Taurus TX22 Competition Review & Shoot 22LR

Published on February 15, 2024
Duration: 13:25

This review of the Taurus TX22 Competition model highlights its advantages over the standard TX22, particularly its integrated optic mount and slightly longer barrel. The reviewer demonstrates its accuracy with various ammunition types at different distances, noting its preference for hotter loads and better performance with certain brands. The video also touches on the pistol's excellent trigger and ergonomics, making it a strong contender for rimfire competition or general plinking.

Quick Summary

The Taurus TX22 Competition offers an integrated optic mount and a slightly longer barrel, improving cycling reliability with mounted optics compared to the standard model. It performs well with hotter 22LR ammunition and demonstrates good accuracy at 100 yards, featuring an excellent trigger and comfortable ergonomics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Overview
  2. 00:36Key Differences: Competition vs. Standard Model
  3. 01:01Factory Sights & Optic Mounting
  4. 01:30Cycling Reliability with Optics
  5. 02:13Threaded Barrel & Magazine Count
  6. 02:43Range Session: 10 Yards Accuracy
  7. 04:21Initial Accuracy Assessment
  8. 04:59Zeroing Adjustments
  9. 05:20Ammunition Testing: Geco Super Extra
  10. 05:54Ammunition Testing: Armscor
  11. 06:30Ammunition Accuracy Summary
  12. 06:55Longer Range Shooting: 25, 50, 75 Yards
  13. 08:53100 Yard Gong Shooting
  14. 10:03Optic Looseness Observation
  15. 10:23Trigger Pull Analysis
  16. 11:18Ergonomics and Feel
  17. 11:46Final Thoughts & Recommendation
  18. 12:09Red Dot Sight Mention
  19. 12:35Overall Opinion on TX22 Series
  20. 13:01Comparison Video Tease

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the Taurus TX22 Competition and the standard TX22?

The Taurus TX22 Competition features an integrated optic mount mid-slide, a slightly longer barrel, and typically comes with three 16-round magazines instead of two. These enhancements make it more suitable for mounting optics without cycling issues common on the standard model.

How does the Taurus TX22 Competition perform with different types of 22LR ammunition?

The TX22 Competition performs best with hotter 22LR loads (around 1300-1400 ft/s) and heavier bullets (36 grains+). While it can cycle with lighter loads, hotter ammunition ensures reliable operation, especially with an optic. Some ammunition, like Geco Super Extra, proved very accurate, while others like Armscor were less so.

What is the trigger quality like on the Taurus TX22 Competition?

The trigger on the Taurus TX22 Competition is highly praised, described as excellent with a short reset and a clean, crisp break. It has a very slight amount of creep that is difficult to detect and breaks around 4 pounds, making it suitable for accurate shooting.

Can the Taurus TX22 Competition shoot accurately at longer distances?

Yes, the Taurus TX22 Competition is capable at longer distances. The reviewer demonstrated hits on a 16-inch gong at 100 yards, even in windy conditions and with ammunition it didn't prefer, suggesting good inherent accuracy and potential for tighter groups with better ammo.

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