Taurus TX-22 - is Taurus having problems making barrels?

Published on July 22, 2022
Duration: 11:26

This review of the Taurus TX22 highlights its potential as a full-size .22LR trainer with a high capacity, but raises significant concerns about barrel quality and manufacturing consistency. The reviewer experienced a barrel issue causing projectile tumbling, leading to a prolonged warranty claim. While praising the pistol's ergonomics, trigger, and price point, the recurring barrel problems suggest a potential batch issue that buyers should be aware of.

Quick Summary

The Taurus TX22, a popular 16-round .22LR trainer, faces scrutiny over potential barrel quality issues causing projectile tumbling. While praised for ergonomics and trigger, a significant concern is the reliability of its barrels, leading to extended warranty claims and questions about manufacturing consistency.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Taurus TX22 Announcement
  2. 00:29The Humble Marksman Channel Intro
  3. 00:45Personal Experience & Warranty Claim
  4. 00:56Why Review the TX22? Sig P322 Comparison
  5. 01:15First Range Trip & Barrel Issue Discovery
  6. 01:25Understanding Projectile Tumbling
  7. 01:49Visual Evidence of Tumbling Projectiles
  8. 02:06Testing for Tumbling
  9. 02:09Is This a Bigger Issue?
  10. 02:24Customer Service Experience & Improvements
  11. 02:35Contacting Customer Service (May)
  12. 02:39Reason for No Replacement Barrel
  13. 02:54Global Shipping Crunch Impact
  14. 03:01Update: Still Waiting for Barrel (July)
  15. 03:06Speculation: Batch of Bad Barrels?
  16. 03:29Unacceptable Wait Time & Global Issues
  17. 03:43Addressing 'Taurus Hater' Accusations
  18. 04:09Potential Issues Taurus is Facing
  19. 04:13The Taurus TX22 Product Offering
  20. 04:22Magazines: 16-Round Capacity
  21. 04:28Proper Magazine Loading Technique
  22. 04:55.22LR Cartridge Limitations
  23. 05:01Magazine Loader Review
  24. 05:09Effective Magazine Loading Method
  25. 05:19Pro Tip: Settling the Rounds
  26. 05:30Pistol Ergonomics & Grip Feel
  27. 05:33Comparison to HK P30/VP9
  28. 06:00Control Access for Right-Handed Shooters
  29. 06:04Left-Handed Shooter Considerations
  30. 06:11Use Case for a 22 Trainer
  31. 06:15Manual Safety Discussion
  32. 06:37Ambi Safety Paddle Design
  33. 06:39Trigger Quality & Feel
  34. 06:42Trigger Reach and Length of Pull
  35. 06:56Accuracy Limitations Due to Barrel Issue
  36. 07:07Accessory Rail for Lights
  37. 07:25Initial Sight Zeroing Issues
  38. 07:35Sight Preference: 3-Dot vs. Blacked-Out Rear
  39. 07:46Slide Options: Optics Ready vs. Standard
  40. 07:52Optics Ready Slide Availability
  41. 08:00Slide Material and Finish
  42. 08:07Threaded Barrel Adapter Feature
  43. 08:15Takedown Procedure
  44. 08:26Recoil Spring and Barrel Removal
  45. 08:31Reassembly Process
  46. 08:46Ideal User for the TX22
  47. 08:58Returning to Taurus Issues
  48. 09:01Taurus's Reinvention and Execution
  49. 09:07Personal Taurus Pistol Ownership & Fail Rate
  50. 09:23Friend's Taurus Pistol Experiences (Graham Bates)
  51. 09:35Specific Barrel Issues on G3C, GX4, TX22
  52. 09:48The Core Question: Barrel Manufacturing Problems?
  53. 09:55Personal Experience vs. Community Feedback
  54. 10:05Batch Manufacturing and Potential Defects
  55. 10:13Common Comment: Polishing Feed Ramp
  56. 10:19Expectation of Factory Reliability
  57. 10:30Barrel-Related Issues Summary
  58. 10:34Conclusion: Buyer Beware
  59. 10:36Not Junk, But Design vs. Execution
  60. 10:39Anticipation for Replacement Barrel
  61. 10:49Final Thoughts on Purchase Decision
  62. 11:12Would Buy TX22 Competition Model Again
  63. 11:19Reason for Purchasing Standard TX22
  64. 11:22Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main issues reported with the Taurus TX22 pistol?

The primary issue reported with the Taurus TX22 is barrel instability, causing projectiles to tumble and impact targets sideways. This can lead to a prolonged warranty claim process for replacement parts, as experienced by the reviewer.

How does the Taurus TX22's magazine loading work?

The TX22 uses 16-round polymer magazines. Proper loading requires orienting the bullets nose-up and loading them individually by pulling down the follower. The provided magazine loader is generally considered ineffective for this .22LR rimmed cartridge.

What are the ergonomic strengths of the Taurus TX22?

The Taurus TX22 is praised for its excellent ergonomics, with a grip shape and sculpt that feels similar to higher-end pistols like the HK P30 or VP9. It features a comfortable single finger groove and a fine textured grip suitable for a .22LR trainer.

Does the Taurus TX22 have a threaded barrel?

Yes, the Taurus TX22 barrel has an adapter at the muzzle that can be unscrewed. This allows for the attachment of a threaded adapter, enabling the use of muzzle devices like suppressors or compensators.

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