Taurus TH45 Shooting Impressions

Published on April 6, 2024
Duration: 15:49

This video provides a comprehensive shooting impression of the Taurus TH45 pistol in 45 ACP. The reviewer covers initial shots, full magazine tests, and an extensive ammunition compatibility test ('What's for Dinner') with various bullet weights and types. Practical accuracy and trigger control are assessed using a spinner target and a 1-inch square. The reviewer notes the gun's comfortable ergonomics for most, though mentions a slight rub on the safety for his hand fit, and highlights the double-action trigger's unpredictability as a learning curve. Overall, it's presented as a capable, affordable DA/SA pistol.

Quick Summary

The Taurus TH45 is a DA/SA pistol in 45 ACP, offering three carry modes. While its double-action trigger requires practice due to unpredictability, the pistol demonstrated good reliability across various ammunition types and achieved respectable practical accuracy. It's considered an affordable and capable option for its class.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Taurus TH45 Review
  2. 00:25First Shots & Initial Impressions
  3. 01:51Full Magazine Plus One Test
  4. 02:32What's For Dinner? Ammunition Test
  5. 03:23Liberty Defense Civil Defense +P 78gr
  6. 04:05Steinels 185gr HP
  7. 04:56Hornady Critical Defense 185gr
  8. 05:21Blazer Aluminum Case 230gr
  9. 06:33Federal HST 230gr
  10. 07:05Sig V-Crown 230gr
  11. 07:43Speer Gold Dot
  12. 08:16Rock Island Armory 230gr HP
  13. 08:52Ammo Inc 230gr HP
  14. 09:22Remington Ultimate Defense 230gr
  15. 10:22Spinner Target: Sights & Trigger Control
  16. 11:59Practical Accuracy Test
  17. 13:35Concluding Thoughts on the Taurus TH45

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Taurus TH45 pistol?

The Taurus TH45 is a DA/SA pistol chambered in 45 ACP. It offers three carry modes: safety on, decock, or cocked and safety on. The reviewer noted its comfortable ergonomics for most users, though hand fit can influence grip feel.

How reliable is the Taurus TH45 with different types of 45 ACP ammunition?

The 'What's for Dinner' test showed the Taurus TH45 to be reliable across a range of 45 ACP loads, from light 78-grain rounds to heavier 230-grain options, including hollow points and FMJs, without significant feeding issues.

What is the reviewer's assessment of the Taurus TH45's trigger and accuracy?

The reviewer found the double-action trigger pull to be unpredictable and a learning curve, often affecting shot placement. However, with practice, he achieved good practical accuracy at 7 yards, demonstrating the gun's potential despite trigger challenges.

Is the Taurus TH45 a good value for its price?

The reviewer considers the Taurus TH45 a capable and affordable DA/SA pistol. While not a 'great' gun, it offers solid performance and features for its price point, making it a viable option for those seeking a 45 ACP handgun.

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