NEW Taurus TH9C Shooting Impressions

Published on December 17, 2018
Duration: 16:12

This review provides shooting impressions and reliability testing of the Taurus TH9C, a compact, hammer-fired, DA/SA pistol. The analysis, presented with an objective and analytical tone by an established firearms reviewer, covers extensive reliability tests with various ammunition types and a detailed accuracy assessment. The TH9C is highlighted for its affordability (under $300) and ergonomic design, despite some unconventional features like its sights.

Quick Summary

The Taurus TH9C is a compact, hammer-fired, DA/SA pistol known for its affordability (under $300) and ergonomic design. It features ambidextrous controls and an auxiliary feed ramp. Reliability tests showed it handles various ammunition types well, though soft strikes were noted on some loads, resolvable with a second trigger pull.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Field Strip
  2. 01:06Full-Mag + 1 Reliability Test
  3. 01:35Multi-Load Reliability Test
  4. 06:16Soft Strike Observations
  5. 09:17Accuracy Testing
  6. 10:46Reflections and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Taurus TH9C pistol?

The Taurus TH9C is a compact, hammer-fired, DA/SA pistol featuring ambidextrous controls and an auxiliary feed ramp designed to improve feeding reliability with various bullet profiles. It typically offers a 13+1 capacity with standard magazines and 17+1 with extended magazines.

How reliable is the Taurus TH9C with different types of ammunition?

The TH9C demonstrated good reliability in testing, successfully cycling 17+1 rounds and handling a variety of ammunition weights, case materials, and bullet shapes. Soft strikes were noted with specific loads but were overcome by the second trigger pull inherent to its DA/SA design.

What is the accuracy potential of the Taurus TH9C?

Despite potentially unconventional sight alignment, the Taurus TH9C showed good mechanical accuracy, achieving tight groups from 7 yards with match-grade ammunition, indicating it can be accurate in the right hands.

What is the general value proposition of the Taurus TH9C?

The Taurus TH9C is positioned as an affordable 'everyman' pistol, typically priced under $300. It offers ergonomic handling and generally reliable performance, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious buyers seeking a functional handgun.

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