Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical - USSOCOMs Brazilian love child

Published on September 25, 2025
Duration: 15:24

This review examines the Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical, a pistol developed for US SOCOM trials. The video details its unique trigger system, ambidextrous safety levers with decocking function, and a complex disassembly process involving a pin rather than a lever. While acknowledging its historical significance and some ergonomic features, the reviewer expresses reservations about Taurus's historical quality control and the pistol's reliability issues, particularly its tendency to fire when dropped.

Quick Summary

The Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical was a .45 ACP pistol submitted for US SOCOM trials in 2005. It featured a unique striker-fired DA/SA trigger with a three-position safety lever that could also decock the pistol. However, a critical flaw was its tendency to fire when dropped, leading to a recall and its eventual discontinuation.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction: US SOCOM Trials
  2. 00:36Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical Submission
  3. 01:20Becoming a Gunsmith: Modern Gun School
  4. 02:02Taurus Quality Control Perceptions
  5. 03:04Civilian Market Release & Recall
  6. 03:53OSS Name Origin & Tactical Branding
  7. 04:06Unique Trigger & Safety System Explained
  8. 04:34Striker Cocked Indicator
  9. 04:50Decocking Mechanism
  10. 05:23Double-Action vs. Single-Action Trigger
  11. 05:48Other Controls: Takedown Pin, Slide Release
  12. 06:06Accessory Rail & Sights
  13. 06:17Tool-Operated Safety Lever
  14. 06:35Frame and Slide Construction
  15. 06:47Grip Ergonomics & Magazine
  16. 07:08Three-Dot Sights
  17. 07:17Last Shot Lock Open
  18. 07:20Shooting Impressions
  19. 07:46Magazine Limitations
  20. 08:08Ergonomic Divots
  21. 08:34Safety Lever Restricts Slide Manipulation
  22. 09:00Charging the Weapon
  23. 09:17Shooting Footage
  24. 09:31Trigger Awkwardness & Reset Issues
  25. 09:45Striker Reset Behavior
  26. 10:52Slap Trigger & Lack of Reset Feel
  27. 11:22Disassembly Process Begins
  28. 11:42Takedown Pin Mechanism
  29. 12:24Separating Upper and Lower Receivers
  30. 12:35Striker Assembly
  31. 12:43Guide Rod and Recoil Spring
  32. 12:52Barrel Removal
  33. 12:57Reassembly Process
  34. 13:13Takedown Pin Reinstallation Challenge
  35. 13:53Disassembly Complexity Critique
  36. 14:20Viewer Feedback Request
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical developed for?

The Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical was developed as a submission for US SOCOM (United States Special Operations Command) trials in 2005, aiming to become their new service handgun chambered in .45 ACP.

What are the unique features of the Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical's trigger and safety system?

It's a striker-fired pistol that operates in both double-action and single-action modes. Its ambidextrous safety lever has three positions: fire, safe, and a unique decocking function that drops the striker forward.

What major reliability issue did the Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical face?

A critical issue was its tendency to fire when dropped. This led to a recall and was a significant reason it was not adopted by the military and eventually disappeared from the civilian market.

How does the disassembly of the Taurus 24/7 OSS Tactical compare to other handguns?

The disassembly is considered more complex than many modern handguns, such as Glocks or even older designs like the Beretta 92. It uses a pin that can be easily lost, making field stripping challenging.

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