Taurus PT 22 Poly 22 LR Gun Review

[@nmr3352]

.22LR is the solution for a lot of situations. It's great to see a renaissance of this venerable caliber with both new and experienced gun owners.

[@paperback10]

Nice video thanks. I've owned this tiny pistol for years. Perfect for people who have problems with hand strength recoil or even just the weight of a regular pistol. It can be extremely accurate over 15 yards but its designed for close encounters ! Don't let anyone tell you that a 22lr bullet in the face won't leave a mark !

[@cecilking3727]

No shit you'll have a mark on your face and in your pants

[@twistedyogert]

What about plinking or target practice. How good is it for that and is it possible for a gunsmith to add an adjustable sight?

[@christopherbishop4927]

I have the PT22 alloy with wood grip stocks, has been exceptionally reliable and accurate. I'm 6'4" with very large paws, I absolutely love shooting the PT22

[@bokusworld9780]

Any failures to feed? Curious because, it seems too good to be true.

[@christopherbishop4927]

@@bokusworld9780 no Sir. I have only run about 300rnds CCI Mini-Mags though, and 100 of Federal's equivalent......not any lesser bulk 22lr.(

[@christopherbishop4927]

@@bokusworld9780 Taurus had growing pains with mags, I have "2nd Gen" magazines

[@walkerone9833]

On the difficulty to rack the slide, I had the Beretta 21 and couldn't rack it. I was told this tip. On the 21 you can drop the hammer manually and that helped a lot. Also, instead of holding the weapon and pulling the slide back.....hold the slide and push the weapon forward. Made all the difference in the world.

[@leonardsexson3534]

Thanks for the idea. I'll try it.

[@billjenkins687]

I just received mine and it looks awesome. I am retired LE and love to have a tiny backup gun in the right hand pocket. I go back and forth between this and the legacy LCP. Thanks- Sootch00

[@armyrat206]

The frame broke into where it cradled the barrel up front. UPS charged $50 to ship it to Taurus. They put a new frame on it and put a recoil buffer on it which come off when firing first mag. It now is a good paper weight !!

[@SandyLabradoru812]

I just really enjoy your video’s. Here is where I insert my standard question to all .22LR naysayers. 1. How many homicides have those naysayers worked where the weapon of choice was a .22LR ? 2. How many victim autopsies have such individuals attended where 22LR was used and collected the evidence ? 3. How many victim families have such naysayers notified that their family member was killed by such a trivial cartridge ? I can assure you, that a single shot from a .22LR is capable of dropping the human target immediately, and for good. The .22LR is capable, deadly and not to be underestimated. My experience.

[@ralphsquicciarini6092]

I’ll

[@nsolo2412]

Mine is impossbe to pull the slide back even after thousand rounds. The trigger is at 10 lbs and after two magazines my trigger finger is stiff. Otherwise a light small and ergonomic. Also, sensitive to to ammo. Likes fiocchi fmj red box.

[@featherhinesley3635]

The biggest bear was killed by Bella twin with one 22lr bullet because it was trying to attack her look it up.a 22lr with shot placement is very deadly

[@barbberney5987]

I want a lightweight firearm for home defense. I’ve read and heard it’s really not the best for that. Also with the magazine release I heard it’s still hard to pull it out. Trigger easy to pull ( have some hand weakness) or not?

[@nsolo2412]

In the dep of orthopedics we had an annual seminar on gun shot injuries. The statistics says that 72% of gun shot patients at the trauma center were shot by a 22 caliber and about 50% of them died. So, a 22 caliber should not be dismissed as some do. It is a deadly weapon.

[@StraightShooter.]

I just picked one up. Shoots great. And, I was using 40 year old Remington ammo. No problems!

[@gunmonkey6545]

I had one and it was great but I gave it to my niece. When I decided to get another pocket gun I went with the Ruger LCP 22lr. I have to say that I prefer the Ruger because it’s slim, this Taurus is a little wide for a pocket gun IMO.

[@keller1334]

Better trigger and better capacity also. Love mine.

[@christophernemeth421]

Ruger's stellar customer service is a selling point as well

[@stevenkinnison8044]

The PT22 has a wider grip to make up for it small size and to make it easier to grip.

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

I did a review of this pistol. I have fired over 200 rounds and had only one failure to eject. I used CCI mini mag 40gr round nose . It has been accurate and is super easy to clean. When I got it I had read many reviews that complained of how hard it was to rack the slide. I imagined the reviewers were maybe weak wristed sissies. The PLY22 almost tore the skin off of my hand trying to rack that darn thing. It is doable but Lordy! My main reason for liking the little devil is how easy it fits in my large front shirt pocket unlike other guns and it also has a manual safety which I like. The large width is not a factor for me at all as I find many people who have tiny narrow guns also always add a beefier grip. the PLY has a perfect grip. I do wish there was an easy way to add a laser or it came with a threaded barrel. On a negative note, I read hundreds of reviews of the gun and found a couple people that said it began autofiring on them. I discounted their reports as most often gun problems are user error. However I have been reading recent reviews at Buds guns and several people are saying recent PLY22s they bought are autofiring. By the way, the majority of the people I read complaining about the gun not firing ammo and being picky never mentioned how often they clean the gun. I still like the little mouse gun. Sootch, your video was excellent as always. I added your video review to my playlist of poly22 videos.

[@george344]

I found that with .22lr autos, they are picky eaters. Have a couple of different models and have taken to trying out different brands of ammo to see what they like to munch on.

[@george344]

I found that with .22lr autos, they are picky eaters. Have a couple of different models and have taken to trying out different brands of ammo to see what they like to munch on.

[@rvmagnum5415]

I always liked Taurus, I have a pt 908, pt100 and a 357 #66 . there 30 years old and still working fine. I will be buying more.

[@baddriver3580]

Great review,, but I am one of the old men with "ole arthur" in my hands and wrists...... I love the lil pistol but I opted for the Ruger LCP II in .22. A little more expensive for the Ruger but no regrets on my part. Take care and Happy Shootin'.

[@granitejeepc3651]

This is a great back pocket gun. I have 10 round mags for it and runs good with CCI. Though my Bodyguard 380 is more carried who can find 380 nowadays..but can still practice with the .22 EDC rotation for past 5 years

[@bearmerica6668]

Yup, I only use the cci 1235 fps, only thing it never fails on.

[@MrGustavo2891]

Where did you find 10 round mags? Can you an you share a link or any info? Thanks God bless.

[@chriskopec1858]

Loved it

[@scottphipps3577]

How do you feel about carrying it with a round in the chamber? I have noticed there doesn't seem to be hammer block, which makes me nervous.

[@rudycockrell655]

@@scottphipps3577 I’ve been carrying mine in a leather pocket holster for quite some time as part of my edc and have never had a problem. I understand your concern though.

[@jamesmoore4003]

I own a few pistols made by Taurus….G2C, TH9 and my favorite…PT92 stainless….I love Taurus!! I enjoy your videos

[@billjenkins687]

Is the G2C better or about even with the G3, if you know...

[@jamesmoore4003]

@@billjenkins687 it’s the same….the only difference is the G3C has different sights and extra slide grips on the front. And of course the G2C is a compact compared to the G3….I’m just talking about the G2C and G3C

[@bassclef41]

Interesting pistol. I was in the market for a small 22 lr and came across the phoenix arms hp 22 first a very sweet pistol in it's own right. But after some time found this as it was my initial choice of the two for 250.00 I got this as my desk gun for my living room as it easy to conceal. I have discovered it's an ideal day gun for times walking in the park or having something small and accurate. This covers a lot of uses and my wife loves it for plinking. Sweet pistol. Note the trigger pull is long and heavy . Due to the fact I use more revolvers that autos this is very comfortable to me

[@butchhill5656]

I love these videos on the mouse guns. Growing up in the 60s and the 70s. I saw a lot of these little guns.

[@charlesross8449]

My first pistol purchase was the Beretta 32acp Tomcat, I wish that Taurus would make a 32acp poly like this!

[@rudocalbrone]

Me too. I would but one for each pocket!

[@5664788]

Hey Mr Ross,....any reliable ammo choices or other tips on taking care of that Tomcat pls let me know,...I have one but have only shot it 2 times with only a couple rounds at a time,...it did jam the last time i shot it,.....yes I need to get to a range,....not a big gun guy,...just have a few firearms for protection,.....my wife has this Taurus,....not broke in yet ,..only a couple shots fired out of it and that jams too.

[@charlesross8449]

@@5664788 sorry I wish I have kept it, but I traded it for a duty carry pistol (Springfield XD 45acp), still miss target shooting and getting slide-bite with it, lol!

[@charlesross8449]

@@5664788 just try to keep them clean and oiled well, and go shooting more, the jams should take care of themselves through breaking them in!

[@edwardreed4792]

I wish they would make it in 32acp and 380acp I would buy both of them

[@billyhouse1943]

Thank you for the review. I just (7-6-22) purchased a new in box PT22 at my local gun store. I’ve run a few rounds with no issues. More to come when I go to the outdoor range. It is loud. Fits prefect in pocket.

[@johnjanoscrat8000]

Nice review. Last Fall after about 2 yrs of use, I had to send mine back to Taurus for a broken trigger return spring. Two weeks after shipping I had it back, repaired and fully functional. Outstanding Customer Service from Taurus. Also like my PT111 G2C 9mm. All the best this Memorial Day weekend.

[@bigwavesun]

I notice that the poly model's slide is all metal. The older alloy model had a plastic tab insert that would break after you've fired enough rounds through the gun.

[@richardsaxton5201]

Another great video. I own two of these guns, both the blued and stainless. They both are great shooters when using CCI mini mags. Well done!

[@LAG3]

I have the original and a Poly. Zero problems with either one.

[@samuelmorado70]

Dont shy away from these. Mine shoots Federal Punch ammo all day long and Aguila Interceptor ammo. I have CCI mini mags which work well. Not stingers .

[@RayRayWasAGoodBoy]

Thinking about getting one, hard to find, but academy has em for $260. Worth it?

[@shovelhead108]

I've owned two alloy framed PT22's over the years. Both frames broke around the pin that the tip-up barrel pivots on. They were lightweight, concealable, easy to point shoot and comfortable to carry. My only gripe is the metal used in the frame and the inherent weaknesses of the tip-up barrel frame design. Was my ATM gun. A gun you carry in your jeans or coat pocket if you have to visit an ATM at night when you live and / or work in a dangerous part of town.

[@willwilliam217]

I do not own this handgun but am a believer in giving Taurus a chance after purchasing a TX-22 and firing 900 rounds with different ammo brands and having no issues. I own many brands of handguns, TX-22 is a winner.

[@robgoins3672]

Tx-22 is a workhorse, I bought one so I could train my kids. They adore it, as do I.

[@EricRedbear]

I have the older metal PT22. After a few modifications it stopped being a Jam-O-Matic. I also use either CCI Mini Mags (higher power) or Subsonic (heavier 40gr round) and it cycles fine. It's thirsty though and likes to be oiled more often than most pistols to cycle clean. I always wanted to try out the PT25 (.25 cal), but haven't been able to get my hands on one. I wanted to see if they'd consider making a PT380, but I'm not sure if the mechanics would work out... and there are already so many .380 pocket/mouse guns out there.

[@bigwavesun]

I would LOVE a .380 version with a tip-up barrel. I would cease my impossible search for a 3032 Tomcat.

[@meatballs2849]

I just sold my problem prone pt22, $140 from Cabelas! I think I paid 179 10 years ago. The damn thing never unloaded a magazine without issue, not once, and I could never get 8 rounds in the mag as advertized. Very happy to see it go!

[@modelcitizen63]

Never rule out a 22lr for self defense. I have dispatched many raccoons,coyotes and beaver with a .22 pistol while trapping and all died very quickly. With that, I have a Beretta Bobcat that is in my pocket whenever I have pants on. It makes for a reliable always on me gun and backup to my main carry gun when loaded with CCI mini mags. There is no tough guy out there that will take 8 .22 bullets to the face/throat without either breaking contact with you or allowing you to be able to beat the snot out of them.

[@shikat2371]

But that's only assuming you're a marksman and can accurately fire all those 8 .22lr rounds into the attacker's head and/or throat in the heat of the moment. God forbid, if my choice of a caliber is down to a .22lr and nothing else is available, I'd choose a revolver chambered in that caliber over a semi-auto like the Taurus PT22. The margin for error is very minimal with that caliber and I'd rather have a firearm that's not gonna fail on me.

[@PatrickKniesler]

@@shikat2371 If you look at the statistics, I think it is fair to say that .22 if more than sufficient to stop any attacker who is not completely deranged and in a state completely detached from their basic instincts with a maximum of two shots landed. People usually don't care what they're shot with, they know lead at speed is death.

[@cartelplug8183]

Apparently all these KZbinrs think getting shot by a22 is a walk in the park and it does not do anything 😂 I think it’s a joke I would b so scarred if I got shot with a 22 any where in my body

[@randyrush9856]

@@cartelplug8183 It wasn't a walk in park for 7 of the victims of Richard Ramirez, a.k.a the "Night Stalker", and he also killed 3 more with a 25 auto.

[@Dcm193]

@@randyrush9856shooting defensless women vs crack heads in the streets .

[@n8365r]

I bought a PT22 and had many problems with it. Failure to feed, failure to eject, firing twice with one trigger pull. After the third time sending it in, they sent me a new gun. The new one also has failure to feed, and failure to eject, but not as often. I still enjoy it, plus it gives me malfunction clearing practice. I wanted to give it to my grandsons but I can’t. I have three other Taurus guns and love them all.

[@gmro-ronosinski5102]

I got 2 brand new in feb21’. 1 for me and 1 for wife. Neither would feed consistently. We tried 5 different types of ammo. All did the same and jammed and ftf. Neat concept and we liked the concept and size but I’ll never buy another Tarus again. We lost $50/gun per the purchase in 2 months…but I’m glad we got out from under them. We followed all the internet voo-doo tricks and tips and never got them sorted out. Nothing I’d ever stake my life on that’s for darn sure. Garbage! Yeah 2 for 2 fails!!!

[@shadowwolf2524]

@@gmro-ronosinski5102 I bought an older 22 model from a friend. He said it was a jam o matic and hated it. Well, he wasn't lying lol ! I cleaned and oiled it and called Taurus to see what ammo they recommended. They said ONLY 22 LR- 40gr FMJ round nose. So I loaded it up with CCI Mini mags. Jam,jam,jam. I never had an auto not feed them ! So I tried 4 other 40gr FMJ rounds. None would even make it through a magazine without multiple failures. I finally tried some not recommended 38gr Federal hollow points. They worked great ! Then, I tried some lead round nose 40gr Thunderbolts. Not recommended either. Worked great ! I tried a few more not recommended rounds and had bad luck with them. So after all my experimenting - it only worked with 2 types of ammo. Both not recommended by Taurus. Luckily, I only paid $50 for the gun. My buddy told me he felt bad asking that for it. I just find it very odd that the gun only worked with 2 brands of ammo out of the many different I tried. And both Taurus told me not to use. I just never could really trust it to carry as a pocket pistol after all the times it choked on me when I was testing it out. I ended up selling it, with 100 rounds of the ammo it did work with, to a buddy for $50. I just found it very odd that it would not run with the factory recommended ammo, and only worked with 2 types of ammo Taurus told me not to use.

[@Dcm193]

@@gmro-ronosinski5102look into the m&p 22 compact . They are shockingly reliable for a 22 handgun .

[@mathaithomas3642]

Nice little gun. I bought one from Academy Sports and Outdoors for $189 few years ago. It can fit into my shirt pocket

[@victorboucher675]

Also the shorter slide will not be affected by being pressed on to the "target". DAO is a no go for me, do it like the Beretta 81 trigger PLEASE. Or my Ruger P95. Love your posts!

[@deucedeuce1572]

Too bad the parts aren't interchangeable, so you could put the Beretta trigger in it to have DA/SA (for pretty cheap). Not sure if the polymer could hold up though with the hammer cocked for long periods of time (like when people carry cocked and locked, which I think is called "condition 1"). It may be possible, but I'm just guessing it's not.

[@CF542]

I sure wish someone would make one of these for .22 WMR.

[@greybone777]

Nobody seems to be able to make a 22mag semi auto pistol that works .gave up on kel tec. Lots of problems associated with a long rimfire case and slide speed, mass. I'm with you though in wishing it could work.

[@mixsterB]

@@greybone777 I carry a NAA 22 mag revolver as a backup. Only 5 shots but good get off me gun.

[@bigwavesun]

3 years later, they have an M&P in .22 mag

[@metrosolve]

Your reviews are always AUTHORITATIVE.

[@garyK.45ACP]

DAO, hammer fired is perfect for pocket carry! I would carry this handgun without a pocket holster BUT they are subject to the pop-up barrel being released if carried in a pocket without a pocket holster. Unfortunately, the gun bulks up with a pocket holster and has the size and weight of a polymer .380 like a Ruger LCP II or S&W Bodyguard. (the S&W is also DAO hammer fired) Still...if you WANT a .22 for pocket carry, this is an excellent choice.

[@victorboucher675]

Carried my 950 for 12 years, no holster, in left shirt pocket. Never had a tip up problem, but lint from fabric, and the non upright position are reasons for the "stickie" holster.

[@lanedexter6303]

To each his own, but I want single action capability in a mouse gun. When I have to establish fire superiority with midnight raccoons with my bathrobe pocket (pre 68 German) PPK, I need all the help I can get to shoot a pocket pistol accurately. I’ll accept a double action FIRST shot, but this review sold me on the Beretta 21A.

[@garyK.45ACP]

@@lanedexter6303 Yes, DA/SA is OK also. I should have said that. I will edit my comment accordingly. I carried a PPK/s for many years as an off duty/CC handgun. (I'm a retried police officer) I still own the gun, but newer pocket guns are lighter and smaller. That said, I still *prefer* a DAO hammer fired action in either semi auto or revolver.

[@lanedexter6303]

@@garyK.45ACP funny how old training conditions you. My wife carried a Model 66 on duty in Texas in the 90’s and she carries S&W Centennials for EDC. DAO is fine with her.😀

[@garyK.45ACP]

@@lanedexter6303 Me too. I carried DA revolvers for 15 years and then DA/SA semi autos for 17 years.

[@bigwavesun]

By the way, when removing the slide after double checking the gun is completely unloaded, gently squeeze the trigger while pulling the slide FORWARD, it will pop out without you struggling. If I remember correctly this was the way it was done in an old Taurus how to video for cleaning the gun. This has a magazine safety so once you remove it, you can squeeze the trigger to let the hammer back (it won't go far with the magazine safety) allowing the slide to be removed very easy.

[@michaelbell75]

Thanks. Getting one of these next week. Was looking at the Bobcat but this Taurus is less than half the price, holds an extra round, its lighter and has a longer and more beefy grip. Perfect.

[@RayRayWasAGoodBoy]

How you like? I’m trying to justify paying $260 for a new one. Seeing if you owners think it’s worth it?

[@bobhill3941]

Back in 2012 one of my birthday presents was a gun magazine and this gun was on a Taurus ad on the inside of the front cover. It was the second time I saw/heard of the company. The first was in 2007 when a character on a video game carried a Raging Bull in .44 magnum.

[@abelbeltran6839]

They should of double stacked it like tx 22 ...made a killer pocket pistol !

[@mrcross78]

I just purchased one this afternoon. I really love it.

[@danielhuff1397]

I always look forward to your videos. Keep em coming.

[@oldcop18]

I had one of these many years ago & it was a great little piece, but was traded for a Ruger LCP that’s my EDC today.

[@5Ring]

Have the metal version and love it. I've seen negative comments about the poly's reliability.

[@bigscout1584]

Just bought one. Can't find magazines for it yet. I have found if you pull the trigger back just a little bit when you break it down it's much easier to break down.

[@leroyjenkins4811]

Taurus always seems to have that problem. They make a gun and then have no mags for it. It’s one of the reasons I don’t buy their guns. I buy a gun and expect to be able to purchase spare mags at the same time.

[@sammyprestwood3182]

Scootch your mouse gun collection is really going up thank you for the video

[@jackspence1126]

Had the original PT 22 and it was a great plinker. I put hundreds of rounds through it, had a malfunction, got the free repair, and put many more through it. I decided to replace it with the newer model Poly when it broke again. New design but very similar function with a glaring exception. It has the worst trigger of any firearm I have owned. It is in semi-retirement and replaced with a Ruger LCP II .22. Cost almost double but good trigger and accurate a 25 yards.

[@taasch2505]

I'm thankful I got one in .25 acp when they were still sold. I have a .22 for practice and a .25 for deep concealment. I will never carry a rimfire for defense personally. Dont get me wrong a .22 is lethal, ofc. But i just want it always going bang. The guns have both proven very very reliable and using Remington and CCI ammo i've never had issues with the PT-22. Doest like Federal or fiocchi too much though.

[@Chebva]

I rock the SS model with CCI Stangaz. It runs great and is comfortable to shoot.

[@caduceus33]

Yours is very reliable. Many people are not so fortunate with their PLY-22, and I'm one of them. No more Taurus guns for me!

[@kiparisacog8534]

Perfect concealed carry

[@markfletcher5457]

I had one of the old models and shot thousands of rounds through it. Fun gun to shoot. My kids even shot hundreds of rounds in it. It was shot so much that it wore the gun out. Thinking about buying this model. Cool stuff.

[@BM205]

That's a good point to remember. I've had 2 PT22s and the Berreta 21 and wore all 3 out. I like the Taurus much better but they do wear out and I'm not sure this one would last long.

[@srspower]

It's a pity they couldn't have used a version of their new double stack 22lr mag. It really is a huge game changer and makes the competition almost obsolete.

[@jeffwilson1217]

That'd been great! Especially for how wide the grip is, they could have easily done that!

[@srspower]

@octavio medeiros I didn’t refer to 22wmr …

[@backwoodsbrooksknives4625]

I carry one daily in my right cargo pocket. It is intended as a woodchuck plinker but it is also a backup and a cheap way to pop off some rounds every once in a while.

[@alanaldpal950]

Rimfire rounds occasionally fail to fire due to being a rimfire. With the PT-22 for a bad round (again not an uncommon issue) you have to tilt barrel up remove the round that failed to fire then either replace that round and seat the barrel, or then rack a new round. Not Good, even for a “backup weapon”.

[@hasgunwilltravel6840]

I have had a couple pt22s, and owned a beretta 21a. I noticed the beretta is way smoother feeling, and the fit and finish was better (granted it was like 12 years ago). The pt22 was less ammo picky. My beretta has been reliable till 2 days ago when i shot a bulk box I bought. The beretta will eat mini mags all day like nothing though. The sights are better on the Taurus but still not great. I don’t remember a single jam with the Taurus though. If it is for carry and you are meticulous at cleaning and use good ammo buy the beretta. If you are just wanting it to eat and eat try the Taurus

[@jimwalsh4609]

First one here! Probably gonna have to get one of these.

[@tyler238]

That’s a sharp looking little 22.. I used to have a tip up barrel smith and Wesson that was similar

[@rharrold]

Again a good info video. P.S. Again, the rise in volume at the end of the video makes me race to the volume control. It'd be great if KZbin offered automatic volume loudness leveling.

[@lukehorning3404]

Best video I’ve seen on it thanks for going through everything we need to know

[@ripcanadams]

I got the Beretta “tactical” bobcat with the threaded barrel, but they basically seems like almost the same firearms minus fancy wood grips. 🤷‍♂️ No excuse to not have a micro 22lr semi, they’re super fun! 👍🏻

[@cartelplug8183]

Damn I like the one your talking about especially in that fde color way

[@mr1bienvenu1]

This would be a tough sell over the LCP .22lr.

[@papatorr3669]

Agreed, or even the Kel-Tec 3AT, or 32, or the Ruger (shameless) copycat LCP 380 or 22. Still, we love our wood grip panel true blue PT-22!

[@backwoodsbrooksknives4625]

The thing is that the PT-22 is half the price.

[@B_R_]

The pt-22's lowest current street price is $219 The lcp2 22's lowest current street price is $279

[@backwoodsbrooksknives4625]

@@B_R_ then my brother was just ripped off royally. He picked one up for $350 and that was pretty cheap for around here. The cheapest little Ruger lcp I have seen around here was a first gen lcp for $300 at a Dunhams.

[@B_R_]

@@backwoodsbrooksknives4625 Sorry to hear that. Yt keeps deleting my reply because I said where you can find it for $279 with &12.99 shipping. Gun dot deals is a good search engine, but don't spell out the dot.

[@michaelschaffer5984]

I had one of those a few years ago. Fat little gun. It was ultra reliable. It would eat nearly everything I fed it. Decided it was too thick for deep concealment. So got rid of it. Have a Ruger LCPII 22lr now it's a lot thinner.

[@6Sally5]

I don’t own a Taurus firearm yet, but there’s no question they have been killing it the last 4 or 5 years...most notably, the GC2 and 3 get rave reviews. I would not hesitate to buy one. It’s time to stop ragging on their checkered past.

[@davesmith5092]

Love the design. I had two Berettas but they never ran right so I sold them. I'll try the taurus.

[@bearmerica6668]

Just make sure you use cci 1235 fps, others I've tried have issues.

[@baddriver3580]

Hey Sootch,, when will you be trying out the new Diamondback Revolver in .22 / .22 Mag?

[@mynxkhh]

Wow you shot the exact same pattern with this Taurus as yesterday's Berretta.

[@B_R_]

Good eye

[@PresidentoftheManosquare]

I have one My original guns trigger just failed somehow eventually. It would not re-engage after firing. It would just be a dead trigger. They fixed it but it took forever because it was in between then moving shop and the store i got it from sucks. They just sent a new one and im happy with it. Works well so far. Accuracy meh but it's a tiny blaster what do you expect?

[@bobgordy7209]

Good job! I just bought one ytsterday and needed a tutorial. Thanks for being thoural.

[@lttruck2973]

My Summer carry. Had mine for years. Does like CCI but I'm sure others would work

[@alifqadrmuhammad4542]

Always excellent music 🎶 Sootch. 👍🌟 🇺🇸 Nice little PT-22.

[@GunCollector007]

Great little budget gun option

[@varietasVeritas]

How about a double stack, .22wmr, with a tritium front sight?

[@papabear9383]

Does anyone have any idea where to buy magazines for this pistol??I have the one it came with and one that I bought on ebay but it I think it's 3d printed and it doesn't fit right.I have not been able to find them ANYWHERE. I really appreciate any help you guys can throw my way.

[@drumhd1]

If your still looking for the pt22 poly magazines, Taurus finally has them back in stock right now.

[@mdd1963]

they should thin the grips, widen the frame to accommodate the .32 ACP, and, voila....! The less expensive TOmcat!

[@TheLoneRanger745]

I would like to see that next too the RUGER LPC-22 wich is still very small but maybe easier to operate ,. Thanks scootchOO for a great review

[@edwardpate6128]

I have one of these and just love it as a back up gun and just fun to shoot.

[@datapro007]

I have owned the Beretta Bobcat for decades. I like the exposed hammer and double/single action instead of double action only. For me, this is a deal breaker on the Taurus. That said, Taurus got it right on the PT99/92.

[@Just1American1966]

I wanted to like my Bobcat, but it won't run through a single magazine without fail. My PT22 (older, aluminum-framed version) has yet to fail in several hundred rounds. So far, I've only tried two ammunition types in each, though, CCI MiniMag solids, and Federal AutoMatch.

[@edwardperez8785]

Really good information first gun review that I liked 👍👍👍

[@Snort73]

I love mine it’s awesome I have carpel tunnel and this really simple and easy to use

[@dwevors]

But why would you want one when you can get an LCP .22?

[@SC-qg8wp]

What a lovely plinker.

[@michaelrains2268]

I prefer a Ruger lcp max 380 for a very small pocket gun. But this is better than nothing if this is what one can afford and handle recoil.

[@jameswiseman3049]

Mine jammed a lot. I did have the .25 version and it was very reliable.

[@rom14141]

12:05 I keep hearing how Taurus has really stepped up its game on quality and reliability, but here's another example of little annoying issues that Taurus owners deal with and either learn to put up with, tinker with or spend the money to ship it back for repair/ replacement. My original PT-22 slide cracked in two at the web under the front of the barrel within the first 100 rounds of standard pressure .22LR. The shot broke and then "ping", almost sounded like the last shot of my M1, the slide came of and up landing on the ground. Called Taurus, shipped it back at my expense, a week later received a whole new PT-22 with upgraded rosewood contoured grips, my original was the base model with slab grips. Ok, cool...first shot out of the box, tip broke off the firing pin. Ugh. Called back, shipped it back at my expense again because they would just send me a new firing pin, a couple of weeks later same gun and new firing pin. Put it in the safe and didn't shoot it for at least five years. Took it to the range and this time it made through two recreational target shoots of a couple hundred rounds of standard pressure rounds and noticed a hairline crack in the webbing of the slide while cleaning it. Shipped it back at my expense again and received a 3rd new PT-22. IT'S UNFIRED IN MY SAFE, NIB, NEARLY 20 YEARS LATER! I didn't sell it because I didn't want to pass on this problem to someone else. Lesson learned, the best warranty on a sub-par product just tells you it's a guaranteed POS. Buy a Beretta if you want a Beretta, buy a S&W if you want a S&W, buy a Taurus if you want a superbly guaranteed POS. Looks like nothing has really changed, they've just gotten better at hiding it.

[@redwolf7807]

I always wonder how many of you guys are employees of Smith & Wesson or Ruger or whoever. You show up on EVERY DAMN TAURUS VIDEO.

[@Knightcowboy89]

Still talking about a model not made in the USA. The USA made Taurus firearms are where the quality comes through.

[@redwolf7807]

@@Knightcowboy89 Xenophobia is awesome!!!!

[@stevenmorris2293]

Fun gun I have a Beretta 950 22 short. But wouldn’t trust my life to a rim fire cartridge.

[@bigwavesun]

Very reliable weapon after a simple feed ramp polish. Will even fire and chamber slow subsonic rounds.

[@abelbeltran6839]

Threaded barrel would help ...ninja gun

[@4ninefine199]

My fave 22 mimi is that 22 (MAG!) "Switch Gun" you reviewed a short while ago. A bit pricy, but seems to be a very good hide-away gun.

[@charlesduke2233]

What about cleaning and maintenance of a PT-25?

[@mike420fan]

Love mine, it's very ammo sensitive! Accurate

[@virginiahollinsworth837]

I got one last February as a gift. I like it but the switch to use hard to push up and down to lift the barrel. What can I do to make it easier to push up

[@sammyday3341]

Thank you for the great presentation/review.

[@terrymcghee5838]

Can you backup content for Rumble? Pls

[@Brandi6666]

Do these newer models need the o ring to take up the slack at the bottom of the magazine like the older models? Thank you and i am learning a lot frim your channel; me being a new shooter

[@VagoniusThicket]

What kind of damage will stingers cause in this gun ? I have the wood grip Beretta 21 and don’t want to damage it .

[@isaiahtafoya9972]

Federal punch and cci stingers will be fine in the gun as long as you change out the recoil spring after so many rounds if your worry about the slide cracking I had a Beretta 21a and shot everything out of it about 2000 rounds and never had a problem only thing that broke was the trigger spring because I shot it so much

[@biomedst9abey886]

Is it need licence for keeping this pistol. How I can buy it. Please let me know please

[@michaelpage4199]

Great review and great price. Thanks for sharing

[@JoeArn1]

I've got to say, for my female friends who are new to firearms, I tell them to start with a .22 so they get used to the bang and the recoil first. Great to learn on

[@barbberney5987]

How bad is the recoil?

[@milanbelovukovic8252]

I love taurus pt 57 s 7.65mm. DA/SA pistol, 15+1 capacity, thumb safety. Nice looking pistol. Serbia

[@thetobaccoguy1751]

If they slimmed down the grips, and offered a threaded barrel, I'd buy one.

[@happyhaunter_5546]

I like watching your channel because of all the subtle misinformation you throw in

[@jersey1470]

11 shots from a 22 ruin a persons day

[@brandonlee4089]

Thought it was only 10 🤨

[@carystarke8000]

Are you gonna Test out the 22TUC Micro-Compact ? Just released .

[@866martin]

I had bought the poly protector 38 a few years ago and dry shot it twice once single action and once double action when I shot double action the gun fell apart springs came out the trigger was dead and I told myself never again would I buy Taurus again if there quality control has got better I might rethink that but I’ve never been a fan but I certainly like to here there made in the U.S.A.

[@JMD09]

then you got a bad one...it happens. I have a 605 poly protector - 357 - same as the 38 - and have shot full house loads through it and it has held up with no troubles....very reliable and tough

[@youcanrunnaked]

Plenty of Taurus PT111, G2C, and G3C with dead triggers. (Search KZbin for “Taurus dead trigger.) It happened to me several times when dry-firing a G2C at a gun store. I have a TX22 for plinking, but I would not rely on any Taurus firearm for self-defense, as their quality is still hit-or-miss (or maybe “hit or no fire” is more accurate). Sure, they have a warranty; hard to make a warranty claim when you’re dead.

[@AOMartialArts]

People always say this but NEVER mention that the Sig p320 wasn't drop safe or the 1st 365 has nation-wide firing pin failures. Walther CCP AND PPS had a recall. People, seriously, guns are tools made on machines monitored by humans. At some point SOMETHING SOMEWHERE is going to fail. Stop being a bunch of whiny crybabies.

[@youcanrunnaked]

@@AOMartialArts : False equivalency. Unlike with the other products you mentioned, there is no evidence that Taurus has fixed the dead trigger problem - probably because to save money they keep re-using the same trigger parts, going back to the PT111. In fact, owners of the latest G3C report having the same problem.