G3,3C & Now the G3X..They ALL Run GREAT! NOT CHEAP! The Others ARE Over Priced! I ( Was!) A Real Gun SNOB Untill I Tried G3...800 Rds Later? Got ALL Three... EDC Meat & Potatoes & RELIABLE! Enough Said God Bless...😊
G3C is a winner. Carry the Shield mainly, but the G3C is no less capable. They were just selling them at Cabelas for $229. Talk about a steal. Bought mine a way back for $279. Best buy I ever made in a pistol.
I have a pretty big collection, but I love the G2C in 40 SW. Perfect size! 10+1 capacity! The Sheild has 6 or 7 w/extension. Plus, it's slightly thicker and handles recoil a lot better. I use a Techniclip instead of a holster so I appreciate the thumb safety as well.
I like Taurus guns, still own a fee of them. When I first got the G2 I thought the trigger was broke at first 😅. But I got used to it and it was a damn good pistol. Never malfunction with any ammo, even steal case. I have Sigs, S&W, etc. but I carry my Taurus 605 revolver most times
I have a G3TORO and TX22 and they are both great weapons. I also have my eyes on the G3C . Taurus email information is awesome. Ruger & Glock email information is great too. Thanks for your video you did a great job.
@Drizo41 I have the G2c also. Its a great pistol. 600 rounds later of all kinds of ammo and still flawless and its accurate. Not bad for around a $200 pistol in 2018. It was a great tax refund buy. Never had any problems with the sights but I did thread lock the rear sight screws since it is metal screws on plastic that could work loose with wear.
I have recently purchased a new G3C from Bass Pro for $249. I loved the glove like fit to my hand, plus the inexpensive price lured me to this purchase. The first 50 rounds were enjoyable, with only one light strike. The next trip to the range resulted in 100% light strikes with CCI Blazer 124g and Remington 115g factory ammo, plus variations of my home loadings with Winchester and CCI primers, set at .002" below case head surface. All rounds fired with my friends Star Model 30, without glitches. I replaced the factory plastic striker assy. with the Lakeline LLC steel striker, with no improvements of light strikes. I then installed a Wolf Spring, Glock 15 1/2lb striker spring and resolved all light strikes, but did increase trigger pull. I then installed a M*Carbo trigger kit, with small improvements, but striker spring still at OEM 14lbb and light strikes. The barrel was scuffed more than should be for brand new, so I ordered a factory Taurus Black Barrel for $59 that improved lock-up and accuracy by about 50%, with Zero scuffing or shiney contact areas. Both magazines included were equipped with every employees fingerprints and smudges, the internals of the pistol were fouled and filthy from many test firings. In the end, I installed a Keep Tinkering flat face, SAO trigger for my preference and the result of 45% pre-travel eliminated, losing the trigger safety and double strike capability, again for my personal preference and 1911 habits. Final addition was a set of TruGlo fiber optic sights. Now I have a dependable, accurate, reliable pistol for carry piece, compared to the "Monday Gun" I received upon purchase. For the warranty/service topic; No, I didn't forget to call Taurus, plus send pictures upon initial purchase. My replies from Taurus were totally worthless, and failed to address the light strike, or wear issues. Thank goodness I am a life-long retired machinist, business owner, and federally licensed firearms sales and ammunition manufacturer, and simply smart enough to realize lacking of quality control. This is not to say all Taurus products are such; for I have a TX22 pistol that is flawless, other than feeding of certain truncated cone ammo. Taurus is a Budget manufacturer, so my expectations were not as would have compared to the Smith M&P or SIG 365; simply didn't expect such a gross negligence of product function.
First off I belive everything you have just told me. Nobody would have taken this much time to explain a fabricated story. With that being said you are the very first person I have heard of that had any significant reliability issues. I belive you have yourself a lemon and it happens. I just recently bought a 2023 Honda Civic which turned put to be a lemon. That is unheard of. They made it right. I am sorry to hear about your misfortune
Just snagged one for 195 bucks plus it comes with 30 dollar rebate so when all is said and done around 200 after shipping and transfer. It's my second one, super reliable and has second strike. Great little gun.
After about 1k rounds, my G3c rear sight was drifting. A little blue locktite and no further issues. Great pistol for the price. Like it so much I bought a TX22.
I have the G3, G3C, GX4XL ….the T.O.R.O models as well…unused the G3 to qualify on my CCW test …I’ve had mine for a couple of years and at least 2000 rounds each…neve an issue…I have changed my trigger on the G3C’s and all of them do have aftermarket barrels, Guide rod assemblies, new strikers and striker guides and springs…lol…I know what you’re gonna say….show me a Glock guy who hasn’t changed something on their Glock ….I own a few other makes and models S&W, SIG, Springfield, Canik etc etc…I only changed the trigger on the G3C because I didn’t like the restrike…I didn’t need it…it’s nice to practice your trigger squeeze with it …I know their history but in my opinion all of this is fixed and from G3 series to the newest GX4 Carry you can’t beat the quality and dependability of these pistols but as always…to each his/her own…I won’t berate or put down anyone for their choices…it’s all personal …anyone who does is trash…get ya one …it won’t disappoint
Picked up a new g3c yesterday with no thumb safety went to range today with fmj jhp and frangable Ammo ate it all no issues picked it up for 291 out the door so far love it so far all my Taurus are great guns like them better than my sig p365. I have the g2c the g3 the g2s a spectrum and now the g3c all reliable
I have a G3C and the only problem I have is loading rounds into the magazine. The first 7 go in easily however the last 5 are very difficult to put in because the spring is very strong. I use a loadings tool, that makes it easier.
Bought 3 of these at Rural King for $179. One for myself and 2 for gifts. This is a super nice gun for the money. I have the Springfield Armory Hellcat in Tungsten color and the Taurus is ever bit as good for almost 1/3 the cost.
I have the G3 and the G3c and they are inexpensive guns but not cheaply made by any means, surely they can last 10,000+ rounds with proper cleaning and maintenance. and the tennifer finish on top may discolor and get a scratch or two but thats no big deal at all, These are excellent firearms that shoot great and will last as long as any glock or other name brands
I have one of these and can say it has a lot going for it over Glock IMO lol nicer magazines, better stippling, better trigger, metal sights, less flimsy slide release, steel mag release, and believe it or not stiffer polymer lol I can visibly watch the grip of my Glock 20 flex when I squeeze it without a magazine inserted and the rail up front on the Glock is also flimsy flexible 😂
Glocks do what they do, but they are not as awesome as people make them out to be. This gun is proof that people are paying for the name. Thanks for watching
@@TerryBenton Glock mags have a polymer shell, but the internal piece which is the actual magazine is steel. And you are correct, those things just run and run forever.
@@matthewshelton9573 I never claimed the Taurus mags were better in functionality but they are definitely better fit and finish, and yes the Glock has a metal insert but if you notice the inside of the mag after disassembly for cleaning or any other reason you will see the seam in the back of the metal insert is not even welded but rather just pressed or interlocked together & more than likely the reason for the plastic IMO, the follower in the Taurus magazine also has less tendency to rock back and forth better fit than a Glock mag IMO but I’ve had zero issues with either and like both
Here's a hint - if you are law enforcement, OR security, they will default you to the G3C without the thumb safety. Got mine about a month ago, put 200 rounds through it so far, no jams, misfires or any type of failure. My current EDC.
I have the 1st gen g2. I've put over 1000 rounds through it with no hiccups. In fact I've ran the shittiest ammo ever made through it, no problem. My glock 19 had a few stovepipes running that same crappy ammo. It's a reliable gun for sure. I'm rockin a glock19x right now but I'll never get rid of the ole g2c. Definitely recommend it for anyone.
@jbird73 oh OK. I was wondering why you stop carrying the g2. You are smart enough to know that you must run a carry gun and it be 100 percent reliable. Just like the brakes on your car. 400 rds is good. I would never trust your life with the g19 that you said had malfunctions. I would trust the g19x that you have ran 400 rds through. Thanks again. I am glad you ha e 2 reliable Pistols you are happy with. Use the G19 as a range gun.
I have the G3 and I know he said it takes Glock sights but exactly which Glock sights ? Because I want to get night sights and i don’t know which Glock sight model the Taurus G3 takes
"Better than" a Glock? Not likely--on just the reliability and longevity issues alone. But if it's as good as a Glock in all other respects, and about half the price, then it's a winner. Like an earlier commenter said, inexpensive, not CHEAP, reliable and accurate. You can buy with confidence! For "better than", however, you should step up to the G3C TORO, like I just did (from a G2C). At $299 less $30 rebate, it's unbeatable (especially since I already have 15 and 17 round mags from my G2C).
TORO stands for Taurus optics ready option. It's the equivalent of Glock's MOS. It comes with 4 different plates for most common red dots. That's why I upgraded from my G2C. Even though I have a combo light/laser on it (like with all but my oldest pistols which won't accommodate one well), the red dot gives me extra confidence, and with my thick glasses, I need all the help I can get. @@TerryBenton
it is in price point and reliability. head to head the T G3c actually beats the Glock... tried to destroy both and they both come out on top.. if you have cash resale value Glock.. if you want price point and same reliability and resale value try the G3c.. In the end its stopping power... With the 40 or TH45 semi bigger frame but massive stopping power.. With the new advents in 9mm breaker rounds and hallow point tech still makes the 9mm relevant. in the end ill always main carry my 1911.. 45acp. but in a pinch the 9mm T G3c is my go to.
The G3 is but your right G3C isn’t. The G3 is an awesome weapon 7.2 inch in length . 15 & 17 rounds $ 350 taxes and background check for the G3TORO,that’s what I paid for mine. I belong to Taurus email and it’s amazing. Taurus keeps you informed about their products. Glock & Ruger also has great email information.
Much of the trash talk on Taurus is unjustified. I have had more problems with my Colts and Rugers than Taurus. My new one is made in the new Georgia plant and functions just fine. My latest Smith came with a bunch of bad functioning mags.
Great little budget gun? Yes. Better than a Glock? Hell No....not even close on any level. I actually own one that I use for doing malfunction drills, because I can count on it to constantly malfunction at least 3 or 4 times per 50-60 rounds. BTW..that long take-up is because of the silly "second strike" nonsense on the G3c. Anyone who has handled a lot of firearms, would be familiar with the same long take-up on the majority of SA/DA semi-autos....and the "restrike" is essentially a psedo DA function.
@@TerryBenton Actually, it's 100% correct... ALL SA/DA pistols will have a longer take up when fired SA. The first shot in DA is a long heaver pull with very little take-up... follow-up shots in SA will be lighter bu have longer take-up. Granted, some make/models may have less take-up...but they all have it. I've been an instructor and a smith for 3 decades...I know of what I speak. Now all that being said, there are some after market triggers for the Taurus G series pistols that will greatly reduce the excessive take-up...but the side effect is they will also eliminate the second strike (DA) capability.
It's about price point, more than anything they seem to be reliable at about half the price, that puts this as an option for alot of people that don't have the money for a glock.
Glocks are garbage. I've seen 2 of them blow apart. Not to mention it's like holding a 2x4 in your hand..glock is so basic compared to other manufacturers
@@TerryBenton that's your right, if you want to believe that. I found a design flaw in both the G2C and the G3C and sold both of them. It's something that could be easily redesigned by Taurus and would make the gun much better. As long as you use the right kind of ammo, you should be fine.
Taurus have been having recall issues since 1997, which is still happening in 2024 with some of their GX 4 pistols. Problem with Taurus? Their quality control is inconsistent and that's the price you pay when you buy their product. There's more than enough videos on CZcams about issues with the Taurus G3c. Rather buy a SAR, or Canik before buying a Taurus.
I am not a glock hater. I have a bunch of them. They are every bit as reliable and as good as a Glock. They are cheap polymer striker fired guns. Same as a Glock. However they are reliable.
I think It handles very well i own a G3c and it failed on me a few times and doesn’t feed hollow points they constantly get stuck in the feed ramp not even a 600 rounds through it I would not trust my life with a Taurus never cleaned my Glocks or Canik not one hiccup. But i will say I enjoy it at the range with practice ammo. I also know a handful of people with the same issue.
There are reports of even Glocks failing ... so I fail to see why the distrust .. I have owned and carried nothing but Taurus since the PT111 Millennium G2 and never once a failure ... even if one person has a bad experience with a product, that doesn't make the product bad
Opinions are like noses, everyone has one. But, here's what is bothersome about your presentation: (1) Showing viewers the gun is unloaded is a waste of their time since it's your responsibility to ensure the gun is safe BEFORE ever showing it; (2) Your opinion about gun safeties is selective and no one cares if you like safeties or not. Reviews are a plentiful and remarks to viewers subtract not add to your channel if they are disrespectful. But then again, who cares?
Actually he’s correct…your opinion is very condescending and shows a load of immaturity…99% of all videos about guns with safeties has the reviewer mention “ this has a safety, I hate safeties, but if you like one , that’s okay I’m just not a safety fan “ all he said was that he never uses it and YOu Tube requires you show the handgun unloaded and makes you clear and show before handling it or the video will be removed or they punish the reviewer in some ways…if you watch enough reviews you will also hear the reviewer mention that…some videos are grandfathered and those are okay to show take down and sight changing and additions or removal of certain parts or shoe modifications….that’s not allowed now…if you’re so bitter that you had to leave a comment like that you might as well just skilled the video and gone and washed your Ferrari and left us common folk alone…
I have a Taurus G3c... LOVE to shoot it (hundreds); love the way it feels. And accurate out of the box. BUT, it's persnickety with ammo. FMJs all day long, but it gets bitchy with JHPs. Initially I thought it was the grain, but NO, it seems to be shape of the phuqin tip - pointier the better. What is weird, tho, is that the FMJs are round AF, and I've never had a problem. I've found the ones it likes, so I'm good, but would love to hear what ya'll are using. Pew Pew!
I love the Taurus G3C Great shooter! Big "Bang" for your $. I have had mine for about 1 year and have at least 1,000 rounds through it without any complaints. Great Truck weapon, wear it to work never worry about scratches etc. Good buy!
I 100.percent agree. They are the best gun on the market for the price point
I have both theTaurus G3's the c, and the regular, they are good reliable guns. And between them I have shot about 400 rds. No issues, accurate enough for self defence, and easy on the wallet. The C is thicker than a SIG 365, so it is a wee harder to conceal, but not much. Veredict? Inexpesive, not CHEAP, reliable and accurate. You can buy with confidence!
I live these guns
Very reliable I edc my G3c
I like to call them properly priced I hate that word cheap or budget
@@TerryBentoni biggest complaint is the finish sucks. Scratches to easy but other than that its all good. I edc it or my 605 357.
Yesss! Ive Got the G3,3C & Now the G3X..They ALL Run GREAT! NOT CHEAP! The Others ARE Over Priced! I ( Was!) A Real Gun SNOB Untill I Tried G3...800 Rds Later? Got ALL Three... EDC Meat & Potatoes & RELIABLE! Enough Said God Bless...😊
For the finish use gun oil on the slide. Apply it with a microfiber towel. 👍
Sounds like a good idea
I have hade my taurus G3c for 2 years over 2 thousands down range not one malfunction a outstanding weapon
Good deal man
Bought a G3 and 3c, for a little under 500.. love them both! Never had a problem!
That is awesome
G3C is a winner. Carry the Shield mainly, but the G3C is no less capable. They were just selling them at Cabelas for $229. Talk about a steal. Bought mine a way back for $279. Best buy I ever made in a pistol.
I completely agree. What a bargain
I’m so glad I bought one. I have a Ruger SR9c but I love the G3c just as much as they are both an awesome pistol.
@danieldurette1641 I have never had the ruger but this taurus is a good gun. Thanks for watching
@@danieldurette1641 SR9C is a great pistol. Sold mine years ago and regret it. With a Shield 1.0 and the G3C, I would still give the Ruger the nod.
great point about the long initial trigger pull on using as an EDC. Good video
Thank you
I have a pretty big collection, but I love the G2C in 40 SW. Perfect size! 10+1 capacity! The Sheild has 6 or 7 w/extension. Plus, it's slightly thicker and handles recoil a lot better. I use a Techniclip instead of a holster so I appreciate the thumb safety as well.
That is pretty cool you use the clip
I like Taurus guns, still own a fee of them. When I first got the G2 I thought the trigger was broke at first 😅. But I got used to it and it was a damn good pistol. Never malfunction with any ammo, even steal case. I have Sigs, S&W, etc. but I carry my Taurus 605 revolver most times
I thought the same thing about the trigger at first. It turned out to be one of thr lost reliable Pistols i ever owned
I have a G3TORO and TX22 and they are both great weapons. I also have my eyes on the G3C . Taurus email information is awesome. Ruger & Glock email information is great too. Thanks for your video you did a great job.
Thank younfor watching
Nice looking pistol!
Yeah they are the most bang for the buck. Thanks for watching
Your my hero terry. I have a g2c in rotation they are amazing for the money
They are literally the most bang for the buck
@Drizo41 I have the G2c also. Its a great pistol. 600 rounds later of all kinds of ammo and still flawless and its accurate. Not bad for around a $200 pistol in 2018. It was a great tax refund buy. Never had any problems with the sights but I did thread lock the rear sight screws since it is metal screws on plastic that could work loose with wear.
I have recently purchased a new G3C from Bass Pro for $249. I loved the glove like fit to my hand, plus the inexpensive price lured me to this purchase. The first 50 rounds were enjoyable, with only one light strike. The next trip to the range resulted in 100% light strikes with CCI Blazer 124g and Remington 115g factory ammo, plus variations of my home loadings with Winchester and CCI primers, set at .002" below case head surface. All rounds fired with my friends Star Model 30, without glitches. I replaced the factory plastic striker assy. with the Lakeline LLC steel striker, with no improvements of light strikes. I then installed a Wolf Spring, Glock 15 1/2lb striker spring and resolved all light strikes, but did increase trigger pull. I then installed a M*Carbo trigger kit, with small improvements, but striker spring still at OEM 14lbb and light strikes. The barrel was scuffed more than should be for brand new, so I ordered a factory Taurus Black Barrel for $59 that improved lock-up and accuracy by about 50%, with Zero scuffing or shiney contact areas. Both magazines included were equipped with every employees fingerprints and smudges, the internals of the pistol were fouled and filthy from many test firings. In the end, I installed a Keep Tinkering flat face, SAO trigger for my preference and the result of 45% pre-travel eliminated, losing the trigger safety and double strike capability, again for my personal preference and 1911 habits. Final addition was a set of TruGlo fiber optic sights. Now I have a dependable, accurate, reliable pistol for carry piece, compared to the "Monday Gun" I received upon purchase. For the warranty/service topic; No, I didn't forget to call Taurus, plus send pictures upon initial purchase. My replies from Taurus were totally worthless, and failed to address the light strike, or wear issues. Thank goodness I am a life-long retired machinist, business owner, and federally licensed firearms sales and ammunition manufacturer, and simply smart enough to realize lacking of quality control. This is not to say all Taurus products are such; for I have a TX22 pistol that is flawless, other than feeding of certain truncated cone ammo. Taurus is a Budget manufacturer, so my expectations were not as would have compared to the Smith M&P or SIG 365; simply didn't expect such a gross negligence of product function.
First off I belive everything you have just told me. Nobody would have taken this much time to explain a fabricated story. With that being said you are the very first person I have heard of that had any significant reliability issues. I belive you have yourself a lemon and it happens. I just recently bought a 2023 Honda Civic which turned put to be a lemon. That is unheard of. They made it right. I am sorry to hear about your misfortune
Just snagged one for 195 bucks plus it comes with 30 dollar rebate so when all is said and done around 200 after shipping and transfer.
It's my second one, super reliable and has second strike. Great little gun.
That is a great deal! Congratulations
After about 1k rounds, my G3c rear sight was drifting. A little blue locktite and no further issues. Great pistol for the price. Like it so much I bought a TX22.
My sight was a little loose right out of the box on this one. I did the same thing
I have the G3, G3C, GX4XL ….the T.O.R.O models as well…unused the G3 to qualify on my CCW test …I’ve had mine for a couple of years and at least 2000 rounds each…neve an issue…I have changed my trigger on the G3C’s and all of them do have aftermarket barrels, Guide rod assemblies, new strikers and striker guides and springs…lol…I know what you’re gonna say….show me a Glock guy who hasn’t changed something on their Glock ….I own a few other makes and models S&W, SIG, Springfield, Canik etc etc…I only changed the trigger on the G3C because I didn’t like the restrike…I didn’t need it…it’s nice to practice your trigger squeeze with it …I know their history but in my opinion all of this is fixed and from G3 series to the newest GX4 Carry you can’t beat the quality and dependability of these pistols but as always…to each his/her own…I won’t berate or put down anyone for their choices…it’s all personal …anyone who does is trash…get ya one …it won’t disappoint
I agree with your entire fully. Thank you for watching
Great review. I subbed
Thank you
Picked up a new g3c yesterday with no thumb safety went to range today with fmj jhp and frangable Ammo ate it all no issues picked it up for 291 out the door so far love it so far all my Taurus are great guns like them better than my sig p365. I have the g2c the g3 the g2s a spectrum and now the g3c all reliable
I did not know they made them without a safety. That is pretty cool
My spectrum shot all ammo, my Ruger lcp not so much!
@HarleyBoy671 i have never had a spectrum but I do have an LCP. It os ammo dependent. ThankS for the input
This is a really good EDC
I agree
I just picked up one of these for black Friday. They had it marked down to 199 before tax. I feel like I got a good deal.
Yes. That was a good deal
Great deal i paid 289 3 years ago. Still thought it was a deal. 3 mags come with it. 199 i would of bought another.
Great gun! You gotta killer deal
Thanks guys, I thought it was. It's one of my carry guns now. I love it. Been good so far. I think I have about 300 rounds through it with no issues.
I have a G3C and the only problem I have is loading rounds into the magazine. The first 7 go in easily however the last 5 are very difficult to put in because the spring is very strong. I use a loadings tool, that makes it easier.
You have to do that with almost any double stack magazine. They are all hard to do with your hand
Uplula loader works great.
Like mine, just put a green front sight on it. Works best with 15/17 round mags
I like green. My eyes pick it up the best. Thanks for watching
If you're looking for alternative magazine you can also use sig Sauer p226/ p228 will work.... I know
I did not know that. Thank.you
@@TerryBentonbuy mecgar 18 round for sig there is after market mag sleeves that blend grip perfectly
I like having a safety. Taurus has the best safety. i'm a SW MP fan, hate their safety.
I do not mind the safety. It bothers some people
Great video! What would be the difference between the G2C? Thanks!
Front serrations and sites. The G3 also comes with 3 mags. That is the only difference. Thanks for watching
Bought 3 of these at Rural King for $179. One for myself and 2 for gifts. This is a super nice gun for the money. I have the Springfield Armory Hellcat in Tungsten color and the Taurus is ever bit as good for almost 1/3 the cost.
They are a good gun at a great price.
When was the sale??
That's a killer deal!
This gun is my edc. I've already fired more than a thousand rounds and no issues encountered. Great gun bros! 👏👏👏👏👏🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
It is absolutely a good gun
I have the G3 and the G3c and they are inexpensive guns but not cheaply made by any means, surely they can last 10,000+ rounds with proper cleaning and maintenance. and the tennifer finish on top may discolor and get a scratch or two but thats no big deal at all, These are excellent firearms that shoot great and will last as long as any glock or other name brands
I agree. The finish does suck but who cares
GREAT GUN, SMART CHOICE
It is a great gun. Thank you
@@TerryBenton no problem bruh I own a G3c, G2c, and G3
@@GUNSUPFUNDSUP6which one is your favorite
@@randyphillips6506 I edc my G3c sometimes just cause it was one of my first guns I got to carry and it looks the best tbh 🔥🫡
Very nice one ☝️
Thank you for watching
I tried it the other day. Was surprised how good the trigger is
They are pretty nice guns
G2c G3c are both fantastic. My preference is the TH9c. Cocked n locked is the way to go.
I ha e never had any experience with that one. Thank you for watching
I own the pt111g2 and I love that gun
It is the same gun. Good stuff
Mine is still going strong and very accurate.
@@johnmalatesta751 it will.last forever
1400 rounds thru my G3C with no failures of any kind.
Very nice. Keep shooting it. That is what they are for
I think it has a long pull so there is less chance of an accidental discharge in a stress confrontation.
Correct. I have always thought the same thing. Makes it a really good carry gun
Wonder if long pull required for multiple strike capability.
a perfectly fine and reliable gun
Yes it is. Thank you for watching
They make a 40....and it is my new favorite!
Oh wow
I have one of these and can say it has a lot going for it over Glock IMO lol nicer magazines, better stippling, better trigger, metal sights, less flimsy slide release, steel mag release, and believe it or not stiffer polymer lol I can visibly watch the grip of my Glock 20 flex when I squeeze it without a magazine inserted and the rail up front on the Glock is also flimsy flexible 😂
Glocks do what they do, but they are not as awesome as people make them out to be. This gun is proof that people are paying for the name. Thanks for watching
I love the G series too but to say they have better mags than glock is crazy. Glocks mags are some of the best in the business.
@@matthewshelton9573 they are metal. Glock mags.are plastic. But you are correct that Glock mags always seem to work
@@TerryBenton Glock mags have a polymer shell, but the internal piece which is the actual magazine is steel. And you are correct, those things just run and run forever.
@@matthewshelton9573 I never claimed the Taurus mags were better in functionality but they are definitely better fit and finish, and yes the Glock has a metal insert but if you notice the inside of the mag after disassembly for cleaning or any other reason you will see the seam in the back of the metal insert is not even welded but rather just pressed or interlocked together & more than likely the reason for the plastic IMO, the follower in the Taurus magazine also has less tendency to rock back and forth better fit than a Glock mag IMO but I’ve had zero issues with either and like both
i love it.. i got a toro (optic ready)
That is cool. Thanks for watching
Here's a hint - if you are law enforcement, OR security, they will default you to the G3C without the thumb safety. Got mine about a month ago, put 200 rounds through it so far, no jams, misfires or any type of failure. My current EDC.
I did not know they made them without a thumb safety. Good info. Thanks
@@TerryBenton NP - All the videos I see shows the model with the thumb safety, so.
Taurus makes similar models without the manual safety!!!
I've owned and carried my G3C been great I recommend it to anyone
I agree
Bought one Black Friday at Royal king. I also got the factory rebate. 186$😜
Great deal!!!!
are these snappy wanna get one for my lady ? Also is drop safe if it doesn’t have the safe trigger on it some people say there’s didn’t have it
They are drop safe. They are not any more snappy then any other 9mm. She will be fine
I have the 1st gen g2. I've put over 1000 rounds through it with no hiccups. In fact I've ran the shittiest ammo ever made through it, no problem. My glock 19 had a few stovepipes running that same crappy ammo.
It's a reliable gun for sure. I'm rockin a glock19x right now but I'll never get rid of the ole g2c. Definitely recommend it for anyone.
I also have a 19x has it ever gave you a hiccup?
@@TerryBenton got it last week. I've ran 400 rounds through it. No issues. Love it!
@jbird73 oh OK. I was wondering why you stop carrying the g2. You are smart enough to know that you must run a carry gun and it be 100 percent reliable. Just like the brakes on your car. 400 rds is good. I would never trust your life with the g19 that you said had malfunctions. I would trust the g19x that you have ran 400 rds through. Thanks again. I am glad you ha e 2 reliable Pistols you are happy with. Use the G19 as a range gun.
Yeah I got rid of that glock 19. It was just really bad ammo though.
@@jbird73 awesome man. Good deal
Def better than a glock, it actually loads and fires
Sure
Takes canik, p226, mags as well. Giant win for me right there. You will be surrounded by friends with those other guns for sure. So mags are a plenty.
That is awesome
They don’t take Glock mags.
@kodogg2437 thank you for catching that. They definitely do not
@@TrumonicTravthey take Glock sights though
Have a G2C, close 1000 rounds. No problems. Also, shoots everyting.
Correct. They shoot anything
I have the G3 and I know he said it takes Glock sights but exactly which Glock sights ? Because I want to get night sights and i don’t know which Glock sight model the Taurus G3 takes
Same as G19, g26, g17 etc.
@@TerryBenton ok thank you
Good quality reliable gun Taurus g3c and is priced properly all in all yes its better
I agree 100 percent
"Better than" a Glock? Not likely--on just the reliability and longevity issues alone. But if it's as good as a Glock in all other respects, and about half the price, then it's a winner. Like an earlier commenter said, inexpensive, not CHEAP, reliable and accurate. You can buy with confidence! For "better than", however, you should step up to the G3C TORO, like I just did (from a G2C). At $299 less $30 rebate, it's unbeatable (especially since I already have 15 and 17 round mags from my G2C).
What is the difference? I have not seen one of those
TORO stands for Taurus optics ready option. It's the equivalent of Glock's MOS. It comes with 4 different plates for most common red dots. That's why I upgraded from my G2C. Even though I have a combo light/laser on it (like with all but my oldest pistols which won't accommodate one well), the red dot gives me extra confidence, and with my thick glasses, I need all the help I can get. @@TerryBenton
@@richardefriend lol. I need the same help
In response to original post. Yes!
Lol
Just bought this bc I was bored. 230$ with rebate and FFL fee. Can't beat it.
It is a great buy
it is in price point and reliability. head to head the T G3c actually beats the Glock... tried to destroy both and they both come out on top.. if you have cash resale value Glock.. if you want price point and same reliability and resale value try the G3c.. In the end its stopping power... With the 40 or TH45 semi bigger frame but massive stopping power.. With the new advents in 9mm breaker rounds and hallow point tech still makes the 9mm relevant. in the end ill always main carry my 1911.. 45acp. but in a pinch the 9mm T G3c is my go to.
I think you are my favorite person that has commented
I have the same one
They are pretty awesome
If u need a good gun at a great price the g3c will fit that bill
Yes it does. ThankS for watching
Which is better this one or the gx4
Good idea
@@TerryBentonI was asking you
I have two.
Awesome. Thanks for watching
The g3c is not a ggod gun to copare to the glock 19. The glock 19 is bigger because tbe G3c is compact. Good review other than that.
I habe a video where I compare it to the G19 and the g26. You are right. Here is the link.
czcams.com/video/KgGPQNXykc8/video.html
The G3 is but your right G3C isn’t. The G3 is an awesome weapon 7.2 inch in length . 15 & 17 rounds $ 350 taxes and background check for the G3TORO,that’s what I paid for mine. I belong to Taurus email and it’s amazing. Taurus keeps you informed about their products. Glock & Ruger also has great email information.
Hands down far better than a Glock. Better trigger, better warrranty, and takes 18Round P226 magazines. Love Mine.
I cannot disagree. Thanks for watching
I got better performance with a lakeline barrel and slide spring on my g3c toro. Not bad
What was the issue that caused you to change thr barrel?
Much of the trash talk on Taurus is unjustified. I have had more problems with my Colts and Rugers than Taurus. My new one is made in the new Georgia plant and functions just fine. My latest Smith came with a bunch of bad functioning mags.
I do agree. The internet causes people.to believe anything. Example being the new Colt Python
Hands down a better trigger than a glock 43x.
I cannot disagree
La prenderò quanto prima, sarà la mia prima arma
Ty
Great little budget gun? Yes. Better than a Glock? Hell No....not even close on any level.
I actually own one that I use for doing malfunction drills, because I can count on it to constantly malfunction at least 3 or 4 times per 50-60 rounds.
BTW..that long take-up is because of the silly "second strike" nonsense on the G3c. Anyone who has handled a lot of firearms, would be familiar with the same long take-up on the majority of SA/DA semi-autos....and the "restrike" is essentially a psedo DA function.
Thatbis actually not correct. I habe sa/Da sigs. They are hammer fired
@@TerryBenton Actually, it's 100% correct...
ALL SA/DA pistols will have a longer take up when fired SA. The first shot in DA is a long heaver pull with very little take-up... follow-up shots in SA will be lighter bu have longer take-up. Granted, some make/models may have less take-up...but they all have it.
I've been an instructor and a smith for 3 decades...I know of what I speak.
Now all that being said, there are some after market triggers for the Taurus G series pistols that will greatly reduce the excessive take-up...but the side effect is they will also eliminate the second strike (DA) capability.
The question is the g3c better than a glock is beyond ridiculous.. 😅😂
Why is that ridiculous?
I know right? The Glock is not even in the same universe as the affordable Tarus G3C.
@@jaystrobel7862 correct
It's about price point, more than anything they seem to be reliable at about half the price, that puts this as an option for alot of people that don't have the money for a glock.
Glocks are garbage. I've seen 2 of them blow apart. Not to mention it's like holding a 2x4 in your hand..glock is so basic compared to other manufacturers
Umm, no it's not better than a Glock. Doesn't even come close. The Taurus is an ok gun for the money.
There is nothing better about a glock than this gun
@@TerryBenton that's your right, if you want to believe that. I found a design flaw in both the G2C and the G3C and sold both of them. It's something that could be easily redesigned by Taurus and would make the gun much better. As long as you use the right kind of ammo, you should be fine.
Hell no! Don’t be daft.
Right
Taurus have been having recall issues since 1997, which is still happening in 2024 with some of their GX 4 pistols. Problem with Taurus? Their quality control is inconsistent and that's the price you pay when you buy their product. There's more than enough videos on CZcams about issues with the Taurus G3c. Rather buy a SAR, or Canik before buying a Taurus.
Thanks for your opinion
Is the quality control better on the US made guns? I would think so.
Great gun wouldn’t trust my life with it not even close to being better than Glock. Glock haters will say anything it’s not reliable 😂😂
I am not a glock hater. I have a bunch of them. They are every bit as reliable and as good as a Glock. They are cheap polymer striker fired guns. Same as a Glock. However they are reliable.
I think It handles very well i own a G3c and it failed on me a few times and doesn’t feed hollow points they constantly get stuck in the feed ramp not even a 600 rounds through it I would not trust my life with a Taurus never cleaned my Glocks or Canik not one hiccup. But i will say I enjoy it at the range with practice ammo. I also know a handful of people with the same issue.
@@BK_Kleva_Sho gotcha
There are reports of even Glocks failing ... so I fail to see why the distrust .. I have owned and carried nothing but Taurus since the PT111 Millennium G2 and never once a failure ... even if one person has a bad experience with a product, that doesn't make the product bad
@@contactpq I agree
Great gun, terrible review
Well thanks for your input.
Absolutely not ♉️+HSTx🩸🐝=reliability 🧐🤣,never ♉️far better off a new/used SD9VE🪶👑and a 🛡+ hands down the best budget edc combo out
Ok
Opinions are like noses, everyone has one. But, here's what is bothersome about your presentation: (1) Showing viewers the gun is unloaded is a waste of their time since it's your responsibility to ensure the gun is safe BEFORE ever showing it; (2) Your opinion about gun safeties is selective and no one cares if you like safeties or not. Reviews are a plentiful and remarks to viewers subtract not add to your channel if they are disrespectful. But then again, who cares?
Please do not bother commenting. Your non educated opinion means nothing to me or anyone else
My opinion means everything to you. That is why you commented
Actually he’s correct…your opinion is very condescending and shows a load of immaturity…99% of all videos about guns with safeties has the reviewer mention “ this has a safety, I hate safeties, but if you like one , that’s okay I’m just not a safety fan “ all he said was that he never uses it and YOu Tube requires you show the handgun unloaded and makes you clear and show before handling it or the video will be removed or they punish the reviewer in some ways…if you watch enough reviews you will also hear the reviewer mention that…some videos are grandfathered and those are okay to show take down and sight changing and additions or removal of certain parts or shoe modifications….that’s not allowed now…if you’re so bitter that you had to leave a comment like that you might as well just skilled the video and gone and washed your Ferrari and left us common folk alone…
@rudyv6100 I like the way you think. Thank you for your comment, and thank you for watching
I have a Taurus G3c... LOVE to shoot it (hundreds); love the way it feels. And accurate out of the box. BUT, it's persnickety with ammo. FMJs all day long, but it gets bitchy with JHPs. Initially I thought it was the grain, but NO, it seems to be shape of the phuqin tip - pointier the better. What is weird, tho, is that the FMJs are round AF, and I've never had a problem. I've found the ones it likes, so I'm good, but would love to hear what ya'll are using. Pew Pew!
I just use FMJ at the range. My woman does use critical defense in hers. Itnis her EDC.
Which brand ammo do you use?
@@HajraUmmiof3 Hornady critical defense for carry