Taurus G2C 9mm upgrades & 1100 round observations
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
- In this video, I detail the upgrades that I've done to one of my G2c pistols, compare wear patterns on a 1100 round G2c to a unused G2c, go over the details of the way that I built my 20 round magazines, discuss in detail how I chose to carry this gun and share my overall general thoughts on this firearm.
The best review of the Taurus G2c I’ve seen.... and I’ve watched at least a hundred. Love my Taurus G2c. Great video sir
Thank you.
I agree, great vid! My stock G2c is 1k rounds in and no complaints yet. It’s kinda even replacing my Shield and G26 for EDC😳
CLplusP I can’t wait till mine gets in at the shop !
MN NICE GAMING saw a great deal and am picking one up tmw. Hopefully I won’t be disappointed
^Wrd 4 wrd
Now this is a review. Best 16 minutes 20 seconds I've invested in educating myself about pistols. I'm impressed. Thank you sir and please keep doing what you're doing.
Thank you.
Agreed
Damn AJ, this video is fucking great. I love your extra work looking at the ammo after misfires, showing similarities/diff in G2C vs glock striker system, and extra photos. I'm wanting to carry appendix also and have been a little queasy, and I love how you shared your double action first shot trick. You seem extremely intelligent and I appreciate the time you put into this video.
The review I’ve been looking for man. Everything I could’ve even wondered about this gun has been answered. Thank you.
I'll add to the long list of people, this was a fantastic video. Clear, concise and no fluff. I'm on my 3rd g2c in 4 years and this is by far the best video I've seen on this pistol. I'll be copying EVERY upgrade you've done. Thank you sir. Carry on.
P.S. not really sure why there's 45 thumbs down but you got a big fat thumbs up from me
Thank you. I appreciate that. As far as the “thumbs down”, some people have had bad experiences with Taurus that they just can’t get past.
Really detailed and well done videos by A.J. C.
I'm not an expert by any stretch of the imagination, but got to the same point with my G2 about a year and a half ago, except I didn't change the trigger or sights, and I got a DELTAC Extended Slide Lock Lever.
I had no problems with the gun using either the 10 or the 20 round magazines.
So I bought a G2C and set it up like the G2, and first time to the range, the problems began with the 20 round clips stovepiping in first, the G2C.
Went home and thoroughly cleaned both guns and even lubricated the magazines, and was rewarded for my efforts with both guns jamming with the 20 round clips next trip to the range. Both guns still worked fine with the 10 round clips.
Both Taurus and MekGar went into denial mode: the former saying they did not warranty the gun when used with third party mags, and the latter saying they publish a disclaimer that the 20 round magazine is not intended for use with Taurus.
So I contacted Wollf and the springs are backordered til mid January. ( I own 5 of those Mekgar 20 round magazines, because they had always been 100% reliable up until that day I took my new G2C out the first time.)
I'm looking forward to swapping the springs and see if it helps.
In late November, the rear sight escaped from the G2 along with the screw. I found the rear sight chewed up on the ground, but of course not the tiny screw.
I'm still waiting for Taurus to send me the new rear sight and screw. Been waiting many
many weeks.
Both guns continue to fire reliably with the 10 round Taurus mags, but I really liked the concept of 20 rounds in small format economical 9mm.
I tried a bunch of holsters, and settled on a pair of "BB Make" (LH & RH), and a pair of "We
The People" (LH & RH). BTW, I had to modify the BB
Make a little because the holster interfered with the magazine eject button.
That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
Thanks for the comment. Sorry to hear about the troubles you had with your magazines and sights. I’ve had great luck with my magazine setup, no issues whatsoever (except for the one hiccup during the break in period). Hope everything works out.
Excellent is a word I don’t give out often ... but you did an excellent job!!!
I really enjoy your thorough explanation of your decisions to make changes to your firearm and holster. A very well made video sir and very informative.
Without a doubt this video is the most comprehensive and thorough review of the Taurus G2C. I specifically liked the section on the upgrades that you installed on this pistol. I also have to complement you on identifying the ware patterns that one might expect when purchasing this pistol. One of the best reviews on this pistol that I seen.
Grear video and delivery. Thanks for sharing. I'm grateful to guys like you who are doing this kind of work that guys like me cant. Real happy to see you endorse the gun because I just picked one up 4th of July for $155 OTD after rebate. I'm giddy as hell that this gun seems to be such a great value. Feels like getting in on the ground floor of something big.
That’s the best price I’ve heard on this firearm yet. Awesome.
I bought my g2c a few months ago...
This video is literally a compilation of all the useful info from DOZENS of vids I watched for this gun.
This video is pretty much all you need to know.
Thank you, I appreciate that.
@@ajcj1970 your welcome. Hey man do you think the 18rd mag is consistent or reliable enough to use for everyday self defense carry?
I’ve only had one hiccup with mine during the break in period. So I would trust mine. But with the new G3 mags being compatible with the G2c, that’s the path I would take. I think they have a OEM 17 round mag. I also heard that Bloody Wheels is making a mag sleeve for them, should be awesome. I’ll be get a couple of those just to check them out.
@@ajcj1970 So the G3 doesn't have most of the problems you fixed on your G2? I haven't heard anything bad on the G3 yet other than a little wear on the sides from the holster! I enjoyed your video, very informative! Thanks!
So is that what you're saying???
SUPERB review and presentation of aftermarket. Clear video and thank you for speaking slowly and clearly.
I have 1200 rounds through mine and haven't done anything except black out the rear sights, add aTalon grip, and polish the free ramps. The trigger is now super smooth and I know when it's going to break. I had 1 failure to load the first day and nothing since. After the first 800 rounds it became my every day carry for summer. I carry a Glock 22 in the winter. Great review. Look forward to seeing more.
I have 1900 rounds through mine and have not had a single malfunction my wife has 500 rounds through hers without a single malfunction that is a great gun
Extremely informative and that double action pull for your personal choice of appendix carry makes perfect sense! I love my 4 G2’s... carry day & night.
I didn’t expect to like this firearm as much as I do. The More I ran it, carried it and worked on it, the more it impressed me.
Excellent review. Just bought this same gun over the weekend, my first handgun. Once I master my grip and stop limp wristing it, I'm sure I'll really love my choice, can't beat the price!
This is the best G2c review by far. A person that does not have much money could buy this and improve it over time. I am that guy thanks. Just subscribed. Now this is useful information!
Thank you for the video, I appreciate the DA carry tip and also the info on the upgrades and where to acquire them.
Amazing review, you take a lot of time to detail the quality ..... I am really impressed, I really appreciate your time.
Really thorough video that gave me a lot to consider for the future. For anyone considering this gun, I have made no upgrades to the gun and shoot the cheapest ammo through it with 0 problems. I would say this gun is like a Hyundai. It’s not a Cadillac, but it will keep running and run when you need it to for cheap.
matthew kondakor oh shit I hope you mean a Honda
Very detailed, I appreciate that! I did the same upgrades...I did some without understanding fully “why.” Thanks for the awesome explanation!
Thank you. I'm very happy with my new G2C. I've already upgraded the recoil spring and the striker guide, both to stainless steel. Next is the trigger to reduce length of pull to the wall. I really like the tip on carrying uncocked with a round in the chamber. Great tip for concealed carry.
This was a great review. I just purchased this at Academy during their Black Friday sale and I can’t wait to upgrade it.
What kind of deal do they have going? Academy?
@@jamieworthey6442 I got mine from Rural King for $169 after the rebate. You just have to watch their specials that go really low at the same time Taurus is running rebates. You should be able to buy this gun for less than $200 without a rebate. Timing is everything for the absolute lowest price.
Great review. I'm about to get the IWI Masada but I'm getting this gun now. Very in depth review with a lot of info. Thanks
My first gun was a Glock 19 and 30 days later the Taurus 709 Slim. Over 2 1/2 years both guns demonstrated the same reliability, 4,000 rounds on Glock and 5,600 rounds on Taurus, without any failures. The difference was accuracy, where the Glock was better. I've recently replaced the 709 with the Glock 43X, giving reliability & accuracy in 1,500 failure free rounds. I purchased a Taurus 738 TCP in the first year, but eventually gave up on it as not being reliable and not fun to shoot. The pleasant surprise was my Taurus Spectrum purchased 18 months ago. With excellent recoil management, it is fun to shoot every week, along with Glock. It's very accurate under 10 yards. I have over 2,500 failure free rounds with it, with all kinds of ammo. I've only seen issues with cheap ammo that didn't fire on first strike, but always on restrike. It has been my EDC of choice for well over a year.
Great video. I own many high dollar firearms but also have 3 PT111 G2’s and have thousands of round through them with no hiccups. Great hi for the money and for every Law biding American!
Great no nonsense review. And I appreciate your comments on the upgrades you made. Thank you!
The G2C is my home gun, I carry a Bersa Thunder 380 Plus 15 + 1. Back to the G2C I've taking care of the Sites, Spring, Trigger & 20 Rd mags with the help from BloodyWheels . I also found the American Eagle 124gr a good defense load. I thank you for pointing out some other things to keep an eye on. I carry iwb right side between 3 & 4 O'Clock, soft leather. A very good gum for the money & the upgrades.
Glad you liked the video. I have a couple Bersa Thunder 380s, absolutely love them. I’ve always thought about getting a Bersa Thunder 380 plus. Might be a future purchase.
Oh! one more I learn from another UA-camr the 20 rd-er mags have problems with the steel case, failure to feed. But it will eat brass all day long.
Thank you for the reply, I do need to proofread a little better. Its happens a lot with most two fingers typer, and you don't catch the red line.
It happens to the best of us. I assume your talking about the vidio from Glockshooter79 (just changed his channel name to 2A EDU). I seen it right before I put together my magazines, but I never plan on shooting steel case unless I have to, so it wasn't really an issue for me.
I know. But its nice when getting a helping hand. But when he cut his hair and what he does for a living & teaching Rei to shoot. My mind went to David Carradine in Kung fu & what Master Po named him Grasshopper! But for the G2C it was my local indoor range and rented one. I put 200 rd of 115gr Blazer Brass through it, the next weekend I passes my test & took one home with me. Because of Grasshoppers first G2C video. See you in the Comments.
I agree with all of the others who say that this is the best review of this gun that they've seen. Thank you very much for your attention to detail, and for your meticulous explanation of things. I appreciate also how you took the time to illustrate different things such as the wear points, with little arrows, and the prices of various upgrades. I've subscribed and am looking forward to seeing more of your videos. I hope that you do the taurus g3 in the future. I understand that one is an extension of the other... But since I recently bought a g3, I hope to learn more about it.
I think you made an excellent video with excellent points. I have the exact same pistol that I bought used for $175. I have changed to the Lakeline LLC stainless steel guide rod assembly and also the striker slide replaced with stainless steel. I am going to upgrade my sites the fiber-optic form Lakeline
LLC. I think you have the best video out there explaining the pros and cons of this firearm. Very well done and exactly to the point. As far as the trigger goes I'm okay with the stock trigger for now. I've watched videos on replacing it looks rather involved. Bottom line I think it's a great gun and God forbid it ever confiscated in a defense situation I'm not out $600 for a while. I'm also a USCCA member. I think that's extremely important. Thank you and stay safe, Second Amendment!🇺🇸👍
Great video with a lot of information. I have over 2000 rounds on my Taurus G2C and no problems awesome gun.
Sir, your video is the most complete video about G2C. Thank you very much!
I love mine. I have put 550 through it. I only can afford to do 50-100 rounds at a time. I find it to be quite fun and it fits right in the small of my back. I do have to wear an undershirt due to the abrasiveness of the grip but as a large due I can get sweaty palms and the gip never slips at all. Love it. If my wife was not so obsessed with the S&W .380 Ez I would buy her one!
@EyesInTheDark1 She just does not like the 9mm. She has tried all kinds and just loves the .380. She does not shoot as much as me. She shoots enough to be responsible but not like someone that just loves the sport. Its fun for her but there are other things she enjoys doing more. I would rather give her something she is comfortable with than force something for the sake of money. If she is more comfortable and feels more safe with it, it is worth the cost.
Wish it came with a decocker like walthers, I looked into the load-assemble on other pistols so they won't be stored or carried cocked. Glad to see you included how to do that. Thanks 👍👍
Awesome Video! Outstanding presentation on the G2C and I agree 100% with your Finding and what you did with the G2c I did that same to both the G2c and G2s that I purchased this past Black Friday after reading and seeing a lot of videos with great words on this new pistols. I have not added an extended magazine. I added all the Lakeline llc parts before I took my pistols out to the range for the first time as well and waited for the trigger upgrade until after the first range trip. My G2c the trigger safety was sticking about every other trigger pull which got very annoying and DANGEROUS in a Self Defense Situation because the trigger would not move back no matter where I put my finger on the trigger when I swapped out the trigger the plastic was not cut out and had a small piece that jamming it. The G2s worked fine but it also go the DA/SA trigger just like the G2c. The one thing that I added that you did not talk about was the Talon Grip with added a Rubberized Grip tape around the grip of the pistol that added an extra millimeter and gave me a better purchase on the pistol I have big hands I normally wear 2XL gloves but the Talon helped the me with the grip I usually add Talon Grips to all my sidearms since they are great piece of kit and work great. I also Added TruGlo Night SIght Pro on both the G2c and G2s since I like the Tritium.
FYI: The Only Weapon Light that works with the G2 series is the Olight PL-MINI 2 Valkyrie and starting at midnight tonight it's going to be 2 of them a Tan and a Black for 107.94 that is 40% off normal price! THey are Great lights 600 lumens and they are rechargeable unit so no batteries needed and I have had mine since January and they work GREAT just like all the other Olights lights!
Thank you. Sorry to hear you had so much trouble with your trigger. My original did snag a bit at first but broke in nicely after my first range trip. As far as the light, I’ve seen a couple videos showing that the streamlight TRL6 for the “railed Glock” fits the G2c. I haven’t tried it but it looks awesome and I think you pick one of those up for around $80.
@@ajcj1970 The Trigger safety was a stubborn but I love the "I like to tinker trigger". The way that you load your pistol is an interesting way am used to carrying a 1911 so turning off the safety as I pull the pistol out of the holster is now second nature to me. I normally carry the G2c in light shorts and tshirt and it works well or as a backup small of the back.
Outstanding review. Most comprehensive and fair.
I've been watching PT111 and G2C vids for over a year (before and since purchasing mine). Best one out there. Kudos!
Thanks for following up. I am waiting for the new springs and what weather to warm up before retrying. It's 53 and breezy today.
(LOL)
The pistols fire reliably with the 10 round magazines, so with a pair of them I feel I can adequately protect the family.
But I still intend to stay with the project since my problem appears to be an anomaly I have several hundred dollars in these Taurus' and I can't quite afford a pair of Sigs.
When the springs are installed, I'll try out and keep track of at what point in the stack the jams occur across the several magazines (4-10rd, 5 20rd) and two pistols.
(As I mentioned there were no jams with the Taurus clips last time I was at the range).
If I do not keep the pistols clean and lubricated they both load jam and all bets are off.
After the session where I encountered the MekGar problems, I also polished the ramps on the barrels to a mirror finish with rouge and my Dremel.
I noticed the barrels in both guns move significantly when the slide is locked open, and this affects the ramp exposing more of the frame where the rounds must travel.
Assuming the problem persists. I'm hoping the springs resolve the issues.
Sorry I am so wordy, but I usually get paid by the word.
I really enjoyed your video. Extremely informational, thank you!
I also bought high capacity mags for several G2Cs we own. The 15 round mags ran perfectly, but the 18 round versions malfunctioned. I will try your stiffer spring fix now. I fitted Glock 19 versions of the Streamlight TLR6 Laser/Lights on two of mine and they work great. All of mine have Lakeline mods that run fine. Still shocked at what a great pistol Taurus has given us!
My 20 round mags have been preforming 100% (except for that one hiccup during the break in period). Now that the G3 was introduced, the G3 17 round mag is a great alternative also. Hope it all works out.
Thanks, is the best review of the Taurus g2c I’ve ever seen.
Thorough and well thought out review brotha!! Great presentation!! Thank you!!
Nicely explained and demonstrated. Thank you for the info. I'll be putting it to use when I get my g2c
Great video !! Looking to buy this gun and saw lots of reviews but this one the best so far!!!! Keep up the good work
Polishing the entire striker made a big difference on mine and the plunger too
Great video. And FYI I was ur 1000th sub. 🤘🏼
👍 😎
Crazy. I just got the G2c and have the EXACT same mods as you do except the magazines.
Bought the Millennium PT111 G2 3yrs ago. Over 1500rds with zero issues. Recoil spring, night sights and extended mags. Bought G2S for my Dad and G3 for my daughter.
Awesome informational Review on the G2c!!! Thank you for all the concise details, recommended upgrades and accessories. Thanks for introducing me to CYA Co. I ordered my holster online today. After first hearing you mention CYA, I watched & read many reviews and even found them stocked at a local academy. I decided to order direct for the carbon fiber finish. Though I’ve been carrying alien gear holster the last year and a half I decided to give CYA a try.
I unfortunately experienced a couple of jams in the very first initial rounds of my G2c yesterday when shooting it for the first time. A lil disappointed but after going through the first magazine it did not happen again. I may eventually upgrade the rod guide and spring along with the pin guide. But I’d like to get a few more rounds through the stock model to make sure I do not get any more malfunctions.
Thanks Again for the info. Best Regards, LB
Try not to let your initial malfunctions get you too discouraged. All firearms have break in periods when malfunctions often happen (even Glock and other high dollar brands). I personally clean and lubricate my new firearms before firing. I see no benefits of shooting a firearm “right out of the box”. I’ve seen too many firearms come from the factories with all sorts of debris in them. Good luck, hope it all works out, and thanks for the comment.
Thanks for the shoutout!!
Great upgrades!!
Your stuff is awesome. Thanks for making a quality product.
I have one of your sleeves and it works great.
Mitchell Teeters
Awesome!! Thanks Mitchell. I appreciate your business!
Excellent review. Many reviews I have watched and this is by far the best
many thanks for a great video, I've had my eye on the G2c for a while now, it'll be my next purchase!
Great video sir! Really educational and right to the point. I bought 3 of this guns.
Really good explanation of G2C and how it works! Thanks! Liked and subscribed!
THIS is the most in-depth report on this pistol .I have been on the fence about this weapon size,weight,all good but after seeing your report I will get it and makesimular upgrades to it .I am a LEO and for me this pistol is for protection were this pistol must perform .Again great report the best that I 've seen so far.
poppy1952 I hear ya. This definitely makes my gen3 G19 jealous.
Very thoughtful review. Nicely done!
I think highly of mine, it lives in my vehicle and I trust it.
Been carrying mine 2 years now I have 5000 rounds thru it and it still go bang!! It’s a little beat up 🤕 now but still works
Raven Rav the first 100 rounds I had a couple of failure to eject but I think it was the Ammo. I have a inside waist band holster that I use.
I’ve got around 1000 rounds thru mine. Only has a few failure to feeds with aluminum ammo. And the front sight came off. I love mine.
I purchased a G2C, adding it to my gun stable of a Sig 1911. Glock 26, and Canick TP9DA. The G2C is a comfortable gun, if not more comfortable than the blockier G26. It is inexpensive BECAUSE of some rough edges, so to speak. I glad to see some aftermarket companies stepping up with some great upgrades. This little gun really does compete in the Glock subcompact area, with the only real "downside" being the trigger. It FEELS clunky, long, and unpolished. A complete polish job will do wonders, however. Take the time to carefully debur, sand, and polish the parts, and you will be rewarded with a much smoother action. Taurus really has come a long ways, and I expect good things to come!!
You tried the Canik mags in the G2C yet?
@@kylesonsalla7620 No, I have not.
@@TangoCharlieAlpha
They're supposed to fit and function, just looking for some feedback on that
Not fo people with A.D.D. That being said, i have easily watched 20 some odd videos on the G2. This is probably the most in depth review i have seen ever on the G2. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
I carry mine uncocked too and that's also why I love the G2C.
Damn. Great review. Wish more reviews were like this.
Good review. Nice holster recommendation as well.
Nice upgrades, and great video.
I've put on trijicon night sights and the Psuedo backstrap trigger from Keep Tinkering...single action only now.
I couldn't be any happier with how much better it shoots now.
Thanks for sharing, liked and subbed 👍
I like that the G2C can take my 226 mags but it doesn't always lock open with the 226 Mec-gar mag I own. It seems to so fit fine and not a huge deal. It's always a huge bonus to have magazine compatability within firearms.
Love my G2c and my lakeline upgrades! I also had a failure to feed with the extended mags also. Great value!
Nice video well thought out.I love my Taurus G2C .I think for the money you can't beat it.
Just bought it. I’m happy to hear your review.
I have 2 of these pistols with the mods you mention. Neither of these guns with function with the 18 round mec-gar 226 mags. I also bought several other 15 round oxide finished mags that function perfectly. A model 19 Glock TLR6 Streamlight Laser/Light fits perfectly and functions well on this pistol. I did the Lakeline Mods on both pistols and they work fine.
Sorry to hear about your 18 round Mec Gar mags not working, my experience is only with the 20 rounders with the +5% springs, which function without issue for me. That’s weird that the 15 round magazines work but the 18 round magazines don’t. During my research I did happen upon a video of someone mounting a TRL6 on a G2c and it looked like it fit perfectly. I believe they market that to fit “any railed Glock”.
@@ajcj1970 I normally carry a much modified 9mm Shield with APEX trigger kit, Big Dot sights, Wolfe trigger spring and HYVE mag. I bought a G2C from Palmetto State Armory in Bluffton, SC for my girlfriend and was so impressed by it that I bought several more for myself and my sons. Best bargain on the market.
Excellent job and highly appreciated, thank you for the lowdown for this very good and well made compact auto pistol
Just wanted to tell ya man, your channel is awesome, and I hope you keep making videos.
great video im picking mine up this friday after my background check i have shot different types of guns renting on the range or my friends with whats going on i
needed to get a firearm on a tight budget so this is my 1st firearm purchase
It’s a great firearm. You should be very happy. May I suggest that you use a “heavy for caliber” hollow point carry round. Something 125 or 147 grain. I would also suggest that your carry round NOT be +P rated, it will keep the wear on your fire warm to a minimum. I personally run a 147 grain Golden Sabre bonded hollow point round. Good luck, be safe.
@@ajcj1970 thank you for the suggestion and yes I plan on reading more thanks again
@@ajcj1970 how do you know if your round is p+rated
The box of ammo will literally say +P on the box somewhere.
@@ajcj1970 ok thank you
Thank you Sir. All around great video I appreciate the prices you've included for each upgrade. I've had mine for 4 years now I have about 800 rounds through it and I think its due for some updates.
Nice video - i hand polished the metals inside the G2C my trigger is good my grouping is good from 8 yards to 20 yards - i owe two G2C have given 10 more to my family - my G2C is smooth as butter my polishing removed the grit and grime that u heard when u pull and release the slide - i highly recommend this weapon because of the price and it's reliability and accuracy - This G2C holds it own against sig h&k Glock Ruger Smith&Wesson and anybody else that sells firearms - the G2C Taurus is the best $200 gun on the planet -
Totally agree. It’s the best “bang for your buck” that I personally have ever come across. I wasn’t expecting to like it as much as I do. So much so, that I went out and bought a second one while the rebate was still active.
I do the exact same loading for edc procedure! Leave it D.A. Hands down the best G2 informative review. Subscribed!
Great review as soon as I saw your double action decocked carry trick I paused and immediately did it . Awesome
Cool. Glad you liked the content.
Ive had this same gun for a year already and havent haf any issues with it. To me if it has wear on the exterior isnt a big deal because its just a tool. Good review and info 👍
Dude this was a fan-fucking-tastic review. Absolutely phenomenal. BRAVO BRAVO!! Very intelligent and well spoken man. Kudos 2 u buddy
This was a tremendous Video !! Very precise, very well done. Very well Narrated . Liked & Subscribed
This was a great review! Just learned so much more thanks to it
That stainless striker guide is the single best thing you can do for that gun for the money involved. Done it to 2 G2C's, a G2S, and an older Millenium G2. Best part, with the M-G2, it disables that stupid key lock.
Totally agree. If I could only do one upgrade, that would be the one.
I have watched hundreds of Vids on this Pistol....LOVE the Appendix Carry SAFE part...I am buying one of these Pistols!!!!!
Best review on the subject
Great review, the 18 rd mags from my Canik tp9sa also fit. Not carrying appendix, not worried about the single action, but good to see the process.
When you replace the plastic striker guide with a stainless steel guide from Lakeline LLC you also deactivate the Taurus lock system because the stainless steel striker guide does not have the circular clearance to accommodate the lock mechanism to rotate into a locked position. I was worried that the Taurus lock may engage unintentionally and render the gun unusable, so upgrading the striker guide seemed to be a good idea. But doing so also improves the trigger pull by reducing the grittiness of trigger take up. Double win!
You definitely know how to do a review. Great info.
Awesome...and very informative video...great job!!!
Great vid! Just purchased my G2C-SS and cant wait to fire it.
First great video I have had this gun since June and have already put 1000 rounds through it. Its still great it is a good gun amd worth the price. I am now thinking about getting the G3
Great review. Nice job!!
I love the Keep Tinkering trigger. I got the SAO standard one, and the pull much shorter and it breaks a little further out.
I had no problems with G2C 9MM, it was more that Taurus only makes copies of Ruger's LCP in 380 ACP. So when I picked up a Bersa Thunder 380 plus 15+1. A Walther PPK knock off, full alloy frame & with fixed barrel. Is when I started changing my everyday carry.to metal frames. The Kel-Tec P10 is your no frills Borax model, but Sccy & Kel-Tec or different sides of the same coin. The peacock & the yard chicken. But who-ever gets my old G2C will already have all the upgrades. Thanks to Taurus not having enough insight to produce a G2C 380 ACP, or 32ACP. But Taurus if I'm not mistaken Smith & Wesson-M&P bought them Beretta, so they could open a plant in the US to compete for a military contact with the 92 platform. I also have a P Beretta in 9mm, 380ACP. 32ACP & a1954 22LR all in the 92 configuration. An hope someday to put a Soviet Bloc CZ in the gun case.
Love my PT-111 Millennium, older model of the G2C, I installed a Asmund Short Stroke Trigger on mine and it made an absolute WORLD of difference. Smooth trigger pull, light and FAR more crisp. I'm assuming more or less the same kind of results you got with your trigger replacement. Great review, solid information. Thank you for the video!
The new trigger definitely makes a huge difference. I would run this firearm stock if I needed to, knowing the reliability would still be there. I generally don’t mind a trigger safety but the way this one is designed, I don’t care for.
I tried the method shown in this video to load the chamber without cocking the striker (so your first round will be fired with DA trigger pull). In my G2, the round failed to fire on the first DA strike. But it fired with the 2nd DA pull. I repeated the test and the exact same thing happened : the round fired after the 2nd DA strike. I used the WWB ammo. I verified that the striker hit the primer on the first DA strike. Using a pencil in the bore (with the eraser end sitting right against the striker hole) the G2 launched the pencil on both DA and SA trigger pull. The pencil was launched almost equal distance away suggesting the striker hits the pencil with about the same force in both DA and SA strike. So I am not sure why my G2 failed to fire the round in DA mode on the 1st strike. I suspect the striker does not hit as hard in DA mode compared in SA mode. I recommend you test your gun and the specific ammo you use for carry to make sure that the gun and ammo work reliably in DA mode on the first strike.
Every time I go to the range I test this loading method. It’s worked flawlessly for me. Maybe it’s your ammo, might be the firearm. Maybe your not loading it properly. Did you try it with your carry ammo? Everyone should test their carry ammo in their firearm (quality should be better). If it’s not working for you, I would suggest returning to the manufacturer suggested loading method.
@@ajcj1970 I did not bring my carry ammo at that time since the G2 was not my carry piece at this point. But I plan to run this test using a number of JHP samples I have. Will report the results here. I also have a replacement striker spring from Lakeline LLC. I installed it once and found it to increase the trigger pull weight compared to the factory spring. So I put the factory spring back. If Lakeline striker spring is indeed heavier I would expect it to cause the striker to hit harder in both DA and SA modes. I also have multiple G2 pistols in the family. Will run this test with different guns.
Shearing information like this is only true way to get reliable research and development information. I look forward to hearing your results.
@@ajcj1970 I tested the DA mode on loaded chamber using 4 PT111 G2 with 6 different ammo (3 fmj and 3 jhp). The FMJ are WWB, Remington UMC green box, and Perfecta. The JHP are Win Personal Protection 115 gn, Remington 115 JHP, and Herter's 115 JHP.
Bottom line : the DA is unreliable in 2 out of 4 pistols with up to 40-50% failure to fire on 1st strike. The other 2 pistols fared better with 90% or better success rate. Ammo brands that failed to fire were mixed. But I noticed that the Remington 115 jhp is the most reliable with DA mode across all pistols.
I took 1 of the pistol with the most failures and replaced the striker spring with a new aftermarket spring from Lakeline LLC. This did not improve the reliability of the DA mode.
The forward sear that operates in DA mode is positioned about 1/4" forward of the rear sear that operates in SA mode. This means the striker spring is compressed more in SA mode producing greater force for the striker to hit the primer. The lower striker force in DA mode may be further dampened by extra friction experienced by the striker in the striker channel or striker guide. My.suspicion points to the striker spring cup. The shape of the outer cup is not all rounded. There arw some square-ish sections of the cup exterior that could exert additional friction which could slow down the striker just enough to cause light primer strike in DA mode. I will investigate the striker spring cup theory further.
For now I will continue to carry the G2 in cocked and locked mode.
Nice. Thanks for the information. In my mind, I still don’t like the thought of the striker being under pressure while it’s pointed at me. Pulling the trigger twice when I unholster (which I hope I never have to) is still a better option then carrying this gun “cocked”. If I wound decide to carry in any way other then appendix, I would consider “preloading” the striker. But until I do, I’ll be sticking to my method.
Fantastic review. Sadly much of the extras we'll not be able to make on our (Mrs and I) G2Cs as ordering anything from the US is most likely not going to reach us for easily 6 months, if at all. 😫
Thanks for the comment. Sorry to hear about the international shipping issues. Still a solid little gun without the upgrades.
to me, that "reshaping" could also be looked at as positive. After all, doesn't everyone put weight on the "break-in" period? Well..... if nothing changed then there would be no such thing as break-in........ food for thought. AMAZING video!!!
I subscribed b/c if all your vid's are this thorough i can't wait to watch them all!!
Beautiful great & reliable firearm 👌🏽
Great review! I've watched other reviews and they just seem unrealistic. Ex: Throwing and smothering it in dirt and mud and expect a perfectly ready to fire gun. How many people can actually use real info like this in everyday non-combat situations..probably most. Thanks for a good info filled REALISTIC review its a great gun
I still like the gun after having to send it back to Taurus twice for failure to extract. It is a game changer and hope it makes the more quality conscious manufacturers try to compete.
Sorry to hear you’re having problems with your G2c. Hope it works out. I constantly hear that Taurus customer service is terrible, how was your experience?
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I can't speak of his experiences but I can tell that mine was not good. And this was when they still had the supposed lifetime warranty. They wanted me to pay 50 bucks to send back a gun with multiple manufacturing defects so they could "evaluate the alleged issues". The gun was a lemon and needed to be replaced, not repaired. If I had thought that Taurus would do the right thing I would have spent the $50 to send it back but, after the conversation I had with their rep, I didn't have much faith in them. I gave the gun to a friend and told him that he could deal with them if he felt like it. I'm not sure if he ever sent it to them. I bought it as a cheap plinker with no intention of carrying it or depending on it in any way so it wasn't that big of a deal but it definitely left a bad taste in my mouth. I know that every company can produce a lemon from time to time but Taurus is a lemon grove. There are just too many other options out there for under 500 bucks to play the lottery with Taurus.
I totally understand that there are many individuals that had bad experiences with Taurus. The two G2c pistols that I purchased are the first Taurus firearms I’ve ever owned. That being said, I’ve been very happy with both pistols. I have yet to have any experience with their customer service. I’ve had bad experiences with other manufacturers customer service (TNW and Diamond Back) and I will absolutely never buy another product from them again, so I get it. Check out my TNW video, that rifle was a nightmare. Sorry your situation didn’t work out. Thanks for sharing your experience.
My main issue is with the coating. I owned a Taurus before the G2C I have now and had gotten used to the trigger so it doesn't bother me one bit. I hip carry mine in a nylon holster and I have notice surface rust around the slide striations. So now I just gotta find a local shop and see what it will cost to re-coat the slide.
I knew about this issue before I purchased mine. I plan on Parkerizing mine when the time comes, because I can do that for free with materials I have on hand. I’ve seen some people rattle canning theirs. Another fairly cheap option would be to use a spray on Duracoat (about $50), if you have the time to properly let it cure. I guess it depends on what you’re willing to put into your $200 firearm.
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I been thinking about cleaning all the factory coating off the slide on the outside then spraying a thin coat of high temp header paint. I know it wouldn't be the best but it may work pretty well.
I could see removing the factory coating if you were gonna do Parkerizing or Duracoat but if I was going to rattle can it, I would leave the factory coat, clean up the rust spots and try to match the original color as best I could. All coatings wear.
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I just don't want to have a really thick coating by going over the factory stuff but I do understand what you are saying. I have a nylon hip holster. I wonder if it is actually the nylon holster causing the rust or if it is just my sweat.
I’ve been carrying mine in a Kydex AIWB holster, while wearing an undershirt, pretty much everyday for about 4 months so far, no signs of rust yet. I reside in the northeast, so humidity isn’t terrible most of the time.