Best BUDGET 9MM Bang For Your Buck?...Taurus G3 TORO Quick Range Review!
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- Checking out the Taurus G3 TORO 9mm handgun. Still one of the best deals for a 9mm self-defense option? Range testing with some fmj and hp ammo.
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I have purchased 51 Taurus handguns, 40 years of shopping, they are good.
I used to have a Taurus PT145. It was almost identical in size to a Glock 26 but held 10+1 of 45 ACP.
I keep meaning to see if my local shop has a TH45 so I can check it out.
I use to have the PT145 too. I have to say it was my favorite Taurus pistol I have ever owned. Wish I kept it
That the best one, the one you used to have....lol
Why did you part with The Taurus.
@@johndoee3850 Taurus had recalls on them. They were not safe to shoot. They never made that model again
My G3/G3C's are two of the most reliable and accurate 9mm pistols that I own. They digest every ammo that I put through them with no qualms, I do like the manual thumb safety as I use it on all my pistols. The trigger is very easy to get used to and helps in its accuracy. Good choice.
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Do you run night sights for your G3 model ?
@@caintcatchme6497 I do on both of mine
@@Bluesky5553 can you tell me exactly which ones I’ve been trying to find some for my G3 model and I can’t find any and I heard that they take Glock night sights but idk exactly what Glock model night sights will fit my G3 model
Any truglo for glocks 17, 19 will fit. I put one cowitness Glock sight.
Love my G3. My first home protection/EDC since I left Law enforcement in 34 years ago when I carried a Taurus PT 92-AF. The PT92AF wasn't very reliable. But the G3 is awesome and I got my CCW permit using this in my training. Not a bad pistol for the money! Great video!
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Do you run any night sight on your G3 model ?
@@caintcatchme6497 I have a light/green dot laser from Amazon.
Why wasn't the PT92 reliable? Please explain.
@@highsecurityagent8778 Let me put it this way, in a life and death situation, the weapon failed me. Nothing more to explain.
I got the G3C and my family was so impressed, 6 of them bought it and one bought the G3. None of us have had any issues with them. Good quality gun for the money.
I've bought a G2c and the G3 think they're both reliable for the price point actually really enjoy the G3 trigger is better also just recently put Fiber Optic Sights on the G3 looks and performs outstanding it's my carry weapon to work and the G2c when I'm actually looking casually I'm in law enforcement and Taurus impressed me with these Pistols
My very first gun was the Taurus G3C to be honest I wanted a Glock or Sig and even looked at some 1911’s but with price in mind I reluctantly purchased the G3C but let me tell you it’s been great and I Love it I’ve put over 1500 rounds of various ammunition thru it without a single issue not One. My only complaints would be the thumb safety and barrel finish I’ve since polished my barrel. It’s a EDC gun for me and I trust it 100 percent of the time even though I now own gen 5 Glock 20 and a Glock 42 I still grab my G3C when I leave the house !! Just thought I’d share my experience with Taurus. I love your channel and I want to thank you for all the great test and information you share especially about Ammo God Bless
My wife trusts her life with a g2c she bought years ago even carries it in the mountains hiking and hunting I’m always with her with my 10mm but she feels safe with it and she’s a great shot with it I’ve carried it a few times in town for two legged critters it’s pretty handy
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A 9mm in the right spot is better than a shot missed with anything else. Good for her, more people should be like her.
I'm really happy with my G3C 40 S&W. Accurate and reliable. $250 a great deal.
Yessir
I have a G2C and just bought a G3. 800 rds through the G2C.....flawless. 250 rds through G3. Flawless. Just can't believe how good they feel. The grip on both is amazing. I would use either for a EDC without hesitation.
Have my G3C Toro going on 2 yrs now. Did a few upgrades and changed my trigger to a Keep Tinkering short stroke trigger to get rid of all that travel and its a joy to shoot.
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I love my G3 non toro. I installed a Lakeline 4.7” SS threaded barrel and a galloway precision 20pound captive recoil spring. Awesome shooter and 100% reliable. PSA had it on sale for $229.00 so I had to get it. 👍👍👍
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Hahahaha it's funny how none of these guys want to "torture" test their "good" guns. But as far as I'm concerned, my G3 has a couple thousand rounds through it and works perfectly. I like the second strike feature and the safety. The safety is essential. Don't think that gun can't be taken from you! A safety on will make the person that took it from you waste on average 10-18 seconds before they figure out how to make I shoot. Giving you time to press a knife attack to get your gun back. People often forget that. I prefer a safety and second strike capability for light primer strikes and also gun take aways.
Yeah, that's more a "problem" of having enough sense to know there's a difference between dragging a sub $300 gun through the gravel and a $1000+ gun through the gravel. Has nothing to do with worrying about either one of em failing. A manual thumb safety on something like this is absolute trash. I would never buy a striker fired gun like this with a manual safety if it weren't for RUclips.
You fantasize in your head wayyyyyyyyyyyy too much my dude.
I have one of these, two magazines came with it 300.00 great deal. Shot it last week an it feels great, just wanted some home protection along with my 870.
Same exact reason im purchasing. I have a 3 shot auto loader remington sportman but its not practical for home defense imo
Taurus not my flavor except for certain revolvers but a buddy of mine had a G3 and I did notice the slide was buttery smooth and a nice fit and finish
Congrats on the 51k Brother
Thank you sir!😎👊
in the last 4 years i bought 7 Taurus pistols and revolvers adding to my collection.all work flawlessly and accurately. two were g2s compacts 9mm. my son inlaw has one and loves it. Two or three times I've came close to buying one or two more g2s or g2c. not to saw g3 and g4 good or bad because ive not shot either of them. so far none of the Taurus products have let me down. i would like to shoot a g3 and g4 with my reloads. Papa wishing you well
I didn't know whether to call search and rescue, check the rest homes, or what 🤣. Been missing your content! Used to love the 3-4 videos a week and thought something happened to you. Glad to see you back!
Yeah. I've been getting strung out too.
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I have a g2c and absolutely love it 1000 plus rounds still going strong just picked up the th40 about 200 rounds threw that one
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Only Taurus' I've ever shot are my dad's revolvers. They make decent revolvers in my opinion vs what people say never been let down by them. I am a big ol' semi auto fanboy so this is very cool. I saw one a couple times I went to buy an M&P. Excellent video the grip on that handgun looks comfortable. Thanks! Not a huge fan of the 6lb trigger with all that pull myself, personally but that 17 round capacity sure is enticing.
I've always had good luck with taurus stuff.😎👍
Most people that talk smack about Taurus firearms have never actually fired or handled a newer Taurus , they are Talking about their experience with 1st generation Taurus firearms or they are just spewing info from other people that have no clue about real modern Taurus firearms ..
Most people that talk smack about Taurus firearms have never actually fired or handled a newer Taurus , they are Talking about their experience with 1st generation Taurus firearms or they are just spewing info from other people that have no clue about real modern Taurus firearms ..
One of the best pistols I own i have fired 1000s of 1000s of roinds through it and have never had a malfunction.
This is my very first 9 mm pistol which I purchased at the end of July, I have not had any issues with it since I got it. Another nice video Tools, thanks for sharing.
Thank you sir.😎👊
Taurus G3 is still the best bang for the buck carry and the newer TORO and threaded version are really nice too. Taurus revamped their Custmer service and built a new USA factory that has been putting out great pistols for several years now. Their TX 22 is killing it as well as the G series and the GX4. I believe are all made at that Bainbridge, Georgia USA plant.
Nice. I have a couple Taurus pistols and a revolver and they have always performed. My old PT111 millennium g2 has thousands of rounds and still kicking. It’s my “hot load” test gun and just fun range tool. I’d like to have this bigger size though. Good stuff as always 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
I have a G3 with a good light and red dot. That's my home protection/ nightstand gun. Been 100 % reliable.
I got a G3C as my second ever pistol, and I've been pretty happy with it. Had a bit of a problem with feeding, 'til I realized I was limp wristing; fixed my grip, fixed the issue. A bit snappy, but I hear all 9mm compacts are a bit snappy. Love that Taurus gave me 3 mags for my money, which was around $300.
A lot of people complain about Taurus, but my G3C is still a favorite of mine and it's one of my EDCs. Seeing this I might consider a full sized G3... but I think I'll get a Dagger first; I don't even have a Glock, let alone a clone yet.
Agreed with your sentiment at the end, I recently got my first 1911, of course in 45acp, and i have to admit it's been a lot more fun than the wonder 9s i usually shoot.
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Own a Taurus 380 and have enjoyed it. Had a model 85 3 inch years ago I traded on something, wish I had it back. With my limited experience using Taurus’s they’ve always ran fine. Thanks for the video Tools!
I think that's one of the main reasons I never get rid of guns. I know I'll end up regretting it down the line.😆
It uses Sig 226 mags and I carry one every day and own 5 of them no problems. Safety is real nice for a night stand gun. They sell it without the safety for people that don't like them.
I can't find a listing for this G3 TORO with no safety. They have other variations, but not the standard size G3 TORO.
Great video Tools I have the Taurus G3 and the Taurus G3C both run great Stay Safe Stay 2A Strong 🇺🇸
Thank you , my friend!😎👊
I have a 605 taurus toro. In 357 mag. And I love it. Has 3 inch barrel, and it's just the right size.
I agree with you. The thumb safety on striker fired guns aren't my cup of tea either. They belong on 1911s. My favorite Taurus is the PT 92. I've owned one and shot a friend's. Both were sure nuff tack drivers. Good one Tools. 👍👍👍👊😎
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Nice! Look forward to seeing different optics and stuff on it! :D Have a good weekend!
Thank you sir. You too!
I have a G3 & G3C. Both great guns. Amazing ergonomics and feel
Got a Taurus G2 in my rig at all times. Inexpensive, reliable, accurate! Makes a nice truck gun!
Nice shooting Tools! I got my G3 3 years ago, dual tone. Slide is a tan color with black frame, looks and shoots nice. I also installed a different barrel with DLC from Taurus. Stay strong my friend, we must support the 2A!
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Im so tired of the Taurus hate. At this point every firearms maker has issues and guns going back for warranty work. We cant all buy a Glock and spend another 400 bucks making it a good pistol 😂
I'm keeping an eye out for a TH45, but my local shop can't seem to get one in stock. Taurus makes cool stuff for the price... excited to see the G3 featured in the future!
I keep forgetting to see if my shop has one of those.😆
I want one of those too. I want to see more reviews of it and see what people say in the comments about the one they bought first tho.
@@kylejohnson1308Yeah it might make sense to wait and see if they got all the kinks worked out first. I had a TH40c for a while, and it was one of the easiest shooting 40s I've had. Need to see if my brother will sell it back to me...
@@CarolinaRimfire Yeah sometimes a new gun comes out and there's a prob with them and then they fix. Hell Sig uses their customers as beta testers for their new guns. Never buy a new Sig gun until it has been out a while.
@@kylejohnson1308 Yeah for sure man I wouldn't trust Sig with any of their new to market stuff at all. Not after all that 322 leading barrel garbage and the 365 striker issues etc. Taurus probably did a good job on this, but it's a brand new magazine pattern as far as I can tell, and I want to see some reports first before I go buy something that expensive in this economy lol
That Intro & ending why I chose 10 over 9.
Plink. "Dang it."
Plink. "Aw, come on, man. I'll show you!"
Plink, plink, plink, BOOM, plink, plink, plink...
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Always great to see the unboxing videos. Another new Tool added to the family. 😏. Dad gum boom-booms.😂. Very reliable with all those different types of ammo. Looking forward to the future torture tests. No excitement here either Tools. Nice little Taurus. Very informative good stuff. Be safe. 🇺🇸⭐️🍉🇺🇸⭐️
I love my Taurus G3. I have found it to be accurate, reliable and eats everything I feed it. I am thinking about getting a T.O.R.O. slide for it. Thanks for another great review and keep shooting brother 😊.
I love my g3 toro...longest pistol ive owned next to moms keltec p32
I’ll let you in on a little secret Tools if that pistol is like mine when the feed ramp gets dirty sometimes a hollow point will hang up in it. I take the barrel out and polish it it does great till it’s dirty again. I loaded some 95gr XTP’s I’m going to try and some 147gr to.
I've got a g2c and g2s. Both very reliable solid little 9mm guns
Manual Thumb Safety is good for holstering the weapon. You can then take it off.
Law enforcement has frequent negligent shootings when holstering their side arm.
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They've also been known to have negligent shootings with guns unholstered and in their hands.
They good little pistols. Taurus has good line of revolvers and Pistols. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and information about the Pistols.
Appreciate ya, brother.😎👊
Good shooting Tools looks like a pretty good gun good shots straight out of the box.
The mag release is reversible and you will find it's just a tad bit more accurate if you run 147 green out of it I think they're great little firearms and in case you were wondering you can get them without the thumb safety now they're optional thanks for the video I always enjoy your stuff
Unless I'm blind, you definitely can't get this without the manual safety. You can get xl, tactical, etc. but there is no listing for a standard G3 TORO without the thumb safety. All other models are not the same grip and barrel size combo.
Excellent tool, I really like the Taurus-G series, My mag release is ambidextrous, however, you have to take It apart to do It, I don't believe you will have any regrets with this tool, Taurus had some problems years ago, but they got it right in the G- series, Thanks Brian, have a safe & fun weekend!
Yessir. All of mine have been great guns. Enjoy your weekend, brother!😎👊
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Nice vid tools. The G3's trigger break is kind of far back. I've found if I hold it in my palm like most full size pistols I'll shoot to the left or low sometimes. I've started adjusting my hold so I put it in my right hand like normal and then rotate my hand slightly clockwise and grip it thet way. Then i dont pull it to the left any or very little. I use the restrike on that gun for practice in my house just sitting watching TV or whatever. Taurus says it is ok to do it without dummy rounds. Pull the trigger aiming at a light switch or something and watch the front sight to see if it holds on target. Try adjusting your hold snd see if your front sight moves when pulling the trigger twisting your hold a tad vs not twisting it and see how you do each way. Just an idea. Rock on brother.
You are a pretty good shot big buddy ! Better than me with a hand gun for certain .
My biggest problem is I shoot so many different guns that I can't keep track of POI between all of em😆
Only Taurus I own is the TX22 Compact, I do love that TX22c though.👍
TX22 is a great pistol.😎👍
Absolutely love my G3! Some of the smallest groups I ever shot was with my G3.
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Taurus ergos have always fit my hand really well
Yeah, especially the TX22 for me.
That's my favorite handgun the g 3 Shoots everything I put in it everything through it and it's accurate And trouble-free, how about your scattered Gun load.
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G3XL (long barrel, short grip) and G3X(short barrel, long grip) come without thumb safety. I think they removed the safety in G3 Tactical as well.
Yeah, makes no sense they don't make this size with no safety.
Nice and tidy review Tools...thanks.....I think the length of pull was a little short for you. Low left to high right is an indicator....that thing sure did run clean though!
Yeah, pretty much every pistol made has too short of a lop for me.😆
I'm not a Taurus fan from the old days, such as the PT111 Millennium, so I never bought another one Stay Safe 🙏🙏
I got one of the first g3s to ship in 2019. Back when they used proprietary sights and mec-gar mags. Mines been great over 2,000 rounds. Only issues i ever had was failures to lock back real early on.
I shot a G3 for the first time today. Nice trigger and extremely accurate. Actually more accurate than my PSA Dagger Glock 19 clone. Color me impressed. Think I'm gonna get the Toro version as the one I shot was not mine. It was box stock and I put the first rounds through it. Just a nice feeling/shooting 9mm !
Nice video Tools. I agree with your dislike of external safeties on not only this gun but all of them. Unless you practice with these things until it becomes natural to thumb the safety off it's going to get you in trouble. That's even if it's already off. It has to be 2nd nature. Doesn't do any good to pull your sidearm and pull the trigger and nothing happens because the safety is on. Theses are precious seconds you won't get back.
Be vigilant and always be safe my friend.
Amen! Thank you sir.😎👊
Thank you for the video. I had a G3 and it was a good pistol. {traded it for a CANIK RIVAL} And i have a G2c it is a good ccw. And i have a PT-92 AF. This one is my favorite TAURUS, It runs everything i put in it. And just for fun plinking i have a PT-22. So i would say i am a Taurus fan.
I have the original g3. I haven’t shot it yet. But I’m planning on taking it to the range I paid $286 plus tax for it brand new at my local pawnshop I subscribed.
My PT709 is still part of my EDC along with a g3x in a Walther PPQ M2 with a 5-inch barrel
I still have my 709 slim. Haven't taken it out in quite a while.
I still cc a 709 slim. I put night sights on mine and swapped in mcarbo springs and its pretty sweet now.
Another great video as always thanks! When I worked in a gun store for years I sold many many G2c and never had a customer bring one back or complain about it. Great tools. The G2c had plastic sights but the G3 has metal sights which are Glock compatible.
I like my G2C. I carry it everywhere in a iwb even cutting grass it will rust down here in the Deep South but it wipes off easily. I have dropped it coming in and out of the house and it takes a licking and keeps on ticking lol. I have not shot +p out of it yet or heavy grn ammo Nice tool sir and good shooting.
Love this tool. It's a great truck tool. I 100% agree about the safety. But for being so cheap mine shoots great
Yeah, I wouldn't feel bad about bangin this around at all.
I love my G3. It's always reliable and accurate. I did replace the front site with a hi viz green fiber optic sight. Very good pistol.
I have a g3c toro. I stuck to my guns (no pun intended) whe. I bought it, almost 1000 rounds through it. I have one of the budget-affected ones where it's ammo sensitive, but loves my hst 124gr +p ammo. It has aftermarket sight support that are compatible with glock 19s. However, aftermarket support otherwise is nothing when compared to sig, glock, or S&W
I have a G2c i paid $189 for 3 years ago and it lives in my toolbox. Its beat all to hell but it shoots just fine. Only cleaned occasionally by spraying with wd40. Hoping to see a 10mm by Taurus in my box soon
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I paid $169 at my LGS during his after Chrismas 2016 Sale for my G2C. It has roughly 6,000 rounds with no real issue. The trigger is a little spongy feeling and I had to add some shrink tubing to the trigger (to make it easier for me to fully disengage the trigger safety lever), but that was because of the way I grip a pistol.
I think he has the G3C now for $225.
Thx for the review 👍🌞 (not a Taurus guy - maybe TX 22) always good to have info 🎯 Carry on 🔫 🇺🇲
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The mag release is ambidextrous my lady gots hers set up for left hands she has a tech a clip for the left side too, definitely a good gun don’t torture it, A BEAST for the price thousand round not a single failure
Nice. Never had any trouble with my Taurus guns.😎👊
The Toro’s interesting. I have a PT111 G2, but I’ve been thinking about a G3C, but from what I can see there’s not a whole lot of difference. Mine runs everything I’ve put through it, so maybe I’ll just keep what I have.🤷♂️😄
If it aint broke, don't fix it.😎👊
Us 1911 military guys, like a thumb safety, lol, but agree not needed on strikers...my PT-111's don't have.
The PT-111's trigger ok, IF you can forget what a 1911 feels like...old dogs, like old tricks.
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I agree with your opinion of nines. There’s not much that can be done to them to make one stand out from the pack. Nothing new under the sun. Just more of the same. But that’s no reason to stop looking. 😁👍👊😎🇺🇸
And by the way... My g2c has never let me down. Never had a malfunction other than a bad round or two in three years. Even the bad rounds still go off on the next trigger pull just about every time!
As they say, one is none and two is one. I find the G3 works well and you can buy a couple at that low price. Put one in each room of the house.
I still have my g2c and and it runs flawlessly so much so that I still carry it for self defense from time to time ✌🔫🎯🇺🇸
Awesome videos as always! Hoping you can come across that TH45
I need to write myself a note to remember to look in my local shop next time and see if they have that.😆
@@ToolsandTargets ~~~ 😂 I do it myself every time so I can relate.
I just bought a G3 tactical that last week from Brownells for $299 before the 10% discount and $30 rebate from Taurus. $292 all in leaving my LGS
Great deal on em.😎👍
Aww man I’d love to see the ol pt 709 slim I have one also haven’t seen it in a while my wife took it over!!
I haven't taken it out in quite a while.
Well I think you are a very fine shot Tools. Not a bad new Taurus!
Thank you sir.😎👊
Good camera work ! Fun to watch ! Thanks -
I have carried a Taurus G2C for years with a thumb safety which I agree is totally worthless but I keep it in the fire position and I have carried it in my pocket and in a belt holster and the safety has never engaged by itself so I consider it a non issue.
Yeah, I would definitely leave it on fire.
Not a bad shooter. Runs everything you fed it👍🏻
Cool video thanks. Interesting to see how the gun will run.
Thank you sir.😎👊
Something to bang around but works well said my m@ps fn503 and sigs sit in safe except for rang day I have a g3 for night stand I carry a g2c and wife carries a g2s my daughter carries a spectrum we go to range monthly to stay current and check reliability.they are good well made reliable guns made for those on a budget or for a knock around gun
Good video - thank you . Informative and entertaining ! That’s it -
Thank you sir.😎👊
I have the G3. I like the thumb rest. Fits me great !!!
Thanks for the video !!!
I have learned to l like the 9 mm. I live in a Limited Firearm Zone, so it looks like I’m using a 9 mm carbine for deer season this year.
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@@ToolsandTargets 2 Shots, and only 1 Deer ??? I’m Better than That !!! 😅😂🤣🙂😊☺️
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I'm a huge Taurus fan. Then a year or two ago I found out they owned Heritage... Just madey day. I have a g2c and I've carried it on and off for a few years now. Thinking about upgrading to a Toro model soon. I'll probably go with the g3. I don't care for the way the others look. I like the style of the g2 and g3
All of mine have been great.😎👍
Thank you. Ive had good luck with Taurus
Same here.😎👍
I’ve had a few! All ran well!
Nice fun video. Got to love those boom booms!!
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Nice, Accurate Pistol Tools! Except For A High Round Count, Don't Torture Test It! Thanks For All That You Do Sir!
I love my g3 toro another great video thanks no trouble with any of mine
Thank you sir.😎👊
You might like the tactical model. It doesn’t have a manual safety. I love the tactical
Both my 9mm’s have adjustable rear sites
Being a long-time 1911 guy, thumb safeties are second nature. 👍
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Another great video review Tools, thank you for these.
I'm a member in good standing...in the TORI WARRIOR NATION...i knew you wanted to know that.
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@@ToolsandTargets PT-111's...both under $200.00. Never leave serious money on an evidence room with a case number tag on it. No matter the reason or outcome, that tool is toast.