The instructor of my CCW class came up with a makeshift trophy because my groups were so conspicuously better than the rest of the class. I have found the GX4 to be very accurate. Apparently, the GX4 is earning itself quite the reputation for accuracy at my favorite range. It runs reliably, racks smooth and easy, shoots nicely, and has a wonderful trigger that just gets better with use. The perfect wall, clean break, and short reset are a standard against which pistols of any price class should be judged. It's amazing to shoot various rental pistols costing multiples of what I paid for my little GX4 and come away still favoring my inexpensive little Taurus! With the exception of the full-size Beretta 9mm, I shoot better with that GX4 than I do with anything else. To have that in a gun that conceals so nicely is just amazing.
@@anthonymonroy7211SIG has recalls on the p320 and p365....so does every gun manufacturer. Everyone just picks on Taurus at the same time gives SIG and smith and Wesson passes.
Although I am not interested in the gun I watched the entire video because of the quality/informational content. You almost convinced me on getting one. Excellent! Thank you!
Bought the same gun today. Came with that backstrap, two eleven round mags, the takedown tool and even a free holster, which clips on my belt and feels great, (even seated). Under $400.00 for all and came in a hard case instead of a cardboard box. Have only shot one box of ammo through it so far and already love it. Knocking tin cans around at thirty yards. VERY accurate for such a small package. Shoots right where I point it. I don't have large hands and I find the smaller back strap that came on the gun perfectly fits my hand so not even going to try the thicker one. And yes, the trigger on mine is great too. I have an old G2C with the half inch take up that everyone knocks, and I have no problem hitting good with it either. It's not a bad trigger at all, just different due to the second-strike capability. Taurus has a winner with this one.
I've owned a single Taurus in my life, a PT-738 (aka TCP). Has never had a malfunction and has been on my person most days for a decade. So for me, owning a Taurus has been very positive.
I just found out they have a gx4 carry. Like the hellcat pro basically. I want one bad!!!!! Moving to Texas this week. Maybe for Christmas I'll get a new pew pew
I enjoy my gx4 as my first handgun I have loved it so much but I do agree I wish it was a little heavier to help with my aim but im happy to hear so much praise
the first 9 years of my career I worked as a mechanical designer and QC inspector....... I have plenty of time working in a tool and die shop too...... there is NOTHING cheap about taurus pistols.... they have quality injection molding..... drop forged slides and CNC machined with the latest equipment made.... they save money by smart manufacturing not cutting corners....... Bersa cuts corners, Ruger with their investment castings cuts corners..... people think Taurus is cheap is because they do what they do well and don't gouge the customer...... Glock for example makes one gun, if you can't get that right in as many years as they have been doing it in a butt simple gun then it can't be done and then they charge the hell out of you for it.....every manufacturer that comes out with a new product has to work the bugs out of the design and manufacturing... consider the 365 when it came out.... Taurus never went through a cheap period, they went through a period where they tried to innovate too fast..... they had tons of new guns coming and they had some bugs to work out, but I have had old Taurus guns too, and they were fine....... I have never had a Taurus Lemon... My Pt92 stainless will hold it's own against the Beretta.... (I do like Beretta) ... I had a smith and Wesson made PPK that was a jam o metic..... a Ruger that had broken sights, and holy cow the cheap ass aluminum castings that Bersa sold me broke and was just junk...... Taurus will hold up to any gun made and save you money.... and if you are worried about the finish on the GH3 slide get the stainless version..... thanks for the good review.......... BTW check this out..... ruclips.net/video/z3nmBiDiY64/видео.html
I have carried a lot of micro to compact pistols. The ergonomics and just flat out shootability of the GX4 combined with the size, weight and capacity can’t be beat in my opinion. I’ve changed the sights and dropped in a couple of Lakeline LLC parts, but in all honesty it was just fine from the factory and I probably could have saved that money.
I bout my GX4 over a year ago for use as my everyday conceal carry. I love it. I also converted it over to the GX4XL and put on a HoloSun sight on it. Yes, I know the HoloSun was about the same price as the GX4, but I figured I wasn't buying just a sight for the GX4, I can put this on any other micro pistol that will accept a red dot sight. I also ride motorcycles, and the size of this is perfect for putting into an IWB holster and it's comfortable when riding. I'm verry happy that my GX4 is not part of the recall, I've checked my serial number many times just to be sure. I love my GX4 and would buy it again.
I have a GX4 with a Holosun optic for CC with an OWB holster. During warm weather a carry a GX4 w/o an optic as a pocket carry. These are great pistols for the price. Accurate, dependable and easy on recoil for a small pistol.
I bought mine July 2021 and have put 9000 rounds through it. The trigger broke at 6000 rounds and Taurus replaced it for free. I carry all my CCW in soft holsters so they look brand new, no issues with wear marks. At the range I take the entire gun/ holster off to shoot then I put it back on with the gun in the holster. I started carrying my GX4 again to the gym but only load it with 6 in the magazine and one in the chamber. That is about the heaviest I can go while lifting and running on a treadmill. I figure that is pretty much the weight and capacity of a G43. I got a G42 and LCP max but want to get rid of them so I only need to buy 9mm for CCW.
Excellent excellent video !! Very thorough and informative Just picked one up today and looking forward to shooting it real soon Love your excitement about Taurus pistols I have the G2, G3C, PT92 and now the GX4. Never had any problems, ZERO, in all my years and thousands of rounds through them !!
If you have trigger issues with a dead trigger. Sear and striker surfaces bind up and causing issues. Dremel + fine polish compound to the mating surfaces (mirror finish) will fix the issue and also make wall much crisper. feed ramp doesn't need polish, but do it too to prevent any future feeding issues. also mirror finish the ammo slide ramp.
I bought a gx4 when first came out paid 369 tax an transfer fee was 400 dollars made better first edition example had recalls on them mine was not a recall got the bronze top gun prices have dropped will go up after election good video it is what it is good gun
I'm a firearms snob and own a few very expensive pistols. BUT...I love my GX4 and my G2c. Both have run almost without flaw and other than adding a Holosun sight to the GX4, have found no reason to really change anything. They hit above their weight class and if you're on the fence, buy one and you'll not be disappointed!
I regret selling my firearms. My first EDC was the EC9s then GX4 TORO. Sold both and got the 43x MOS. I should have kept them. For some reason I shot my GX4 better than my 43x. Unfortunately the recall gave me a mental block and deep down I cannot get over it to carry as my EDC.
Yeah. Same here. A long stretch of unemployment forced me to liquidate. And the current economy doesn't leave me breathing room to start up another chance of getting back up into that 12+ guns that I used to have. I will agree. A recall makes it hard to have faith again.
So far I like my Gx4.I was thinking about getting a smaller gun to replace my kel tec p3at and the gx4 fit just what I wanted.I looked at other micro nines but this one had a better feel.But I still carry my kel tec p3at
Mine has only about 800 rounds threw it but never had a issue I found with the 13 round mag full wouldn’t chamber correctly but if I have 12 in it not issues good review
I have the gx4 but have not shot it yet. I love the ergonomics! However, while dry firing and cycling my slide the firing pin/ striker assembly broke. I just got toro replacement slide and will have to test functionality. It was a bit disappointing to say the least
I seen an accuracy test with some high priced handguns. The G3 Tactical took second place. The Beretta 92FS won but not by much. I personally have a G3 and it’s very accurate. Great video has usual and I think you’re right about the bad press against Taurus. Thank you for what you do.
They didn't line the frame with steel. It just has an FCU made of stamped stainless like the P320/P250, Savage Stance/Honor Guard, Pico and a few others.
I got a PT111/G2C about 7yrs ago and the GX4 Toro about 2 yrs ago. I wish the GX4 had the double action trigger of my G2C. However I carry they both about the same amount. They are nice guns. It's not that they are less of a gun they just aren't over priced like a Glock..,
I’m sold on the GX4 models from Taurus! I have the original, Toro and now the Carry versions! Just wanted to mention that the carry has a 15 round magazine and it fits in all versions of the GX4 so buy them for self defense purposes! Yes they do hang below the bottom but who cares in a firefight!
Love the GX4. One of the best designed guns in my opinion. That finish is terrible though. It's almost like you have to include a Cerakote finish into the price. I've seen some places selling them already Cerakoted for almost the same price you can find them with the stock finish... so when I get one, I'm definitely going to get a Cerakoted one or will have it Cerakoted as soon as I get it. (and one good thing is that you don't have to feel bad about removing the factory finish, because it sucks anyways).
@@leonardpiskacsr.7111 Nice. Yeah, the Tungsten (Cerakote) finish is by far the best. Cerakote in general is one of the best finishes (coatings) of them all. It just has to be done right though. Have seen some seriously bad Cerakote jobs where is can be scraped off with a finger nail and even flakes of like snow when the gun is being fired. I believe that very soon we're going to see new finishes that make cerakote look like water color paint though.
Inexpensive doesn’t mean cheap. Every review I see commends this little 9mm yet everyone says “until you can afford an upgrade?!”For what ? It’s polymer and steel with a good design that shoots well. No shame in keeping it and I bet it can cycle 10000 rounds like any other higher priced 9mm. My reflex absolutely sucked! Nothing but issues and FN was no help at all! I’m seriously thinking about getting this one! Thanks for the review!
I can answer how many rounds before it malfunctions. I had a little over 6000 rounds before my firing pin melted down a few mm. My gun still fired but when I would shoot cheap ammo like Winchester white box I kept getting light primer strikes because of it. Truthfully if you buy a GX4 just go ahead and switch out the firing pin with the lakeline firing pin. If you don’t know how to replace just the pin they have a whole assembly you could buy. Besides that I’ve never had a issue with my GX4 it was even in the recall but before the recall was even announced I tried a hundred different methods to see if the gun would go off and it never did (I’m not a professional, I tried a bunch of unorthodox shit. You probably shouldn’t try it at home) so I never sent it. The firing pin has been the only issue
I own two GX4’s a regular one and a GX4 XL TORO .. Great little pistol I can pretty much afford any of the micro 9’s I will not own a SIG … S&W Shield Plus is basically the size of the G3C .. and honestly.. the Shield Plus didn’t impress me , at least the one I rented , the Hellcat … just didn’t feel right The GX4 is my most carried pistol.. I probably have close to 2K through it .. I had to stoppages.. One was with steel case ammo the other was ammo related.. a dud
I love my gx4 i want another one ✔️ It 2x's on the recall list not affected...you can bash taurus all you want ill take it over highpoint or a stick anyday ...shout out SPN
I don't think this is a gun to get until you can get a better gun. I have one and love it. Sure, I want a P365 and a Hellcat but that's just because I want them. It has nothing to do with replacing the GX4. It's a great little gun period.
I got one in September and after 50 rounds had to send it back for warranty repairs… and it’s still not working correctly, so it’s back at Taurus awaiting the 2nd round of repairs…
Taurus makes a great service to the American consumer. It works as a barrier to the absurd prices that renowned companies charge for their guns. If today there is already overpricing in so-called “top-notch” guns, imagine without companies like Taurus that deliver decent weapons and offer an option to the consumer at fair prices. Without Taurus, which has a significant share of the American market, these companies would be charging even more for the "name" stamped on the guns.
Personally, I Love My Taurus GX4 9mm. 650 rounds thru it Without a single negative issue from the firearm. One of the Best hand guns I ever owned, Period. Price be damned... I only use Stickyholster
Could you do a Vs. video of the GX4 vs. STR9SC I think this would be a great vs video and I can’t decide between the two. I need SPN to give me the knowledge lol😂Thanks in advance bro!!
To me Taurus is kinda like buying a Kia or a Nissan Versa. I certainly wouldn't be looking for an older well used one but if I was in the market for a new car that's not gonna break the bank and definitely get me to work on time, I'm in. Reliable yet nothing fancy I'm gonna worry about getting beaten up too much yet be perfectly confident putting 150k miles on without issue.
Not bragging at all here, but I have the means to buy pretty much any handgun for everyday carry I want,,,I chose this one, and do not regret it one bit, it wears good, performs outstanding and meets everyone of my expectations for everyday carry. I highly recommend!
@@moose9410 umm probably because I choose not to spend more money to have something that does the same as the Taurus,,it’s a long lost idea of being smart with your money, I don’t play into the “I carry a Sig or Glock” game,, heaven forbid if I ever need to use it the person on the other side of the barrel doesn’t give a rats ass if they are shot with a Sig or Glock or a Taurus
@@moose9410are you really gonna stereotype lower priced guns malfunction more than higher priced guns? Look up Sigs issues. Really my dude, know what you are talking about before you troll someone, most malfunctions occur due to ammo issue or user, not the weapon system, go to the range learn your weapon, learn the ammo that works in the weapon the best, and put the time in, know what to do if a malfunction does happen,,here’s a little secret, all weapons malfunction, not just lower priced ones, and that is an actual fact. Read your own comments on other post, the Glock one in particular!
@@Roosternurse I agree sig has issues too, I’m just saying a budget priced firearm will be more likely. I’ve owned Taurus g3c, g2c and full size g3c the full size gave me nothing but problems.
Yessir! It’s on the list. I usually wait a bit before buying a new release in case there are issues. I’ve learned my lesson too many times. Respect and thanks for watching
I've checked out hte GX4 carry at the stores. It's real nice. That trigger. I've been looking for something that compares with the trigger on the S&W Shield 2.0 Plus. And Taurus is gonna give them one hell of a run for their money, assuming that reliability and durability are there with the Carry. Tho, size may be a factor. It's got a carry sized grip. And the length of the GX4 XL. (Which is like... an inch longer than the original GX4?) That may not work for some, may be more desireable for others. But yeah, I've been wanting him to do a vid on it too. Understand and agree with his reasoning tho. He buys his.
Hey Bro! Love your videos, but I need your advice… I’m looking to purchase my 1st handgun, and I’ve narrowed it down to 3 guns. I am debating between the IWI Masada Slim, Springfield Hellcat Pro, & the M&P 2.0 Compact (3.6 inch)… what are your thoughts & which would you make your first handgun? Thanks bro
Great video SPN! I forget, do you have a shield plus 13+1? I can't wait to compare it to my Masada S, MC9, and G43x MOS. It's been hard to change from my G26 and G43x as my 2 main carry choices but, I'm thinking the shield plus might do it! I'm getting the optics ready version. (Gotta love layaway😂)
So do you think its safe to say the ones in the stores now dont have that recall problem? Wonder because i wantbto get this for my wife, she doesn't want any of my other firearms because there a little bigger size from compact to full size. So i figured this would be a great first firearm for her.
I really like this gun....BUT the mag release button can be accidentally pressed while it is holstered. In its present state, that makes the gun very unreliable. I carry it with an Alien Gear IWB holster in the right 4:00 position. IMHO, the button sticks out too far. On more than 1 occasion I had to reengage the mag, and once, the mag came completely out and landed on my car seat. I'm going to have to grind down the mag release button to make it more flush with the grip frame.
After 2k plus rounds and CCW in a couple of different holsters but I'm not seeing the wear & tear you mention. I have a photo but don't know how to upload here.
20 to 30 thousand rounds? Unless you're reviewing guns for rounds fired without problems, I don't think most people are ever going to fire that many rounds, if I'm like other folks. I've fired maybe 10,000 through my oldest gun which I bought in 1985. And I even think that's way too many. Anyway, thanks for the review of the GX4.
I love my Taurus GX4 and it has been very accurate. While I still consider my G2C to be my EDC, I enjoy carrying the GX4 and have been carrying it quite a bit lately. I have put night sights on both since I am generally carrying one or the other. Thanks for the video and keep shooting 👍😊.
There’s no reason to crap on Taurus anymore especially with the home runs they’ve had over the last 6 or 7 years! I don’t need a Gx4 or GS2 or 3 cause I’ve got a dozen other pistols in that class. But imo they make the best 22 semi auto in the TX22, the Judge I had was awesome and some of their newer revolvers seem good, hell the Raging Hunter was 2019 gun of the year!?! My Tracker in 44mag has been flawless. 🤷🏻♂️
The GX4 is one my EDC along with the sheild plus and 43X the GX4 is a good carry option for anyone I personally love mine Taurus has come a long way from what the use too be good reviews as always and how has your MC9 an FN Reflex been running and would you recommend them for carry operations?
How would you compare it to the shield plus? Been looking at something diff from my hellcat and 43x and have been looking at the smith cuz that trigger feels unreal but the gx4 has caught my eye as well
@@Draxzywill the Sheild Plus is a great gun it’s comes with a 10 and 13 round magazines and you can also get 15 round magazines the sheild has a great trigger and it comes with night sights and the grip is also great the GX4 comes with 11 and 13 round magazine the trigger is smooth also too both can be cancelled easily and the GX4 doesn’t come with night sights but both guns can be bought in optics ready over all like both no complaints as yet but I still need too do more range time with both.
Hey bro i was gonna get the taurus th40 but the aim sights was slipping off a guys gun and that wasnt safe i need something for concealmean i love taurus and i am a taurus LOL
Their G3 series is way better imo. I had a Gx4 and the mag would drop while I would shoot. I sent it in for repairs and it came back even worse. Had to get rid of it. I never had an issue with the G3 series though and put hundreds of rounds through both of my G3 C’s. Just my experience.
The same reason you modified your mom’s strap-on. I hate your question, because it sucked. There’s plenty of reasons. Tinkering, learning something new, wasting money, and ultimately, WHY NOT? Because they can, and some people build up to what works for them. I’ve modified 0.177 pellet pew-pews that are amazingly fun to see what you can get out of them. If you have to ask, you’re not smart enough to understand. Try harder next time.
Hop carried a Gx4 for a while. He’s a firearm “snob” and carried it. I wish Taurus would redo the pt145. Sub compact 10+1 45 acp. I carry shadow systems mr920 with a shadow comp… but Taurus has a niche.
Can someone please answer this for me because I haven’t gotten a 100% answer online. Is the Troy Coyote Tan / Bronze color a cerakote? I’ve seen a bunch of comments complaining about the wear & tare of the slide
Dude…what the hell WHY would you send it back just because it wouldn’t chamber a round right out of the box??😂 my god…bro….omg. Waste of time dude. Rack the slide, oil it, work on it. Don’t just send it back…ugh man I wish you would have asked around for some advice first.
The instructor of my CCW class came up with a makeshift trophy because my groups were so conspicuously better than the rest of the class. I have found the GX4 to be very accurate. Apparently, the GX4 is earning itself quite the reputation for accuracy at my favorite range. It runs reliably, racks smooth and easy, shoots nicely, and has a wonderful trigger that just gets better with use. The perfect wall, clean break, and short reset are a standard against which pistols of any price class should be judged. It's amazing to shoot various rental pistols costing multiples of what I paid for my little GX4 and come away still favoring my inexpensive little Taurus! With the exception of the full-size Beretta 9mm, I shoot better with that GX4 than I do with anything else. To have that in a gun that conceals so nicely is just amazing.
Have a taurus gx4 toro and love it.Have about 700 rounds in it and not one problem.Great videos SPN
Yes they run great, great design. Thanks man, respect!
I want to buy a Taurus gx4 but I keep hearing all this about recall
@@anthonymonroy7211SIG has recalls on the p320 and p365....so does every gun manufacturer. Everyone just picks on Taurus at the same time gives SIG and smith and Wesson passes.
@anthonymonroy7211 They fixed all the issues a couple of years ago. The sig p365 had a lot of the same issues at launch.
Although I am not interested in the gun I watched the entire video because of the quality/informational content. You almost convinced me on getting one. Excellent! Thank you!
Bought the same gun today. Came with that backstrap, two eleven round mags, the takedown tool and even a free holster, which clips on my belt and feels great, (even seated). Under $400.00 for all and came in a hard case instead of a cardboard box. Have only shot one box of ammo through it so far and already love it. Knocking tin cans around at thirty yards. VERY accurate for such a small package. Shoots right where I point it. I don't have large hands and I find the smaller back strap that came on the gun perfectly fits my hand so not even going to try the thicker one. And yes, the trigger on mine is great too. I have an old G2C with the half inch take up that everyone knocks, and I have no problem hitting good with it either. It's not a bad trigger at all, just different due to the second-strike capability. Taurus has a winner with this one.
Where did you buy to get a free holster with it?
I've owned a single Taurus in my life, a PT-738 (aka TCP). Has never had a malfunction and has been on my person most days for a decade. So for me, owning a Taurus has been very positive.
Don't own a GX4 yet but my G2C is very reliable. Never has any problems.
My buddy swears by his G2C! 👍
I just found out they have a gx4 carry. Like the hellcat pro basically. I want one bad!!!!! Moving to Texas this week. Maybe for Christmas I'll get a new pew pew
I was gonna get a second G2c in 40 but I want this in the carry version now
It's friggin slick
I enjoy my gx4 as my first handgun I have loved it so much but I do agree I wish it was a little heavier to help with my aim but im happy to hear so much praise
Just ordered my vedder holster. Thanks for making the video. It at least helped me find a holster I liked.
My g2c is "good 2 carry." Taurus has made great improvements in their firearms. Value and quality and reliability, dependability and affordability. 👍
the first 9 years of my career I worked as a mechanical designer and QC inspector....... I have plenty of time working in a tool and die shop too...... there is NOTHING cheap about taurus pistols.... they have quality injection molding..... drop forged slides and CNC machined with the latest equipment made.... they save money by smart manufacturing not cutting corners....... Bersa cuts corners, Ruger with their investment castings cuts corners..... people think Taurus is cheap is because they do what they do well and don't gouge the customer...... Glock for example makes one gun, if you can't get that right in as many years as they have been doing it in a butt simple gun then it can't be done and then they charge the hell out of you for it.....every manufacturer that comes out with a new product has to work the bugs out of the design and manufacturing... consider the 365 when it came out.... Taurus never went through a cheap period, they went through a period where they tried to innovate too fast..... they had tons of new guns coming and they had some bugs to work out, but I have had old Taurus guns too, and they were fine....... I have never had a Taurus Lemon... My Pt92 stainless will hold it's own against the Beretta.... (I do like Beretta) ... I had a smith and Wesson made PPK that was a jam o metic..... a Ruger that had broken sights, and holy cow the cheap ass aluminum castings that Bersa sold me broke and was just junk...... Taurus will hold up to any gun made and save you money.... and if you are worried about the finish on the GH3 slide get the stainless version..... thanks for the good review.......... BTW check this out..... ruclips.net/video/z3nmBiDiY64/видео.html
I have carried a lot of micro to compact pistols. The ergonomics and just flat out shootability of the GX4 combined with the size, weight and capacity can’t be beat in my opinion. I’ve changed the sights and dropped in a couple of Lakeline LLC parts, but in all honesty it was just fine from the factory and I probably could have saved that money.
Agree the grip texture is very nice.
I bout my GX4 over a year ago for use as my everyday conceal carry. I love it. I also converted it over to the GX4XL and put on a HoloSun sight on it. Yes, I know the HoloSun was about the same price as the GX4, but I figured I wasn't buying just a sight for the GX4, I can put this on any other micro pistol that will accept a red dot sight. I also ride motorcycles, and the size of this is perfect for putting into an IWB holster and it's comfortable when riding. I'm verry happy that my GX4 is not part of the recall, I've checked my serial number many times just to be sure. I love my GX4 and would buy it again.
I have a GX4 with a Holosun optic for CC with an OWB holster. During warm weather a carry a GX4 w/o an optic as a pocket carry. These are great pistols for the price. Accurate, dependable and easy on recoil for a small pistol.
I bought mine July 2021 and have put 9000 rounds through it. The trigger broke at 6000 rounds and Taurus replaced it for free. I carry all my CCW in soft holsters so they look brand new, no issues with wear marks. At the range I take the entire gun/ holster off to shoot then I put it back on with the gun in the holster. I started carrying my GX4 again to the gym but only load it with 6 in the magazine and one in the chamber. That is about the heaviest I can go while lifting and running on a treadmill. I figure that is pretty much the weight and capacity of a G43. I got a G42 and LCP max but want to get rid of them so I only need to buy 9mm for CCW.
LCP Max is for deep concealment. I wouldn’t get rid of it.
Im curious why you baby a tool like this? Its a firearm not a rose.
Excellent excellent video !!
Very thorough and informative
Just picked one up today and looking forward to shooting it real soon
Love your excitement about Taurus pistols
I have the G2, G3C, PT92 and now the GX4. Never had any problems, ZERO, in all my years and thousands of rounds through them !!
If you have trigger issues with a dead trigger. Sear and striker surfaces bind up and causing issues. Dremel + fine polish compound to the mating surfaces (mirror finish) will fix the issue and also make wall much crisper. feed ramp doesn't need polish, but do it too to prevent any future feeding issues. also mirror finish the ammo slide ramp.
I bought a gx4 when first came out paid 369 tax an transfer fee was 400 dollars made better first edition example had recalls on them mine was not a recall got the bronze top gun prices have dropped will go up after election good video it is what it is good gun
I'm a firearms snob and own a few very expensive pistols. BUT...I love my GX4 and my G2c. Both have run almost without flaw and other than adding a Holosun sight to the GX4, have found no reason to really change anything. They hit above their weight class and if you're on the fence, buy one and you'll not be disappointed!
I regret selling my firearms. My first EDC was the EC9s then GX4 TORO. Sold both and got the 43x MOS. I should have kept them. For some reason I shot my GX4 better than my 43x. Unfortunately the recall gave me a mental block and deep down I cannot get over it to carry as my EDC.
Yeah. Same here. A long stretch of unemployment forced me to liquidate. And the current economy doesn't leave me breathing room to start up another chance of getting back up into that 12+ guns that I used to have.
I will agree. A recall makes it hard to have faith again.
@@WarriorSoul357 I agree. I’m down to 6 now.
So far I like my Gx4.I was thinking about getting a smaller gun to replace my kel tec p3at and the gx4 fit just what I wanted.I looked at other micro nines but this one had a better feel.But I still carry my kel tec p3at
Don’t know if you seen my request on the Gc3 video, but thank you very much for this review! May just get it as my next pick up much love!
Mine has only about 800 rounds threw it but never had a issue I found with the 13 round mag full wouldn’t chamber correctly but if I have 12 in it not issues good review
I have the gx4 but have not shot it yet. I love the ergonomics! However, while dry firing and cycling my slide the firing pin/ striker assembly broke. I just got toro replacement slide and will have to test functionality. It was a bit disappointing to say the least
I got glocks m&ps everything and I use my midnight bronze Taurus g3 for home defense
Love mine and still carry when I need something smaller! Thanks for the vid!
Love the gx4! Very lightweight carry with high capacity. 🎉FJB 🎉
You realize this makes you a fascists right?
I seen an accuracy test with some high priced handguns. The G3 Tactical took second place. The Beretta 92FS won but not by much. I personally have a G3 and it’s very accurate. Great video has usual and I think you’re right about the bad press against Taurus. Thank you for what you do.
They didn't line the frame with steel. It just has an FCU made of stamped stainless like the P320/P250, Savage Stance/Honor Guard, Pico and a few others.
I got a PT111/G2C about 7yrs ago and the GX4 Toro about 2 yrs ago. I wish the GX4 had the double action trigger of my G2C. However I carry they both about the same amount. They are nice guns. It's not that they are less of a gun they just aren't over priced like a Glock..,
I sent mine in for the recall and it came back in like three weeks
I’m sold on the GX4 models from Taurus! I have the original, Toro and now the Carry versions! Just wanted to mention that the carry has a 15 round magazine and it fits in all versions of the GX4 so buy them for self defense purposes! Yes they do hang below the bottom but who cares in a firefight!
Love the GX4. One of the best designed guns in my opinion. That finish is terrible though. It's almost like you have to include a Cerakote finish into the price. I've seen some places selling them already Cerakoted for almost the same price you can find them with the stock finish... so when I get one, I'm definitely going to get a Cerakoted one or will have it Cerakoted as soon as I get it. (and one good thing is that you don't have to feel bad about removing the factory finish, because it sucks anyways).
Got mine in Tungsten....no issues with finish
@@leonardpiskacsr.7111 Nice. Yeah, the Tungsten (Cerakote) finish is by far the best. Cerakote in general is one of the best finishes (coatings) of them all. It just has to be done right though. Have seen some seriously bad Cerakote jobs where is can be scraped off with a finger nail and even flakes of like snow when the gun is being fired. I believe that very soon we're going to see new finishes that make cerakote look like water color paint though.
I would definitely pay more for a good finish myself
@@ericnorton9748 Yeah, it's a very important part of the gun and it's worth a couple extra bucks.
I've never really had a Taurus I know that they are getting better but at least for me you get a much better product in the Stoeger Str 9C!!
Fair enough! Respect
Inexpensive doesn’t mean cheap. Every review I see commends this little 9mm yet everyone says “until you can afford an upgrade?!”For what ? It’s polymer and steel with a good design that shoots well. No shame in keeping it and I bet it can cycle 10000 rounds like any other higher priced 9mm. My reflex absolutely sucked! Nothing but issues and FN was no help at all! I’m seriously thinking about getting this one! Thanks for the review!
Snagged the GX4 carry for $300! Shoots great! Insane value for the $!
This was my choice over the other pistol I considered, the shield plus. It's an excellent pistol in my experience.
I can answer how many rounds before it malfunctions. I had a little over 6000 rounds before my firing pin melted down a few mm. My gun still fired but when I would shoot cheap ammo like Winchester white box I kept getting light primer strikes because of it. Truthfully if you buy a GX4 just go ahead and switch out the firing pin with the lakeline firing pin. If you don’t know how to replace just the pin they have a whole assembly you could buy. Besides that I’ve never had a issue with my GX4 it was even in the recall but before the recall was even announced I tried a hundred different methods to see if the gun would go off and it never did (I’m not a professional, I tried a bunch of unorthodox shit. You probably shouldn’t try it at home) so I never sent it. The firing pin has been the only issue
Great review, one of my favorite EDC! Addition to my Glock 27!
I have one and straight up love it's my main EDC
Yeeeeeee🤙🏾
I love my Taurus 856 38 special 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Me too
I own two GX4’s a regular one and a GX4 XL TORO ..
Great little pistol
I can pretty much afford any of the micro 9’s
I will not own a SIG … S&W Shield Plus is basically the size of the G3C .. and honestly.. the Shield Plus didn’t impress me , at least the one I rented , the Hellcat … just didn’t feel right
The GX4 is my most carried pistol..
I probably have close to 2K through it .. I had to stoppages.. One was with steel case ammo the other was ammo related.. a dud
Outshooting staccatos. Really is mostly about skill. Youre just better?! Lol respect man. Inspiring me to train more. Keep up the awesome content
Not my main squeeze however, when I need a smaller carry it is the gx4. Love it
I love my gx4 i want another one ✔️ It 2x's on the recall list not affected...you can bash taurus all you want ill take it over highpoint or a stick anyday ...shout out SPN
I don't think this is a gun to get until you can get a better gun. I have one and love it. Sure, I want a P365 and a Hellcat but that's just because I want them. It has nothing to do with replacing the GX4. It's a great little gun period.
I got one in September and after 50 rounds had to send it back for warranty repairs… and it’s still not working correctly, so it’s back at Taurus awaiting the 2nd round of repairs…
Hey bro!! I gotta know where you got that 17 round magazine!! I found a 15 round mag, but that 17 is calling my name!! I need a link!! 🥺🥺
Taurus makes a great service to the American consumer. It works as a barrier to the absurd prices that renowned companies charge for their guns. If today there is already overpricing in so-called “top-notch” guns, imagine without companies like Taurus that deliver decent weapons and offer an option to the consumer at fair prices. Without Taurus, which has a significant share of the American market, these companies would be charging even more for the "name" stamped on the guns.
Personally, I Love My Taurus GX4 9mm. 650 rounds thru it Without a single negative issue from the firearm. One of the Best hand guns I ever owned, Period. Price be damned...
I only use Stickyholster
Could you do a Vs. video of the GX4 vs. STR9SC
I think this would be a great vs video and I can’t decide between the two. I need SPN to give me the knowledge lol😂Thanks in advance bro!!
To me Taurus is kinda like buying a Kia or a Nissan Versa. I certainly wouldn't be looking for an older well used one but if I was in the market for a new car that's not gonna break the bank and definitely get me to work on time, I'm in. Reliable yet nothing fancy I'm gonna worry about getting beaten up too much yet be perfectly confident putting 150k miles on without issue.
Not bragging at all here, but I have the means to buy pretty much any handgun for everyday carry I want,,,I chose this one, and do not regret it one bit, it wears good, performs outstanding and meets everyone of my expectations for everyday carry. I highly recommend!
Well you probably should have bought a Glock or an sig 😂 why would you pick a Taurus if you could have bought “any” gun you wanted?
@@moose9410 umm probably because I choose not to spend more money to have something that does the same as the Taurus,,it’s a long lost idea of being smart with your money, I don’t play into the “I carry a Sig or Glock” game,, heaven forbid if I ever need to use it the person on the other side of the barrel doesn’t give a rats ass if they are shot with a Sig or Glock or a Taurus
@@Roosternurse true…but cheaper guns are more likely to malfunction. It’s just a fact my guy
@@moose9410are you really gonna stereotype lower priced guns malfunction more than higher priced guns? Look up Sigs issues. Really my dude, know what you are talking about before you troll someone, most malfunctions occur due to ammo issue or user, not the weapon system, go to the range learn your weapon, learn the ammo that works in the weapon the best, and put the time in, know what to do if a malfunction does happen,,here’s a little secret, all weapons malfunction, not just lower priced ones, and that is an actual fact. Read your own comments on other post, the Glock one in particular!
@@Roosternurse I agree sig has issues too, I’m just saying a budget priced firearm will be more likely. I’ve owned Taurus g3c, g2c and full size g3c the full size gave me nothing but problems.
Will you be checking out the gx4 carry I would like a review on that?
Yessir! It’s on the list. I usually wait a bit before buying a new release in case there are issues. I’ve learned my lesson too many times. Respect and thanks for watching
@@spnfirearmsyeah, me too! 😂 😂😂
I've checked out hte GX4 carry at the stores. It's real nice. That trigger. I've been looking for something that compares with the trigger on the S&W Shield 2.0 Plus. And Taurus is gonna give them one hell of a run for their money, assuming that reliability and durability are there with the Carry.
Tho, size may be a factor. It's got a carry sized grip. And the length of the GX4 XL. (Which is like... an inch longer than the original GX4?) That may not work for some, may be more desireable for others.
But yeah, I've been wanting him to do a vid on it too. Understand and agree with his reasoning tho. He buys his.
Hey Bro! Love your videos, but I need your advice… I’m looking to purchase my 1st handgun, and I’ve narrowed it down to 3 guns. I am debating between the IWI Masada Slim, Springfield Hellcat Pro, & the M&P 2.0 Compact (3.6 inch)… what are your thoughts & which would you make your first handgun? Thanks bro
Great video SPN!
I forget, do you have a shield plus 13+1?
I can't wait to compare it to my Masada S, MC9, and G43x MOS.
It's been hard to change from my G26 and G43x as my 2 main carry choices but, I'm thinking the shield plus might do it! I'm getting the optics ready version. (Gotta love layaway😂)
The crazy thing is this video pops up for me now right after I just came back from the store looking at it
Your phone listens to you and the people talking around you. It will recommend you content about what you are talking about.
bravo concealment holster....your opinion
So do you think its safe to say the ones in the stores now dont have that recall problem? Wonder because i wantbto get this for my wife, she doesn't want any of my other firearms because there a little bigger size from compact to full size. So i figured this would be a great first firearm for her.
Keep doing ur thing informing us💯 long time subscriber, where do you reside @?
I really like this gun....BUT the mag release button can be accidentally pressed while it is holstered. In its present state, that makes the gun very unreliable. I carry it with an Alien Gear IWB holster in the right 4:00 position. IMHO, the button sticks out too far. On more than 1 occasion I had to reengage the mag, and once, the mag came completely out and landed on my car seat. I'm going to have to grind down the mag release button to make it more flush with the grip frame.
After 2k plus rounds and CCW in a couple of different holsters but I'm not seeing the wear & tear you mention.
I have a photo but don't know how to upload here.
20 to 30 thousand rounds? Unless you're reviewing guns for rounds fired without problems, I don't think most people are ever going to fire that many rounds, if I'm like other folks. I've fired maybe 10,000 through my oldest gun which I bought in 1985. And I even think that's way too many. Anyway, thanks for the review of the GX4.
I love my Taurus GX4 and it has been very accurate. While I still consider my G2C to be my EDC, I enjoy carrying the GX4 and have been carrying it quite a bit lately. I have put night sights on both since I am generally carrying one or the other. Thanks for the video and keep shooting 👍😊.
There’s no reason to crap on Taurus anymore especially with the home runs they’ve had over the last 6 or 7 years! I don’t need a Gx4 or GS2 or 3 cause I’ve got a dozen other pistols in that class. But imo they make the best 22 semi auto in the TX22, the Judge I had was awesome and some of their newer revolvers seem good, hell the Raging Hunter was 2019 gun of the year!?! My Tracker in 44mag has been flawless. 🤷🏻♂️
Bro! Which shop did you find it under 300$ I will order one tomorrow…??
Since you've covered the G3C and GX4 are you going to cover their XL variants?
Recently got my GX4, it was not part of the recall. Tested it to be sure. Had a few out of battery problems but i think its me holding it wrong
The GX4 is one my EDC along with the sheild plus and 43X the GX4 is a good carry option for anyone I personally love mine Taurus has come a long way from what the use too be good reviews as always and how has your MC9 an FN Reflex been running and would you recommend them for carry operations?
How would you compare it to the shield plus? Been looking at something diff from my hellcat and 43x and have been looking at the smith cuz that trigger feels unreal but the gx4 has caught my eye as well
@@Draxzywill the Sheild Plus is a great gun it’s comes with a 10 and 13 round magazines and you can also get 15 round magazines the sheild has a great trigger and it comes with night sights and the grip is also great the GX4 comes with 11 and 13 round magazine the trigger is smooth also too both can be cancelled easily and the GX4 doesn’t come with night sights but both guns can be bought in optics ready over all like both no complaints as yet but I still need too do more range time with both.
Hey bro i was gonna get the taurus th40 but the aim sights was slipping off a guys gun and that wasnt safe i need something for concealmean i love taurus and i am a taurus LOL
I bought a new one for my son-in-law, then I bought one for myself, a used one with laser for $265
There is a Gx4 carry model now 🤯
We love you spn
Is this for the Taurus gx4 or the holsters
Do you have a high point?
Seems to be an ok firearm, my mom got one then a week later we had to sent it in for the recall so she lost confidence in it
Their G3 series is way better imo. I had a Gx4 and the mag would drop while I would shoot. I sent it in for repairs and it came back even worse. Had to get rid of it. I never had an issue with the G3 series though and put hundreds of rounds through both of my G3 C’s. Just my experience.
Where did you find it for 240$?
Most gun guy’s especially the ones with money cant shoot for nothing lol glad you clowned them with a $250 pistol hahaha😅
If all your $5-$600 gun are so great why do you have to modify them so much?
The same reason you modified your mom’s strap-on. I hate your question, because it sucked. There’s plenty of reasons. Tinkering, learning something new, wasting money, and ultimately, WHY NOT? Because they can, and some people build up to what works for them. I’ve modified 0.177 pellet pew-pews that are amazingly fun to see what you can get out of them. If you have to ask, you’re not smart enough to understand. Try harder next time.
Personal presence you wanna do what you want
Hop carried a Gx4 for a while. He’s a firearm “snob” and carried it.
I wish Taurus would redo the pt145. Sub compact 10+1 45 acp.
I carry shadow systems mr920 with a shadow comp… but Taurus has a niche.
In a way I think I should have gotten the Gucci Glock aka Shadow System CR920 but instead opted for the 43x MOS. But economics got in the way
Curious about a review on the gx4 carry
What do you carry now ?
Good vid.
This trigger needs to be on the G3C
Can someone please answer this for me because I haven’t gotten a 100% answer online. Is the Troy Coyote Tan / Bronze color a cerakote?
I’ve seen a bunch of comments complaining about the wear & tare of the slide
Good gun i have one
I would see how it shoots compared the a Glock 26 .
Ok, what's a good pocket holster for the Smith & wesson 340pd revolver
I would check Vedder or Alabama holsters!
@@spnfirearms does the Alabama holsters have retention?
Like you, I love a gun with honest wear on the exterior. My Glock 32 got some holster wear early on in its life and it just looks so cool now!
Xl model knocks it out of the park
How does it do with hollow points?
Where did you get that for $240?
I got mine for $220 from a local pawn shop came with one magazine no box
Just bought one, and it wouldn’t chamber a round right out of the box sent it back to Taurus 4 weeks ago still waiting
Dude…what the hell WHY would you send it back just because it wouldn’t chamber a round right out of the box??😂 my god…bro….omg. Waste of time dude. Rack the slide, oil it, work on it. Don’t just send it back…ugh man I wish you would have asked around for some advice first.
Get it back yet?
Mine came with the back strap
Where do you live that you can get this gun for $240? I just picked one up for 375
Family Firearms has it today for $232
G3X better than Gx4 to me. Easier to shoot. Micro is nice tho.
Where did you find it for $240.00 ?thanks 😮
Family firearms has them today for $232
Got mine for $220 at a pawn shop
I say that’s a win a automatic Taurus 😂