New Taurus TX9 (First Look)

Team Taurus Captain Jesse Harrison explains the three sizes of the Taurus TX9 pistol: Full Size, Compact, and Subcompact. The choice depends on primary use, whether it's range/duty, everyday carry, or deep concealment. Each size offers specific advantages in barrel length, magazine capacity, and concealability while sharing core features like a serialized chassis, striker-fired trigger, and optics-ready slide.

This entry details the Taurus TX9 series, a new duty-grade pistol line available in full-size, compact, and subcompact variants. Expert insights from Bret Vorhees, CEO of Taurus, highlight the pistol's development for military and police contracts, emphasizing its 50,000-round torture test and NATO certification. The TX9 features a modular grip system with four interchangeable backstraps for customizable ergonomics and an optics-ready slide compatible with most red dot sights via an adapter plate system.

The Taurus TX9 is a new lineup of duty-ready pistols introduced at Shot Show 2026. It features a modular backstrap system for customizable grip size, the Taurus Chassis System allowing for module swaps, and comes in three sizes: full, compact, and subcompact. All models are optics-ready and feature ambidextrous controls. The TX9 series is notable for being assembled in the United States.

The Taurus TX9 series is introduced, featuring subcompact, compact, and full-size models chambered in 9mm. These pistols are designed to compete with Glock's 17, 19, and 26 sizes, offering capacities of 13, 15, and 17 rounds. Key features include the T.O.R.O. optic system and a serialized chassis for modularity, though the speaker expresses skepticism about Taurus's product strategy and potential market confusion with their existing GX series.

This video provides a silent, cinematic demonstration of a custom MK18-style AR-15 build, showcasing high-end tactical accessories. It highlights the integration of professional-grade components like the Unity Tactical FAST riser system for optics, a JK Armament suppressor, and a Cloud Defensive Rein weapon light, emphasizing proper setup and advanced configurations. The build features a Daniel Defense RIS II rail and an Aero Precision lower with a Law Tactical folding stock adapter, demonstrating a meticulous approach to firearm customization.

This entry details a visual showcase of a Zastava ZPAP M70 AK-47 modified into a bullpup configuration. The firearm features a custom chassis with a carry handle and optics rail, demonstrating a unique approach to the AK platform. The demonstration highlights the rear-mounted magazine and trigger linkage typical of bullpup designs.

This guide details a durability test comparing a $70 Amazon ACOG clone against a $1300 Trijicon ACOG. The test involves baseline accuracy firing, impact resistance testing, and a submersion test in a river to evaluate waterproofing. The results highlight significant differences in build quality and resilience between the budget and premium optics.

This review from Tactical Advisor provides an expert look at the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Sabre rifle, highlighting its impressive value at a $900 price point. The rifle comes with significant factory upgrades, including an enhanced trigger and controls, a 13.7-inch pinned and welded barrel, and an adjustable gas block for performance tuning. The assessment suggests it's a strong contender for the best budget rifle on the market.