Taurus TX22 Competition Review: Optics-Ready .22 LR on a Budget

Published on July 26, 2022
Duration: 9:53

The Taurus TX22 Competition offers a budget-friendly, optics-ready .22 LR option, but exhibits ammo sensitivity and potential mechanical issues like a backing roll pin. While it boasts a higher capacity and longer barrel than the Sig P322, its barrel-mounted optic system makes it less ideal for defensive training. Despite past brand biases and noted flaws, it represents a significant value proposition for recreational shooting.

Quick Summary

The Taurus TX22 Competition is a budget-friendly, optics-ready .22 LR pistol with a 16+1 capacity and 5.25" barrel. While reliable with CCI Mini-Mags, it shows ammo sensitivity. Its barrel-mounted optic system makes it less suitable for defensive training compared to slide-mounted designs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Sig P322 Comparison
  2. 00:43Taurus Brand Reputation & TX22 History
  3. 01:48TX22 Competition vs. Sig P322 Specs
  4. 02:36Optic Mounting & Defensive Training Use
  5. 04:14Trigger Feel & Target Pistol Comparison
  6. 05:24Reliability Test & Ammo Sensitivity
  7. 07:19Mechanical Issues & Community Feedback
  8. 08:20Value Proposition & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Taurus TX22 Competition and the Sig Sauer P322?

The TX22 Competition has a barrel-mounted optic system, a longer 5.25" barrel, and weighs 23 oz. The Sig P322 features a slide-mounted optic, a 4" barrel, and weighs 17.1 oz. Both are optics-ready .22 LR pistols with high capacities.

How reliable is the Taurus TX22 Competition with different types of ammunition?

During a 1500-round test, the TX22 Competition was 100% reliable with CCI Mini-Mags. However, it experienced an average of two failures to feed per 50 rounds with several other, more sensitive ammunition loads.

Is the Taurus TX22 Competition suitable for defensive training?

It's less ideal for defensive training primarily because its optic mounts to the barrel, not the slide. This difference affects holster compatibility and overall handling compared to pistols designed for defensive use.

What are some potential mechanical issues with the Taurus TX22 Competition?

Some users, including the reviewer, have observed a roll pin at the rear of the slide backing out during firing. There are also community reports of slide breakage, though the reviewer found it to be his best Taurus experience.

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