Complaints Corrected - REMATCH Taurus GX4 vs Ruger Max-9

Published on August 8, 2023
Duration: 18:36

This video revisits a comparison between the Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9, focusing on correcting previously identified complaints. The presenter addresses the GX4's sight picture issues under rapid fire by installing an aftermarket rear sight and the Max-9's grip slippage with aftermarket panels. After these modifications, the firearms are re-evaluated for performance, aiming to create a more equal playing field and determine if the complaints have been effectively resolved.

Quick Summary

After correcting common complaints, the Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9 now perform nearly equally. The GX4's sight picture was improved with aftermarket sights, enhancing rapid-fire accuracy, while the Max-9's grip slippage was resolved with aftermarket panels, leading to comparable performance in tests.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: GX4 vs Max-9 Rematch
  2. 00:45Factory Sight Comparison: GX4 vs Max-9
  3. 01:23Previous Complaint: Max-9 Grip Issues
  4. 01:41Aftermarket Grip Panels for Max-9
  5. 02:04Addressing GX4 Sight Complaint
  6. 03:38Initial Paper Target Zeroing
  7. 04:36GX4 Paper Target Results
  8. 05:04Max-9 Paper Target Results
  9. 05:54Steel Target Knockdown Challenge
  10. 06:42GX4 Steel Target Performance
  11. 07:28Max-9 Steel Target Performance
  12. 08:02Magazine Comparison: Flush Fit Mags
  13. 08:40Rapid Fire Double Taps: GX4
  14. 09:16Rapid Fire Double Taps: Max-9
  15. 10:23Impact of Sight Upgrade on GX4
  16. 11:22Sustained Fire Drill: Max-9
  17. 12:32Sustained Fire Drill: Max-9 (Improved)
  18. 13:14Sustained Fire Drill: GX4
  19. 13:48Comparing Sustained Fire Results
  20. 14:44Conclusion: GX4 and Max-9 Now Equal?
  21. 14:55Precision Comparison After Mods
  22. 16:23GX4 Trigger Improvement
  23. 17:19Final Verdict: Equal Performance
  24. 17:45Outro & Future Videos

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main complaints about the Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9 in the previous comparison?

The primary complaint about the Taurus GX4 was its sight picture under rapid fire, making accurate hits difficult. For the Ruger Max-9, the main issue was grip slippage, causing the firearm to slide in the hand during shooting.

How were the complaints about the Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9 addressed in this video?

The Taurus GX4's sight issues were addressed by installing an aftermarket rear sight for improved sight acquisition. The Ruger Max-9's grip slippage was resolved by applying aftermarket grip panels to enhance traction and stability.

Did the modifications significantly improve the performance of the Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9?

Yes, the modifications made the firearms perform much more comparably. The GX4's rapid-fire accuracy improved with the new sights, and the Max-9's handling was enhanced by the better grip, making them nearly equal.

What is the current performance comparison between the modified Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9?

After addressing their respective weaknesses, both the Taurus GX4 and Ruger Max-9 now perform very similarly. The presenter concludes they are essentially equal, with no significant advantage for one over the other in most scenarios.

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