Have 2 P17’s. My wife and I are quite pleased with them. I did install Traction Grips on both. It definitely improved the purchase. You did comment about 22lr for EDC. Here’s my take on that. First, 17 rounds is a ton on ammo without having to reload. My most important observation is 22lr ammo is very inexpensive. So a shooter can afford to become extremely proficient with the P17. Putting shots on target is the key. I’d like to hear comments about my thoughts. Cheers.
@TiberiousGib8 ай бұрын
Dope
@sherlock18958 ай бұрын
@@TiberiousGib I was rather hoping for responsible comments. Cheers!
@karendunning55946 ай бұрын
@@sherlock1895 If a 22 strike isn't going to stop somebody, a 9mil hit in the same spot isn't going to stop them either. That simple. Greg Ellefritz's Ohio law enforcement database proves this. Ambgun does a great job going through this data at kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYOWhXuAjJqmo7Msi=O5Hk-kVQmEyqXh90
@Leggobrandon40bang4 ай бұрын
I edc the p17 and a 9mm. It's a great backup gun in case my 9 jams.
@paulcallaway71 Жыл бұрын
Taurus has been having good press in recent years so I took the plunge and bought the TX22 Compact. I figure if it's a dud then at least I didn't drop a lot of cash on it. That said, it's turned into one of my favorite guns to shoot. I think the ergonomics are great and it feels really comfortable to shoot. And so far I've had zero failures.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
That’s a fun one for sure
@jimh5276 ай бұрын
The P-17 is a great gun. Training or otherwise. Won me over.
@TiberiousGib6 ай бұрын
🤘🤘🤘
@cp300blackout4 Жыл бұрын
Good video . These little 22 LR are really underestimated, in the study "An Alternate Look at Handgun Stopping Power" the 22LR is among the 3 most lethal calibers (within the data of that study), of course, it was the third least capable of stopping the opponent. Another interesting fact from that study in relation to the 22LR is that in terms of "average rounds to incapacitation by caliber" (in those cases in which there was incapacitation), the 22 LR performs better than against all other calibers (with the exception of the shotgun), probably precisely because of the ease of grouping and possibly the better training of those who possess the weapons. These new pistols in 22LR and their increased reliability, and more reliable modern ammunition are really a good option for ccw or home defense for the elderly or simply for those who like to put every round on the target! 😃 I just subscribed. Thank you for the video!
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
They are more reliable but I couldn’t trust my life to one personally
@mrgreen888711 ай бұрын
You made an excellent point the ease of groupings modern reliable ammo and you can put all 13 or 16 on target that is a lot of holes to patch.
@cp300blackout411 ай бұрын
@@mrgreen8887 👍👍
@CookieMonster_1969 Жыл бұрын
Agreed on the lighting, some extra light would improve it, sound is fine... I have the TX22c and it is a blast at the range. I bought it for the sole purpose of improving my skills at the range without burning through 9 & 10 mm. It is a shooter for sure, I've never put anything but CCI mini mags through it as that is what I have thousands of rounds available in.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the input
@littleteethkeith2 ай бұрын
Buy them both. They are both fantastic guns. My experience with the P17 was it had a long break in period but after that it’s 100% reliable. It loves CCI Mini Mags.
@TiberiousGib2 ай бұрын
Solid advice
@williambotts63510 ай бұрын
I own a Taurus G3c and thought I would get the TX22, but after going online and seeing reviews and with customer service being better on the Keltec I went with the P17. It has been flawless and I even called Keltec to see how often to change the recoil springs, the lady said she would send out two at no charge to ease my mind but she knew of guns with several thousand rounds with the same spring. Kinda makes me want to sell my two G3c's and get two Keltec 9mm.
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
That’s some solid service
@nylesfrench356810 ай бұрын
I appreciate this information and I like the fixed barrel on the Keltec.
@willrider24016 ай бұрын
I definitely agree with the comment. I’ve had both Caltex and Taurus and the reason I sold all the Taurus pistols I had was because their customer service was almost nonexistent. When I had some problems they told me it would be under warranty, but it would not. Be fixed for a minimum of 18 months and since this was my pistol that I carried every day, it went straight to the pawnshop and I bought my first Caltech. They may be ugly, but they’re super reliable.
@eidtnaci Жыл бұрын
Never shot the taurus so i don't have anything to say on her. I do own the Kel-tec and im very pleased with her.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Dope
@vtxdaryl6 ай бұрын
Why not own them both?
@LowDoughTechАй бұрын
You made the choice really easy for me. I'm buying both of them.
@TiberiousGibАй бұрын
🤣😂🤣
@LowDoughTech9 күн бұрын
I got them both, and love them both for different reasons. The TX22 is my favorite pistol to shoot, ever. Both guns have been flawless in operation after about 1000 shots each gun. I love the "bang for the buck" factor with the Keltec, and the Keltec, due to the weight, is my new EDC. I'm much more happy with both of them over my much more expensive Sig P322.
@shermn88 ай бұрын
I have both, both flawless, Taurus mags easier to load. Bought Taurus 6 mag bundle and 2 extra keltec mags. Both tack drivers!
@TiberiousGib8 ай бұрын
Dope
@gaylenstone93298 ай бұрын
I have the Keltec p17 and yes the factory grip is not the best, very slick especially if it gets any bit wet. This is easy fixed by getting some Traction Grips from their website. They made custom ones for the p17 and they really change the feel of the gun. I can also speak to Keltec standing by their product. Did have some issues with the p17, one phone call and they took care of it, did not even have to pay shipping.
@vinmat3558 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Thanks!
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@jbazan11 Жыл бұрын
Bought both last week compact was about $325 @academy and the keltec used from Gunshop $150. Went to the range today with both only had one failure to feed with the keltec but racked back the slide chambered a round and no other issues. Burned about 200 rounds in each. Always fun to shoot 22lr!
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Awesome 🙌
@jamesbroughton78704 ай бұрын
I have owned both Guns and currently owned the new Kaltec with the optic on it and because I have chronic pain in my hands the Kaltec trigger is much lighter so I’ve really been enjoying that but the Taurus is an excellent gun. I enjoyed it as well.
@TiberiousGib4 ай бұрын
Appreciate the input
@mytquin7605 Жыл бұрын
hoping Taurus comes out with the optic cut on the full size TX-22.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
They don’t have one already???
@mytquin7605 Жыл бұрын
no sir @@TiberiousGib
@mytquin7605 Жыл бұрын
only the competition model and that dot sits too high. i have one but prefer the lower dot as it's more realistic for training.@@TiberiousGib
@nicksrandomviews12969 ай бұрын
They kind of do it's the Taurus tx22 competition has an optic mount.
@mytquin76059 ай бұрын
@@nicksrandomviews1296 i own one but i am talking about the dot being recessed into the slide just as a carry gun has in the proper location. love my TX competition model but still prefer the dot to be located on the rear of the slide.
@tylerrussell33889 ай бұрын
I own both of these actually. Lol. I like 22 it’s fun and more importantly cheap to shoot and train with. The keltec is a very cool simple gun. Love the fiber front sight and it’s accurate. The trigger is mint hovering around a tad under 3lbs. I’ve been a fan of Taurus having Owed g2c and g3c I’ll agreed the tx trigger is more tactical but I don’t listen to my trigger reset but is very nice. Weight on the keltec is insane like a feather. Hate the mags. Taruas feels more solid obviously and like the mags better. Honestly they both have pros and cons but honestly you can’t go wrong with either. I got the keltec from PSA for $149 screaming deal and months after got the tx compact in FDE color for $269
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Well said
@smokintruker2710 ай бұрын
Mcarbo makes a flate blade trigger for the Keltec P17 and makes it alot better, takes about 3/4lb to 1lb out of the trigger pull and take up is alot less
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
Also correct
@smuniz998710 ай бұрын
Thanks for that .22 review. Been contemplating getting either one. (New sub)
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub! 🎉
@scott7684Ай бұрын
have both both are bangers tx22 id choose if had too but luv the keltic 2
@TiberiousGibАй бұрын
Understandable
@Spamaps1911 Жыл бұрын
I didn’t see a link for Hold up display. Enjoyed the video as always.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Oops I forgot the link
@smacksmack59769 ай бұрын
Love my Taurus tx compact. Very reliable
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Dope
@vincecooper4445 Жыл бұрын
I chose the taurus
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Not a bad choice
@michaelschiff2596 Жыл бұрын
@@TiberiousGibNo NOT a bad choice at all,, it's a GREAT CHOICE! Jeezzz "not a bad choice "? Ya think? You chose the gun...
@michaelschiff2596 Жыл бұрын
GREAT CHOICE!! ACTUALLY IN THIS VID, THAT WAS THE ONLY CHOICE!! THE TX22 MERITS BEING COMPARED TO HIGHER END GUNS! THIS KELTEC IS IN THE "AIR SOFT" GUN CATEGORY.
@user-hp8fn1wd7t8 ай бұрын
Excellent review, thanks.
@TiberiousGib8 ай бұрын
Appreciate that
@briancarroll81246 ай бұрын
Don’t use the load assist tabs on the TX22. The only failures I have gotten with the gun are when I loaded the mags with load assist tabs. The rounds get jammed up this way
@yoho10216 ай бұрын
Rim lock happens in a pinch best load from the top - keltec forces good habits
@warriorgoat5939Ай бұрын
Maybe that was my problem when I first shot my TX22. I was disappointed. I’ll have to take her out for another spin. Thanks for the advice.
@RussellMorash-m8w Жыл бұрын
I have a full size tx22 it has been my go to 22lr since i got it i know the full size mags will fit the compact and if not now soon there will be and option from a company that makes extensions for the compact as well i have tried every kind of ammo thrue mine with very little problems especially bulk i use cci quiet auto with my suppressor and it cycles fine even the quiet cci fires but i have to cycle it but it's 800 fps so it moves the slide but not enough if you can live with that go with the taurus they surprised the hell out of me.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Nice
@dtmelanson Жыл бұрын
Nice new studio!
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@laughingpain30066 ай бұрын
I carry the TX22c daily. The P17 is a bag/fishing gun.
@TiberiousGib6 ай бұрын
Alright alright
@mobloisirs272 Жыл бұрын
j'adore ces deux pistolets mais en France le keltec p17 et très dur a trouver et le tx22 COMPACT et pas encore importé ! dommage j'adore les deux !
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
come on over to the states 🇺🇸
@mobloisirs272 Жыл бұрын
@@TiberiousGib j'adorerai venir aux u.s mais j'ai ma femme et mes deux enfants qui ont 11 et 8 ans, le changement serait énorme, la langue, le travail....... il faut un gros budget.
@michaelschiff2596 Жыл бұрын
True! Best to stay there.
@nicholasdonin14652 ай бұрын
Both are $179 new for me. Trying to figure which one would help best for training my 12yr old.
@TiberiousGib2 ай бұрын
I would lean towards the Taurus but they both are good choice
@bugsdohavefeelings Жыл бұрын
What is your favorite ammo for your Taurus? I used cheapies from the range today and they kept jamming… gun could’ve prob used a cleaning too, though.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
That thing eats anything, even ammo that other guns won’t run.
@nicksrandomviews12969 ай бұрын
I've owned both of these and the keltec I had was garbage way to many malfunctions with a lot of different ammo. The Taurus on the other hand has been awesome very reliable and it feels better in hand and just feels way better made.
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Appreciate the input
@DavidJongibo3 ай бұрын
I own both, and both are good pistols
@TiberiousGib3 ай бұрын
Yup
@JamesJones-cx5pk10 ай бұрын
You got my subscription. I only have my right arm. Can I remove the slide on the Kel Tec.
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
I don’t know, if you are on IG reach out to me and I’ll send you a video of my trying but I don’t think it’s possible with one hand
@kentdeneal11886 ай бұрын
I love my p17, if I were you I would attempt mouth assist. God bless you
@JamesJones-cx5pk6 ай бұрын
@@kentdeneal1188I bought one. I put grip tape along the top of the slide. I can rack it easily on my leg or belt
@smokintruker2710 ай бұрын
on the Keltec P17 it looks like it is optics ready but it is not thats what holds the slide together
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
Correct
@smokintruker2710 ай бұрын
I'm a certified gunsmith and licensed FFL dealer. MCARBO has a trigger for the Keltec and Tandemkross, and Keeptinkering has a trigger for the TX22. The keltec got a mixed reviews when first introduced and reviewed, but keltec fixed those issues before mass produced and sent out. In my personal opinion I'm more for the Taurus little wider in the grip also keltec offers 3 mags and Taurus TX22 only has 2 mags. TAURUS IS ALSO AROUND 100 BUCKS MORE IN PRICE. the quality in build is much superior in the Taurus
@ACommenterOnYouTube9 ай бұрын
they sell a plate to mount on top of the keltec to add a red dot OR you buy keltec's red dot slide for $200
@SgtRum9 ай бұрын
You sound a bit like Adam Sandler at first. Good Review! Thanks!
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Uhhhh….Thanks
@williammuenster7386 Жыл бұрын
Nothing but Issues with my new TX22 1st shooting....Cleaned/oiled prior to first shots....FTE, FTL's mag jams (9 Times) first 250 rounds. I switched from The golden bullet to Aguila, CCI and Federal Punch 40 grain rounds after watching a few vids. I cleaned oiled, also cleaned inside mags again. I had issues with Mag #1 so down to 2 issues after another 250 rounds 2 FTL with #1 mag......Still not happy with results but will put another 250 next time after checking Mag #1 ....may also order a stainless guide rod it seems a little sluggish . I have had a few issues with other guns with plastic type guide rods....we shall see! TX22 is light wt.... shoots where aimed Fun to shoot/ Train trying to correct issues....I'll Be Back!
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Ugh that stinks, the few I’ve shot have been solid
@guaporeturns9472 Жыл бұрын
Shoulda got a Keltec
@emanuelemanuel70386 ай бұрын
Lol not the tx 22, you, by luck and coincidence exclusively ran the only ammo types that are notorious for not running well in the tx 22. Strictly avoid Aguila(unless its HV or super extra, but still spotty at best), golden bullet,(everyone has issues with these). Also stay away from browning/winchester bulk (flat nosed ammo feeds poorly) Fed punch, and SOME cci variants have issues. Runs cci mini-mag/standard/blazer, runs federal champion/automatch bulk, people also have good luck with norma tac
@BillStrunk-c2j10 ай бұрын
Putting a hogue grip on the keltec made a huge difference
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
Makes sense
@soggycracker5934 Жыл бұрын
I regularly see the Kel Tec for under $200.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Solid
@ACommenterOnYouTube9 ай бұрын
Got the P17 because it was only $200 ... It isnt perfect but its not BAD either. Every mag i go thru has a different experience. I only use CCI Mini Mags because i hear they are the best in 22's and i can say that out of every 100 round case, maybe 1 or 2 failure to fire on the 1st hit, but always fires on the 2nd hit. I have 5 total mags with this gun and as i said, every mag is a different experience. 1 mag will fire off all 16 rounds with no issue while the next mag will give me 1 or 2 stove pipes while another mag will give me 1 failure to fire. So when i shoot it, its like whats going to happen with this mag .. LOL .. I want another 22LR pistol but i hear bad things on all of them, even with this P17 ....
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Appreciate the comment
@Tanstin110 ай бұрын
The gun that you attached the optic to tells me all you need to know.
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
Not sure what you mean? Are you making fun of me for adding an optic? Are you saying I like the Taurus more because i added an optic? Keep in mind you can’t add an optic to the Keltec
@Tanstin19 ай бұрын
Sorry! Not making fun of you at all. You were comparing the two guns, and i meant you could immediately tell which one you thought was better based on which you mounted an optic on. In retrospect, i didnt know the p17 was not optic ready.
10 ай бұрын
says taurus mags 13 round but mine came with 2 16 round mags
@TiberiousGib10 ай бұрын
Because they changed the mags
@chase32538 ай бұрын
Ahhh....the TX22 Compact without the thumb safety. Very nice.
@TiberiousGib8 ай бұрын
Indeed
@jordannewland4587 ай бұрын
If you can find one.. good thing it's not a carry gun for me with that dumb safety.
@marcopolo363 Жыл бұрын
Taurus is better looking gun! But is a 22LR pistol a “defense” pistol?
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
I don’t think so but lots of folks do
@f45411 Жыл бұрын
it certainly works, since it's so common it's used in a lot of shootings someone else cited a study but i recall my father telling me about how a 22 didn't fully penetrate a shoulder but tumbled around and got stuck, probably hit an artery or otherwise lost a ton of blood and died gel test aren't one to one with the human body (difference parts of the body have different density, bone density, clothing, etc.); they're good for consistent testing and comparison though but at the end of the day, a hole through your body is a hole through your body doesn't matter how big your caliber is if all your shots miss when you can't afford to miss; having minimal recoil is a huge boon when you're cracked on adrenaline unless you adequately training to mitigate under live fire drills, completely different from static firing at the range
@michaelschiff2596 Жыл бұрын
@@f45411AMEN TO THAT BUDDY!! I HAVE ALL THE WAY UP TO .45ACP AND .357MAG. BUT HITTING A VITAL SPOT WITH A CCI STINGER OR VELOCITOR,,, OR FEDERAL PUNCH USING A .22LR GIVES A LOT BETTER. CHANCE AS WELL AS SUBSEQUENT. FOLLOW UP SHOTS TO THOSE VITAL AREAS!! PLUS,, THOSE .22'S LOVE TO TUMBLE LIKE HAVING A TINY PINBALL BOUNCING AROUND OFF YOUR ORGANS AND ARTERIES!! TATS WHY THE .DEADLY 22LR IS SO UNDERRATED! UNLIKE SEX,, BIGGER IS,,, NOT BETTER!!
@MrKingArthurhk Жыл бұрын
Reliable suppressed .22 LR matter.
@MrKingArthurhk Жыл бұрын
It is dark. Better lighting would help quite a bit.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@Steven-gv1ke9 ай бұрын
Your weight on the P17 is off. On their website the P17 weighs 306 grams. Divide that by 28.35 (grams in an ounce) and you get 10.79 ounces.
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Ty - math is hard lol
@brianmcgee47308 ай бұрын
That's not really fair the taurus is the competition model ,not the normal tx22
@TiberiousGib8 ай бұрын
Actually that is the standard compact version, not the competition
@brianmcgee47308 ай бұрын
@TiberiousGib no its not the standard has a covered barrel I have both I should know, and that barrel is not covered
@brianmcgee47308 ай бұрын
I have both guns the standard has the covered barrel the competition has the slide cut for a free bull barrel
@NicholasJ-p1i9 ай бұрын
I like them both but i do own 2 of the jel tec's love that little shit 🤷 lol very dependable, both are
@TiberiousGib9 ай бұрын
Nice
@nuttjeffable Жыл бұрын
Love the videos. That keltex is one of the ugliest handguns I've ever seen.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂
@michaelschiff2596 Жыл бұрын
Lol!!! Yea it is!!! Looks like somebody found a bunch of spare misc. parts laying around and quickly made a gun?! It definitely puts the UG in Ugly!!! I have a Keltec P11 subcompact 11 rd 9mm smallest lightest and best ccw gun to come out,, period!! Came out in mid 90s and every gun company has copied the design over and over but havent been able to come out with one that's better! Have hundreds and hundreds of rounds through it and still like new for the 20 years I've had it. One of my MAIN CCW's in an Uncle Mike's front pocket holster! Keltec has been a fantastic innovator in firearms since the early 1990s but this "thing" they created here in this video is hideous!!
@atkinsjoe5754 Жыл бұрын
Taurus
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Why is that?
@tbugher6211 ай бұрын
Taurus has had a lot of barrel problems,rifling not being finished inside the barrel,NO thanks.
@TiberiousGib11 ай бұрын
Really, I’ll have to look into that. Never heard about it
@tbugher6211 ай бұрын
@TiberiousGib yeah,look it up,lots of brand new Taurus guns with unfinished barrels,their quality control is non existent.
@The-um7pz Жыл бұрын
Great video, as always buddy. The clear winner is (envelope please): Neither.
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@michaelschiff2596 Жыл бұрын
@@TiberiousGib Funny? Why did you do a review on them then?
@roderickshelton9176Ай бұрын
Yankee accent with a tristar shirt… I get you left because its better down here..
@TiberiousGibАй бұрын
Haven’t left yet, one day
@eliaaronoct Жыл бұрын
Really think you need to do a spell check prior to posting. Kel-tec is not spelled "keltex" 🤣🤣🤣
@TiberiousGib Жыл бұрын
Oops, thanks
@lenculpepper9150 Жыл бұрын
What would we do without spell check from the grammar Nazis?😂🤣😂🤣
@guaporeturns9472 Жыл бұрын
Damn thank god you caught that… that could have gone really bad.