Five timed double taps were fired to the chest of a silhouette target. The second test involved timed tactical drills from a concealed holster at 10 yds.
#TAURUS G3 9MM LUGER FULL#
Full velocity, energy and accuracy results are in the attached table. This gun definitely liked the heavier bullets. Next most accurate was the Federal 135 HS Deep. The most accurate load was the Federal Syntech 138 gr. Five loads were chosen to test velocity, muzzle energy and 15 yd. So further testing was conducted with ammunition loaded with 124 gr.,135 gr. When a dead center aim was used, both of these loads shot low. 375", making quick follow-up shots possible.Īfter cleaning and lubing the gun, the Taurus G3 was used for the Army L portion of the Flagler Gun Club's weekly informal Bullseye Match.
Reset distance for the trigger was about. which is quite acceptable for a defensive pistol. On the other hand, both the single action and second strike pulls measured an identical 5.5 lbs. In addition, trigger pull was long and became somewhat gritty as it stacked, and it had some overtravel.
#TAURUS G3 9MM LUGER MANUAL#
The operation of the slide was smooth, the slide lock activated every time on an empty magazine, the manual safety was positive in its operation, the trigger safety operated properly and the magazine release smartly ejected the magazine, although I'd prefer a release that is not quite as tall as the one on the Taurus G3. All lines were straight and there were no sharp edges or tool marks anywhere on the gun inside or out. Finish of the slide was an even matte black, and the polymer frame was well-configured with just a slight mold mark between the two halves. Fit was acceptable with a bit of lateral play between the slide and frame. The stippled panels on all sides of the G3's grip provide a sure hold under a variety of weather conditions.Ī workbench examination indicated that the overall quality of the G3 appears to be good. The G3 has long manual safety lever that is easy to disengage with a downward movement of the thumb and a thumb rest groove that helps the shooter establish a firm grasp on the grip. This allows the owner to use a shorter magazine that is less likely to "print" through clothing, which is an important feature for buyers who carry concealed under light clothing at least part of the year.
The grip is sized to fit a 15 round magazine. The lower capacity magazines are designed to comply with laws and regulations enforced in some jurisdictions. Depending upon where the buyer lives G3, comes with an extended 17-round magazine and a flush-fit 15-round magazine, two 15 rounders or two 10-rounders. Taurus describes the G3 as their "full-size" gun, however it is very similar in size to a Glock 19. The new G3 is similar in overall design to the sub-compact G2, except that it is a larger pistol. It was easy to use, had good quality control and it reliably fired a variety of defensive ammo. I reviewed a PT-111 Millennium G2 six years ago and found it was a reliable handgun with adequate accuracy for personal defense. The Taurus Millennium G3 is an attractive pistol that has many features of more expensive guns, even though its MSRP is quite reasonable. What other concealable 4" 9mm semi-auto offers an 18 round capacity, a single-action fire control unit with a second strike capability and a three-slot accessory rail for only $345.23? Those who want a basic 9mm pistol for personal and home defense will be hard-pressed to find a well-equipped 9mm at a lower price. Operation Control Finish: Teflon.The new Taurus G3 pistol offers a number of desirable tactical features for a very reasonable price.
The concept proved so popular with consumers that Taurus quickly set about to provide this customizing option for the full-size G3 platform.
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