Having shot my first real Steel Challenge Competition last year (with some medals), I’m on the lookout to improve the performance of my firearms for this style of shooting. For instance, my .22LR rifle was way too heavy and due to the lack of a proper handgun, I [Read More…]
I saw these posted on Facebook, written by Logan Alexander. He poses the question “What if Gun Companies were restaurants?”. Here is what he had to say about this short series. What If @TFB: What If Gun Companies Were Honest? (aka. The Video Where We [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop checks out the new optics-ready Taurus GX4 TORO. The original GX4 was a pretty good pistol, but it really needed an optics cut. The new TORO version is now compatible with multiple types of micro red dots out of the box, including J-Point, Shield, and Holosun 407K/507K [Read More…]
The newest iteration of Taurus’ successful GX4 micro-compact 9mm pistol is finally here. The Taurus GX4 T.O.R.O (Taurus Optics Ready Option) has just been announced. It will be compatible with many of the market’s most popular red dot sights and features a [Read More…]
One of my favorite pistol releases this year has been the surprisingly good Taurus GX4 micro-compact 9mm pistol. Although the pistol comes with already great factory sights, one of the first things I usually swap out on my pistols is the factory sights in favor of night [Read More…]
If any Taurus owners have money to spare, CAA now offers the MCK Micro Chassis for Taurus G2c, G3, and G3c pistols. The CAA MCK Micro chassis offers a large-format pistol form factor with brace functionality, along with storage for an extra magazine and flashlight [Read More…]
If you were thinking about picking up one of Taurus’ new GX4 pistols but thought the standard black finish was not exciting enough for you, then Taurus has some good news for you. The Taurus GX4 is now available in two new slide finishes – Tungsten and [Read More…]
Those of you who might have picked up one of the new Taurus GX4 micro-compact 9mm pistols are probably still looking for a suitable holster. Thankfully, a couple companies have unveiled their new offerings for the GX4 pistol. The new GX4 holster options include the [Read More…]
Taurus has just released what may very well be the most economical sub-compact 9mm pistol on the market so far. The Taurus GX4 is the company’s answer to similar pistols like the SIG P365, Springfield Hellcat, and Ruger MAX-9. I was sent a Taurus GX4 pistol a [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the new Taurus GX4. The GX4 is Taurus’ entry into the micro doublestack 9mm pistol market, with a standard magazine capacity of 11 rounds of 9mm in a package barely larger than a Glock 43. It’s also the first Taurus semi-auto handgun with no manual [Read More…]
When it comes to revolvers, my gun safe is like a “safe space.” I accept all kinds and everybody is welcome – even the big boys! One cartridge I do not have in my stable, but continually keep eyeing is the .460 Smith & Wesson Magnum cartridge (.460 [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the new Taurus Model 856 Defender and compares it to the venerable Model 85 snub, and James’ haggard old EAA Windicator. The 856 Defender boasts a full three-finger grip, a six-shot .38 Special cylinder, and a 3″ barrel, as well as factory tritium [Read More…]
Last year Taurus released their freshly updated G3C compact 9mm pistol. Being the successor of the G2C, the G3C (and by extension the G3) received some upgraded features and a new look. I reviewed the G3C upon release last year and if you want my review of the full [Read More…]
Taurus USA have introduced a new addition to their Raging Hunter series chambered in .460 S&W. The new hunting revolver will be available in a range of three barrel lengths, 8-3/8″, 6-3/4″ and 5-1/8″ and will come in two finishes – all [Read More…]
Hello and welcome to a special review edition of The Rimfire Report. This week we’re going to take a look at the recently released Taurus TX 22 Competition model. The TX 22 Competition is Taurus’s latest generation of the successful TX 22 that was released [Read More…]
Two of Brazil’s biggest firearms manufacturers have announced the formation of a partnership for the development of products and services. IMBEL and Taurus have signed a memorandum of understanding which opens the way for the development of new products, [Read More…]
The new Taurus TX22 Competition is an optics ready version of the original TX22. The TX22 Competition is built on the same lower as the original, but with an extended barrel and slide, along with an optics base. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the TX22 Competition and tests the new Bushnell [Read More…]
Viva Italia! Brazilian Law Enforcement agencies have ordered up to 159,000 units of Beretta’s APX striker-fired semi-automatic pistol. The pistol is going to be used by the National Public Security Force and the regional police forces of several of Brazil’s [Read More…]
Revolvers can be deployed for a multitude of applications from self-defense, target shooting, hunting, and simply for the pure enjoyment of firing them. A smaller niche that some sportsmen/sportswomen might be shopping for is pest control. We are swiftly approaching the [Read More…]
In 2005 the US Military went looking for a new handgun, and Taurus answered the call with the PT24/7 OSS Tactical. When the Joint Combat Pistol trial was abandoned, Taurus offered the OSS Tactical to the civilian market instead. The OSS Tactical was a suppressor-ready PT24/7 with an extended slide [Read More…]
TANDEMKROSS and Taurus have teamed up to bring Taurus handgun owners what I think to be a great upgrade for the budget-minded pistols. The TANDEMKROSS fiber optic front sight upgrade is compatible with a wide variety of Taurus handguns including the newer Taurus TX-22 [Read More…]
The Taurus TX22 has been a hit with rimfire shooters since its release back in 2019. TFBTV presenter Hop has also reviewed the TX22 and shared his thoughts on the 22LR 16 shot pistol. Taurus has now introduced the Viridian Essential Red Laser Sight for the TX22 which [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop revisits the Taurus G3C for a proper review. After a few more months and a few hundred more rounds, Hop asks if the G3C is accurate, reliable, and worth buying compared to other budget pistols. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop talks about the Taurus CT9 Carbine, Brazil’s answer to the HK UMP. Kinda. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star pages if you enjoy our program, and consider helping us at TFBTV out! We give away hundreds of dollars of [Read More…]
If you’re the type who’s in the market for a $200-$300 semi-automatic concealed carry option then you’ve likely shot or at the very least handled a Tuaurs G2c pistol. The Taurus G3c Compact 9mm pistol is the gun made to replace the G2c and it carries [Read More…]
The Taurus G3C is a successor to the G2C and PT111 G2 that incorporates the improvements from the full-size G3 pistol. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes the new G3C to the range to see how it handles. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star pages if [Read More…]
Taurus has just announced the release of its latest addition to the G-series of pistols which is by far their most popular series of defense/EDC pistols to date. The new G3c Compact 9mm pistol builds on the past success of the G-series of pistols by adding another [Read More…]
As Brazil’s Taurus Armas seeks to ensure its financial stability and expand its export sales they have announced a contract with Senegal’s security forces to provide 1,000 5.56x45mm T4 carbines and 200 9x19mm SMT9 submachine guns. While the value of the [Read More…]
It is Wednesday again and if you are in search of wheelguns you have come to the right place! Last week we took a look at the rather thunderous Raging Hunter .44 Magnum from Taurus so this week we are going to go in a completely different direction, and check out [Read More…]
When it comes to wheelguns bigger is better, right? Well, if Dirty Harry was in the conversation I am more than sure he would agree. This is why we love to handle and shoot big-bore revolvers every opportunity we get at TFB. Whether you are looking to do hunting, do [Read More…]