New Taurus TX22 Compact Unboxing & Initial Review

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[@thepeoplesupdates676]

Hey man I just got the Taurus g3 after watching yours and others videos on it and was wondering what the size difference is between the g3 and the tx22 compact? Thanks for all of your videos man keep it up

[@SlowJamminJames]

Can anyone tell me where to get steel magazines? Those plastic mags are horrible

[@harrygrimley4352]

That's a good looking weapon. Taurus has definitely made its name worthy again. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@2aEdu]

I agree! Thank you 👍

[@screamingwarhog]

I would have to disagree....but some of their stuffs nice some of it sill get you killed you carry it for protection

[@JeremyMcCreary-ib7wo]

I'm not sure on the older ones but I just got a new tx22 compact and wow that things amazes me , it has the 22 round clip, and it will eat any and everything. Shot 500 rounds the first day I got it, allot of those shots were as fast as I could pull the trigger, not even one hiccup. I've never had a 22 pistol to do that and I have the Ruger mark 4 , the old Browning Taurus knocked it way outta the park on this gun

[@LuckyDog350X]

I have had the full size TX22 almost since release and it has been dead reliable through almost 2,000 rds. So if that says anything about what Taurus is doing now as a company, this new compact should be equally as good. Thanks for sharing.

[@2aEdu]

Cool. No prob 👍

[@paulmoss7940]

You brought up a couple points not noted by others , Thanks 2A.

[@2aEdu]

No prob 👍

[@timcassaday3045]

I bought my first one February 15th of 2023. I love it. I also own a g2. good review.

[@BennyHill8844]

[@2aEdu]

👍

[@DonnieReno]

My TX22 Compact will be delivered to my FLL tomorrow 🤗

[@carmeloerodriguez7570]

Love my old TX 22, but also love my Kel Tec P17 in 22lr, my Kel Tec P17 load 15 rds and cost less than $250.

[@2aEdu]

I just bought a P17 👍

[@billsummy2412]

Very COOL , Im gonna have have to look into getting me one thank you pard .

[@stevenwagner9912]

I have a full size TX. I love it. Would like to put better sights sometime. No hurry. I like the3 dot it came with ok. I am left handed and shoot mostly left handed. I find the mag release to work fine as is. Just use my trigger finger to dump it. The ambi safety is a must though. I don't see the need for the compact for me. I have a PT22 if I want to carry a small 22. Nice overview of this pistol. I appreciate your work.

[@2aEdu]

Cool 👍 Thank you!

[@semlohde1]

I grabbed the 1st one at my local Academy. All the reviews of the TX22, they had to have it refined for this compact. I like the trigger, weight, grasp, sights are plain Jane but good nuff. The mag is interesting loading. I can take the mag slide down easily but the top of the mag, where we load it, seems tight, binding instead of a open metal mag. I have to say 4 jams in 300 rounds isn't giving me faith in it. Velocitor, stinger, minimag and aguila jam at the top of the chamber. That small feeder ramp needs to be at the top! Looking at the bullet angle to the barrel, it looks like it completely misses the ramp - but - as it slides forward the tip may dip. I don't know what it is, but ordered some of the 16rd mags from Taurus- maybe tried mags will work better. I have a box of Remington Golden bullets I was trying in my Ruger MK2 and they had 3 jams and one full explosion in less than 20 rounds. Blew powder in my face, completely blew the primer cap off the back of the shell. Very glad I didn't try them in my Compact. I have the rest of that 525 rd box, and 7-100 rd boxes. Hope they work better in something else! I read the TX22 had barrel problems in the beginning and Taurus got new barrels out. But my barrel is clean after shooting, everything is fun, it's light like you said, and you'll see ya can't slow fire it. But that jam, right at the top of the chamber, is irritating. Thanks for the review. Always fun. When you do take it to the range mention if you/compact have a preferred ammo.

[@WavyVaporizers]

Wouldn't blame the gun I'd blame your ammo. 22lr is very unreliable ammo It isn't the 22 gun that's a reliable piece of metal its the 22lr ammo that makes a 22 pistol unreliable

[@jtns2845]

nothing wrong with cci and aguila mentioned.

[@ZehrifiedTV]

How are you loading your mags? If you're pulling the follower all the way to the bottom (like many 22's), you most likely will get some jams. Since the TX mags are stagger-stacked, you have to load cartridges one at a time. They probably included a little black speed loader in the box when ya bought it. Takes a bit longer to load, but things line up and the gun should run well after that

[@jeffehlers9893]

I have the tx22. Dang going to have to get this. I’ll carry this. Ammo cheaper at the range.

[@onelineshirtcompany9754]

Always appreciate your videos, I'll have to check this out for plinking

[@2aEdu]

Thank you!

[@GarbageDeplorableBitterClinger]

I love my TX22, but I'm not sure I see the need for a compact 22. Though if I didn't already have the full size and was picking between the two it's possible that I could go with the compact I suppose.

[@eprohoda]

Good morning-superb unboxing,farewell!

[@2aEdu]

Thank you!

[@skowmi5681]

Just picked mine up a couple days ago. I think it’s a great value!

[@2aEdu]

👍

[@robertreedy414]

Great review. Like your channel! Subbed.!

[@2aEdu]

Thank you!

[@jerrychance2791]

Love it already...it's a must have and I'm going to get the Smith and Wesson 5.7

[@2aEdu]

Cool 👍 Make sure you checkout the Locals video too. I showed some cool stuff I can't here!

[@dr53love]

Thanks! Can't wait to get hands on...

[@2aEdu]

No prob 👍

[@BangBangBo]

Thank you man.. literally just wanted to know if it came with thread adapter. NJ makes you qualify to CCW, so I’m using a cheat code with a 22LR with this gun. After you pass, you can list a few others to carry.. Yes, I could train with better calibers (I’m decent with 9mm etc), but not cheap in NJ to do so. Try finding a backyard to plink in for free without having cops called on you..

[@B0N3ZNP3WZ]

I just got a TX22 compact over the weekend. Already have 400 rounds through it. I like it. Not in love, but it'll serve its role. Test a Swampfox optic on it! I like Swampfox!

[@paulcarlin5181]

Anything that you are not fond of? I am debating picking one up.

[@B0N3ZNP3WZ]

@Paul Carlin the hump on the back of the grip. The finger groove. But it points well, fits my hands, decent. Runs great! Buy it, you won't be disappointed.

[@tylo20]

​@@B0N3ZNP3WZ. Where did u purchase?

[@B0N3ZNP3WZ]

@@tylo20 Local range named Range 54, in Wichita KS.

[@Bullwinkle4133]

I have all 3 Tx22 just waiting for my compact to arrive it comes with a riton red dot which I’m happy about paid 375 for a complete setup new.

[@milesrost6674]

Danka from the North Woods of Wisco

[@jordansuarez7556]

Try the Cylee Cat an use 704 Tact code which I think is Cat15 an try that Rmsc red or green dot!! I wanna get one for my TX22 compact off Amazon , I have a Cylee Wolfo which is RMR an is great... but just a suggestion boss!!! Keep up the great vids!!!

[@2aEdu]

I ordered one. Thanks. It is 704cat15 I also have an amazon link in the description.

[@ZehrifiedTV]

I received an email from Taurus earlier this week: they're releasing the Taurus TS9 (basically the TX22 chambered in 9mm) in the United States!! Have you ever shot that pistol?

[@2aEdu]

I have known about the TS9 for years. As far as I know it is not yet avail in the USA. But hopefully soon... per their recent announcement.

[@nespolo6210]

If taurus could make a TH series off that design. It would be nice.

[@steven3379]

Well if it works as well as the original TX22, it should be a great addition!

[@2aEdu]

I agree! I will take it to the range soon.

[@epps1217]

I'm interested in this one. Never cared much for the original one and the hump. Don't like the holes in the slide.

[@joemedic710]

Great vid! Would you mine doing a long term video on the barrel? I have replace 2 on my tx22.

[@2aEdu]

When the weather gets a little better, I plan to run a bunch of rounds through it.

[@FragoutDesign]

i got two of these at the shop waiting for my magic. theyre so light lol

[@2aEdu]

Cool! I would like you to do a slide for me when you get a chance. Let me know when you think you might have the time.

[@DennysPlantBasedJourney]

most definitely going to pick one up

[@2aEdu]

👍

[@whittler3358]

I have tx 22,,, don’t see a reason to go smaller,,, love this guns ergos,, other than OR,,?,,I’ll stick with full size,, great work sit!

[@2aEdu]

Thank you!

[@RJM1011]

Good looking .22 😊👍

[@2aEdu]

Thanks!

[@YouTalkinToMeBro]

Good review as usual. I just got full size. I like the option of the optic cut on the compact and those slide cuts do look cool. I just wonder if they may be a garbage collector. I also like the sights, ejection port, the larger grip, the higher capacity mags on the 4 inch model. It is a pretty sharp looking pistol though. Good job Taurus!

[@2aEdu]

Thank you!

[@swhedge71]

Liked the review! Looking to get this CC for my wife and daughter in these troubled times. Please try it with the recommended Riton 3 Tactix MPRD that comes mounted from the factory version. (see their website) or whichever optic you choose. Really interested in a follow up review! Subbed! Cheers from Texas!

[@2aEdu]

Thank you. I did a follow-up video on Locals as well. I do a bunch of extra content there. I am going to try the Cyelee Cat first, that seemed to be the most requested so far. I also am curious about the riton as well.

[@michaelgodeaux1647]

Great video.

[@2aEdu]

Thanks!

[@destroyingdadxx2274]

Hi, can you do an update on your TH9C? Do you still have it and have you had any issues with it? Thanks

[@michaelrenouf3501]

Hey 2a Edu. I really like the comparison vids you do. Just a quick question. Does the compact slide fit on the regular tx22 frame?

[@2aEdu]

The video showing all that is linked in the pinned comment. 👍

[@2aEdu]

Edit. Sorry, lol. I thought you asked the other way. I have not tried that yet. But will do a short follow-up video on Locals soon.

[@Yahweh-Chase-Bella]

Those are some decent size hands my friend 😅 maybe it's the camera lol. For a 22 think the standard and competition were more than enough for this gun

[@jerryplesko9521]

I have the full size tx22 I have tandem cross hig sights open and i can change from open to small circle range sights works great very good sights Tandem cross has flat triggers.check Tandem cross out if you haven't yet

[@xolamtimde8333]

Very beautiful

[@PastorDaveSwaim]

I’m just about to buy my first handgun, and I’m trying to choose between the TX 22 compact and competition. You have both now. Any suggestions for a newbie on the best starting place? I figure the competition would shoot flatter with less recoil, but the compact would be easier to carry.

[@Bullwinkle4133]

Buy both lol

[@2aEdu]

It is up to you. Neither will have any noticeable recoil. I would probably suggest the compact to start with. Check the link in the pinned comment to my Locals post on this gun. I did a follow-up video there, and also a link to a good deal on the compact.

[@PastorDaveSwaim]

@@2aEdu Thanks - I will start with the compact, and check out that link.

[@HammersOverStrikers]

Just bought mine. Its beautiful but man is the finish bad and already starting to wear😢. Cant complain for the price point. Cant wait to ruuuuun this thing.

[@jordansuarez7556]

I just picked mine up yesterday at Rual King got it for 299 beans an love it ...jus wondering do u oil it up or do u just run it right out the box just wondering??

[@2aEdu]

I will disassemble, look everything over, then oil it before shooting.

[@paulcarlin5181]

Clean it first and very light oil. Run CCI Mini Mags 40 grain. Taurus recommends the guns to be cleaned first. Through 600 shots of my OG TX-22, no jams, etc with CCI 40 grain. I have had three out of 150 of Aguila 40 grain.

[@SIGP365]

The only thing that I do not like about this pistol is the manual safety. I wonder if Taurus will ever make them without manual safety?

[@2aEdu]

I don't know. They have a no manual safety version of the regular Tx 22.

[@oo7-ro6bu]

Looks good

[@tomclark6966]

2A Edu What belt and holster do you use. I'm a big guy and it is hard to find a belt and get holster to fit and feel good.

[@danvalentine]

Are you sure those magazines are BOTH 13 rounds? One is received like I see in your video is flush and the other one sticks out. I think one is 10 round and the other is 13. Can you let me know on this. The label on my box says 2 x 13 but they are different lengths.

[@2aEdu]

Yes, I am sure. Both of mine are 13. I would call Taurus if I were you

[@scottsmith4710]

2A, did you pick that up at shot show? 👍

[@2aEdu]

No. I didn't go to SHOT

[@GunSam]

Got to love buying handguns in MI lol (sarcasm). All the hassle and driving to agencies with that agency copy bs. Taurus is an interesting company, excellent pistols but iffy revolvers.

[@2aEdu]

It sucks buying pistols here. I am late doing this video partially because I was delayed a few days with NICS. I have a CPL, which as you know does not exempt us from background checks anymore. SMH!

[@GunSam]

@@2aEdu I used to love it when that was a thing. One time the gun store system was down and it was a Sunday, nearly everyone had to set aside their purchases, but with the CPL they let me do it. I have yet to be delayed after 15 years of buying at stores myself. Jinx maybe. Plan to go Monday and look at a .22 handgun of some sort, haven't decided what I want yet.

[@2aEdu]

@@GunSam Yep, I had similar as well. I had never been delayed until the C Flu 19 hit. Now it happens every time. My LGS told me it is now up tp 60% delays. More than half! It is getting worse every day. Goodluck 👍👍

[@virgiljohnson4260]

HOW can you even keep track of the daily changes in yutube policies????

[@2aEdu]

I keep up the best I can, but their goal is where nobody can know all the policies.

[@ru2yaz33]

A little thick for a small 22lr (similar thickness of a glock 26).

[@2aEdu]

I wish the grip was smaller too.

[@jeffehlers9893]

Imagine it with a gold barrel.

[@paulcarlin5181]

Do you think this would be adequate for pocket carry like I do my GX4?

[@2aEdu]

No, probably not. It is quite a bit larger than the GX4

[@ou81271000]

check out rugers lcp model in 22lr. made specially for pocket carry

[@BladeObssession]

I've been considering getting a TX22 but then saw this but I have big hands so would you recommend this or the standard one?

[@2aEdu]

The standard or competition would prob be better if y9ou have large hands. . Checkout my other video on my Locals page if you are interested in seeing more of both. The link is in the pinned comment.

[@BladeObssession]

@@2aEdu Ok I appreciate it.

[@BladeObssession]

@@2aEdu I still like the look of the new compact. I think I'll wait until I can pick one up to make up my mind. Good thing is I'm not in a rush.

[@dannyp2267]

@@BladeObssession I just got one and gave out 360 flawless rounds through it with 5 different kinds of ammo. The have XL hands and it fits me fine. I think the ergonomics of the grip help. I like the hump of the grip. I was actually surprised it fit my hands. Hope this helps if still thinking about it.

[@jtns2845]

ruger sr22 is a proven platform. it comes with ten round mags as standard, which some of us sadly need. i’ve happily put well over 10k rounds through my sr22.

[@fattigla]

I shot a friend's sr22 and loved the pistol, except I didn't like how the safety decocker worked. I wanted something that could be used as a teaching pistol for my kids, and I didn't want them to get used to using a safety that was opposite of most other pistols. For me or an experienced shooter it wouldn't matter. He said his sr22 was very reliable and he carried it for ccw

[@JustinDavito]

Glock sights! :)

[@duchman99backup51]

I wish ,,nice 👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🤝🇺🇲👍👍

[@JustinDavito]

I want me wife to carry this! :)

[@380master9]

Brother why don't you just go with a Ruger LCP compact or LCP max very good guns I know they shoot the extreme penetrator ammunition very well

[@2aEdu]

I already have a LCP Max .380, which I really like. I will be reviewing it here soon. But that has absolutely nothing to do with this gun. Completely dif concepts and uses. lol

[@paulcarlin5181]

@@2aEdu What would you recommend for a first timer and smaller person? Between the LCP Max .380 and TX-22 Compact? As far as recoil and handing go? Want to introduce my step daughter to shooting.

[@brenttuttle7268]

At least for my hands....the TX22 ergonomics are better than any of the G models....I own several.

[@jaydee5156]

I had zero interest in the TX22. The TX22 Compact has my attention. I just may need another .22.

[@YU5CF-sv2cq]

I like it o yes really nice .thx for posting this gum👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@2aEdu]

No prob 👍

[@liquiddw2]

Bro you're late! I thought you'd be first for this one,l!😭

[@2aEdu]

Ok 🙄 Tell Taurus that if you want. I reviewed as quickly as I could.

[@nolagospeltracts8264]

I'll take a pass on this one. I like the original because of the 17 round mags and I don't plan on carrying a 22LR as my EDC so no need for a compact.

[@2aEdu]

I hear you. I think the full size is 16 rd mags though.

[@markolmstead2739]

I wouldn't risk my life with a Taurus if they were giving them away! When I first got into shooting I went through two of them they literally fell apart every time I tried to shoot them! Between the two of them they went back to the Factory 4 times!

[@2aEdu]

lol

[@linksrat]

No kidding, 2 of them 'literally fell apart?' Every time you shot them no less. And then back to the factory 4x too! Hmmm.............SMH

[@djsipp4743]

It's ugly 🤣 I will stick with my G3 and G2c

[@2aEdu]

Ok 👍

[@armedstoner4206]

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