Taurus has made this very small and reliable pistol quite cheap. With such a low price tag, one has to wonder- what's it really worth? Is it any good- particularly for its intended purpose of concealed carry?
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Introduction:
Taurus, a Brazilian manufacturer, is no slouch when it comes to producing fantastic firearms- The company has produced both fantastic original handguns as well as equally impressive clones of guns made by other fantastic manufacturers, such as Beretta in Italy. Among its lineup, the Taurus G2c series. It's not just some janky Glock clone, and some would argue it's even better.
So, what is it and who is it for? Read the review to find out!
First impressions and hands-on experience:
Upon first picking it up, users will notice, as previously stated, that it is considerably smaller than a Glock 19. In fact, the G2c has a barrel shorter than a Glock 19 by nearly three-quarters of an inch. It certainly feels smaller, although not tiny. This may or may not put off some users with larger hands, although I found the grip is still plenty big enough to get a firm, comfortable grip on. It's certainly small enough for concealed carry as well, so if you're looking for a pistol to carry on you every day, this would be a good option.
It should be noted that the G2c has a smaller magazine capacity than a Glock 19 at "only" up to 12 rounds, but this should be more than enough for any kind of personal defense situation.
Additionally, because of its compact size, the magazine forms part of the grip, so users will have to lift their pinky fingers when reloading. This may be a concern for some users, but I didn't find it problematic overall by any means.
Like the Glock 19, the G2c is a single-action pistol, meaning, simply put, you just load the gun and pull the trigger (with the trigger pull weight being consistent at around 5-ish pounds). However, unlike the Glock, it has a manual safety, which is located on the left side of the frame. This will likely prove a deal-breaker for more safety-oriented people who don't want a gun that can just easily go bang consistently without fail (which this gun can do, like the Glock, for tens of thousands of rounds).
Additionally, like it's Austrian counterpart, the G2c is polymer-framed, which gives it an exceptionally light weight of only 22 ounces. It's so light, in fact, it almost feels like a toy, but it still feels strong, rugged and reliable underneath it all. After all, this is a firearm made by a renowned manufacturer with decades of experience.
The light weight, however, should not adversely affect functionality and the gun's finish is extremely durable and tough- able to withstand being dropped, slammed, and I've even heard of people hitting poly-framed guns with hammers and still not cracking, and the Taurus likely is just as tough in that regard.
Another point of particular interest on the G2c is the trigger- it's crisp with very little creep and breaks like glass. It's of amazing quality for the price point. In addition to being so smooth and consistent at around 5 pounds- it feels solid and good overall- not mushy, but firm. It's incredibly satisfying from a sensory standpoint.
Like Glock triggers, it has a built-in trigger safety as well, preventing the gun from firing unless your finger is on the trigger itself (this is in addition to the optional manual frame-mounted safety on the gun)
Upon firing the G2c, users will also notice the gun is a bit more "flippy" (meaning it feels like it has more recoil and muzzle climb) than a Glock due to the shorter barrel length, although any decrease in accuracy is negligible.
It has a good, consistent trigger pull that is typical of poly-strikers, and even though it comes in at only 22 ounces in weight, it manages recoil surprisingly well and is easy to stay on target due to the texture of the grip. However, the recoil may still be of concern for some users.
As for reliability, the G2c has been flawless. It will shoot everything- even cheap steel case ammo- perfectly. I've shot almost 1,000 rounds of, among other ammo brands, Hornady, Wolf, Barnes, Sig Sauer and Fiocchi through this gun, and not a hiccup (although +P ammo seems to eject a bit more consistently than standard-pressure ammo, reliability is identical between the two) Taurus definitely doesn't make cheap, unreliable pistols, even if they sell them for less than they are worth.
Pros and cons:
The G2c, while fantastic, is not without its drawbacks- while we've already covered some pros in this review, including:
Small, lightweight frame makes for easy concealed carry
Manual safety makes accidental or negligent discharges less likely
Firm grip does a good job at countering recoil
It's cheap, but high quality regardless
The Taurus G2c nonetheless has its cons, as well. These include:
Decreased magazine capacity compared to other, (slightly) larger pistols like the Glock 19
Increased muzzle flip (or "jump") that may also hinder accuracy when firing really quickly
Small grip may put off users with larger hands (though it shouldn't be an issue for most people)
Final thoughts, best deals and gun stats:
Having shot hundreds of rounds through this gun prior to this review, I can definitively say the Taurus G2c pretty great, and it's another resounding success from Taurus as far as I'm concerned. It's small, compact and reliable- but not uncontrollable when it comes to firing it, as well as having a manual safety in mind (which no Glock has).
It's a gun I'd definitely recommend to both first time gun owners looking to concealed carry, as well as more experienced owners who want to add another great firearm to their arsenal.
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Taurus G2c stats:
Caliber(s) | 9mm Luger, .40 S&W |
Action | Single-Action |
Height | 5.10 inches |
Barrel Length | 3.20 inches |
Overall length | 6.30 inches |
Width | 1.20 |
Weight | 22 ounces |
Magazine capacity | 7, 10 or 12 rounds (9mm), 10 rounds (.40 S&W) |
Safety | Manual safety, firing pin block |
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