Taurus GX4 Review & Shoot 9mm
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I have a G3C and a Gx4 and love them both. The 4 is my favorite now and with a 13 round mag its my EDC relegating the G3C to home defense. Taurus has resolved their past problems, my pistols are failure free with 400 rounds thru the 4 and 1200 thru the 3.
I have the gx4 as well and it's my EDC with two extra mags....
On my gx4 extractor broke sent it back to taurus got it back in 2 weeks and she has been running flawless ever since
With the Gx4 how does the 13 round mag run... I'm thinking about buying one... My 11 round mags runs flawless
I still wouldn’t but that pos
I only have an 11 rd mag, but ive seen a few people say the 13rd has had some issues. Wouldnt go that route personally but cant say for sure since i havent tried it @@gman-xv7yc
I recently bought this little Taurus and have put about 300 rounds through it with zero malfunctions. Personally, I would never buy any new gun and take it out and shoot it without first field stripping it and cleaning and lubricating it. Sometimes, there can be metal or plastic particles from the machining process that didn't get cleaned out at the factory that can cause malfunctions and/or cause damage. Unless you are buying a gun to torture test and don't plan on keeping it I would never do this. It isn't a fair test of the gun or manufacturer, and in a "worse case scenario" such as out in a desert the gun wouldn't have started out dry and possibly damaged out of the box. Thats just my opinion, but I've bought 7 new Taurus pistols in the last few years, and clean and lubricated, they have all run perfectly. Good shooting, good video.
Finally someone who understands that you should always clean and oil a new firearm. So many people don't do that and they have malfunctions and blame the firearm.
My girlfriend has this as her first ever gun, and has been doing well with it! Gun has yet to malfunction other that bullet jam from limp wrist, and slide not locking open sometimes but will count that towards break in period. This gun is actually alot more comfortable to shoot than the Springfield Hellcat, and is alot easier to control.
Hellcat is snappy as hell.
That is a nice looking slide color. I purchased a GX4 TORO and it had the trigger reset issue. Taurus warranty was awesome! They replaced the trigger which of course fixed the issue. The $50 rebate made it a fantastic deal!
My GX4 malfunctioned right outta the box too. After about 60 , 70 rounds it smoothed out. Now it runs good but now Taurus recalled it.
Its recalled? ive had nothing but problems with it jamming not loading sight fell off lol, got repaired went shooting and the sight was loose after 30 rounds, so frustrating as its my 1st carry
@@scottmartin3550 My GX4 never malfunctioned, recall and sent back 15 days later back and ate everything thrown at it. All guns have a teething stage. The GX4 is truly great, have a SIG P365 and both are equal.
I have had my gx4 for 7months!! The trigger and slight gets great after time and rounds!!! Love it!!! Zero Failures!!
For GX4'S the recoil and slide release springs are very stiff. Always lock them back for 3 complete day's as a pre firing break in period. 0 Malfunctioning once done. #dressed2kill ❤
I have one and I love it ...its my EDC ...I carry two extra mags ..its worth every cent
I luv that bronze slide color.
I really like my GX4. I haven't had any problems with it 1,500 rounds in. I keep hearing about the dead trigger issue. However, I have not had it happen....yet. Hopefully it doest. Great video, thank you.
Haven't heard that one, I'll keep an eye on it. Mine does however fall under the recall...
@@BuckeyeBallistics mine didn’t when I checked it. I suppose I should check again.
Pretty slick piece. I definitely want to get one of these out for review also. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watchin brother.
i have a sig p365 and i bought a gx4 honestly the gx4 is very underrated very good gun for the money i bought mine for the wife and it shoots as good as my 365 the gx4 has better trigger
I'm doing a comparison video of them soon...
These are great little guns.
I like LAX ...bought a can of 500 about 2 or 3 years ago, have a handful remaining and never had any issues with the 9mm New fmj
You like LAX ammo but not Taurus pistols lol 😅
@@BuckeyeBallistics , I never said I was rite in the head
Lol
In a pinch, you could get a small amount of oil off of your skin. The best place is in the crease where the outside of your nostril and cheek meet. A couple of other good places are behind your ear and just around the inside of your ear. I'm not saying to dig into your ear canal, DO NOT DO THAT! I don't want any of you jamming something in there and piercing you eardrum, you don't want to do that. Sorry to those of you reading my comment saying to yourself, "no one would be dumb enough to do that", unfortunately someone would if you didn't tell them not to. Anyway, if you have oily skin as I do, you would definitely get enough to lube contact points, it's not a can of Ballistol but it's better than nothing, we are talking about an emergency/survival situation. I have a GX4 T.O.R.O, the T.O.R.O.'s slide is already cutout for an optic, I opted for a laser sight instead of a dot sight. Mine has shot all kinds of different ammo without any issues (FMJ and HP's in 115 and 124, I haven't used any 147's yet). The cheapest ammo I've used were Winchester white box and Fiocchi. The trigger on mine also got lighter after firing. If you do buy one, or I think any Taurus, there is a coupon (or at least there was 6 months ago) for $30 off a Veridian Laser sight (it was under the foam along with the owners manual). When my laser sight showed up, Veridian sent a 50% off coupon for another laser sight. Veridian Laser sights are gun specific, they are NOT universal. Hope this info helps.
Get the bottom plastic replacements that shelf your pinkie, much more comfortable, I have the exact same gun
A.K.A. pinky extensions. My Max-9 came with them if you wanted to install, the GX4 did not. Guess I should have saved that for the upcomming comparo lol...
I realize this video is 6 month old but, PSA has the TORO model on sale now for $300.00. I ordered one last week.
Yeah I've seen the non toro in black for $250 at various places. They probably have them marked down because of the active recall I mentioned...
i have the same exact one ,cant wait to shoot it
I buy that cheap reman from freedom munitions or LAX and have fairly good luck with it for plinking ammo.
I've never tried it but new production LAX/Freedom Munitions has always worked well for me thus far.
Yes sir. Askin ole Saint Nick for this one this year!
My Gx4 trigger a lot lighter over time. I'm not sure how light it got but it doesn't affect my shots at all.
I have a G3 & G3C from my experience they do NOT like to be DRY. You have to keep Taurus lubed & you good.
My concern with running a new gun dry is the potential for galling or other damage to components. I received my GX4 today, so haven't shot it. Feels great in the hand. Trigger takeup is a bit gritty but the break is clean. Haven't used the gauge on it. Guess is 5.5 - 6 pounds. Better out of the box than several of my Glocks.
Man mine was way heavier than that, as were others. It did finally lighten up for me though in videos posted of it after this...
I’ve been wanting one for my conceal carry. I love it and test shot it, but I’m just worried about the recall!
Mine wasn’t under the recall, and it’s a beast! I’m talking mini fistful of fury 😂 I hate that they had a recall, but it was only a handful. I haven’t had an issue from mine and I edc this everyday. Very seldomly do I switch out, and I have MANY options. Get it!
@@TruthGotGunz Thank you, man. Recalls just show that the company is on top of things. I think it looks like a great pistol & I will purchase when I can.
@@JohnstasBACK facts. Imagine if they didn’t care to announce their defects. And their customer service is top notch. Let me know if you end making that purchase!
@@TruthGotGunz I purchased a Taurus GX4 Midnight Bronze Cerakote Black Frame! I think that's the same one that is in this vid
@@JohnstasBACK 🥲 I’m proud of you bro. A guy I work with picked one up last week, he said he swapped out his edc from a sig p250 to the Gx4. That’s saying a lot
Sold my hellcat and with it being over 100 everyday for a month I regret so thinking of getting a gx4
Another good video… I held one of these last year at a gun store along with all the other popular micro 9’s that I didn’t already have ( already had the Ruger Max9 and the S&W shield 2.0) and this one was the most comfortable one in my hand but I ended up buying the 2nd most comfortable one which was the Glock 43X ... Even though I liked the way the GX4 felt and heard only good things about them I still went with more top tier brand for edc…I do have the Taurus G3 though and it’s been a problem free gun through around 400 rounds and I use it for my camping gun
I did the same thing lol. The 43x is a lot bigger gun...
@@BuckeyeBallistics it is but it carries well and I really do like it but I really wish I would have gotten a Shield Plus… and probably still will in the near future lol
I was just gonna ask you, how does it compare to the Shield Plus. I want to get one of those in .30sc to carry, for the extra capacity of the cartridge...
@@BuckeyeBallistics I have the Shield 2.0 which is really close to plus in size and it’s a bit smaller than the 43x and it has the option of using a shorter magazine too… I’m hoping that 30 super carry really takes off but it’s not looking like it’s catching on that big but if it does I’m interested in one too
@@TheHillbilly1979 I'm just gonna stock up on ammo for it when I get mine incase they quit making it lol. Nobody I know is buying it an you're the first person that has been on the same side as me regarding it. Most people don't understand the whole point behind the cartridge is to give you 95% of 9mm performance/power, but with exta bullets in the mag because they are smaller.
That's what I carry love it 😊
You might enjoy my recent comparison videos of it then. I still think it's a great gun 👍
Very nice gun... This is my EDC! Great gun.
First time owner yesterday. YEAH to me and shes purple
Taurus sights are one area they save money. I believe on your ccw firearm you should at least have night sights. Also the lack of a rail on this gun is another cheap out. But everything else about it is excellent.
Good points
good vid. i still got the g2 (like 2 bills in 2016) as well. my gx4 came in to the ffl yesterday. $200 with the rebate. hopefully no recall serial. nics says time to wait though 😭
Dang that's a better deal than I got and I used the rebate as well.
Just subbed,glad I found your videos 👍
Me too! Appreciate the sub.
Stuck between the gx4 , canik sft , & glock x43. I previously had the taurus g3
Good luck choosing 😅
glock 43x blows all the others out the water, but now that i have a 43x i kinda want this taurus lol
Did they ever replace the plastic mag release? The metal mag will eat away at it until it won't stay in anymore.
Mine is plastic- I'll have to research and keep an eye on that...
What do you think of the Byrna pistol? Useless for serious self defense?
Against someone who has a REAL gun and is committed to taking your life? Yes, absolutely useless. Getting shot by a Byrna is like getting shot by a paintball gun, which people regularly do for fun mind you. Anybody who is mad and determined enough to harm you with ANY object, even if just their fists, is going to charge right through that as soon as they realize it's going puff puff puff instead of BANG BANG BANG. You'd be better off with a good can of mace and tazer for half the cost...
i really like the color of the slide what finish is that?
Factory Coyote cerakote
The GX4 definitely has a heavier trigger pull than the G-Series pistols.
It seems like we have very similar hand sizes and I've always been cautious about smaller pistols. How does the grip length feel with your pinky not really fitting on the grip?
The grip texture and fitment is so good on this thing, it doesn't matter. I just did a video comparing it to a P365, but I had 12rd mags on the P365 giving me a full grip with no pinky hang and I felt no advantage on the P365 with the longer grip. As I said in the video, you can get longer 13rd mags for the GX4 to make the grip longer, but apparently (I'm told) Taurus sells the pinky extension plates for $5. But to answer your question, gun feels great even with my pinky hanging off- but that's just me.
Can you put a red dot on it
What is your feeling on gold hued finishes?
I got this color combo because I liked it (coyote brown). I kinda hate every carry pistol ever these days being all black, is boring to me. That said, the whole brown/tan/gold crap is veing overdone too, but I liked the way it looked on this one. Some guns look better in all black, I don't think this is one of them. It just depends on the gun for me. I wish there were more color combo options because as I said, they tan/gold/fde crap is getting old already because everyone is doing it now.
@@BuckeyeBallistics I am still a two tone stainless/black guy.
I like stainless as well, especially on 1911's. I like a little bit of everything but I don't like all my guns looking the same so I switch it up.
Tactical
I'm looking for my first gun on a budget for home defense so you think this would be a good option. I'm also a newbie to guns as well.
If it's for home defense then you want a larger gun. The only reason we buy these micro or sub compact pistols is for conceal carry, because the others are too large and heavy for that (for most people). The larger size is an advantage though, because you get a better grip on the gun, it recoils less, gives higher bullet velocity which equals more power/better performance, and it holds more ammo. So again, for home defense, definately go larger- in which case I would definately recommend the full size Taurus G3 or a Stoeger STR-9 on a budget. Both are around $250-$300 but you can find better deals sometimes.
@@BuckeyeBallistics thank you I appreciate the reply, I'm trying to learn everything I can about guns and home defense etc. I would like to conceal carry in my state N.J but it's a difficult and pricey process.
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The trigger is 5 pounds not 6 and a half it’s not too bad I think it’s great reminds me of a 1911 break
You didn't pay attention...
hey bro im thinking of buying this as a backup to my glock 43x, how reliable has this pistol been for you?
100% after the one single jam early on in this video. I have 2 other videos of it up and more comming...
Had to get rid of mine. The mag release was wayyy to light. It would release mag in my pocket holster
Why not send it back to be fixed? Taurus has lifetime warranty... Or get a holster that protects the mag release better.
@@BuckeyeBallistics it was made that way. Nothin to fix. And my holster covered the mag release. Compare it to others
That's why I said or the holster, because I wasn't sure if you were implying that it was defective or if it was just by design. I don't think Taurus designed the GX4 to be a pocket gun, but rather for IWB carry which usually implores the use of a hard skeleton holster. I pocket carry my LCP Max and I have the same issue you describe, but I have it in a soft pocket holster that doesn't protect the mag release as I assume you did as well. If you put it in something like the Vedded Holsters Pocket Locker holster, you probably wouldn't of had that issue. Maybe I'm wrong, but I'm just saying a different holster may have worked for you...
Nice, so what can one expect to pay for o e of those?
When it's all said and done I payed around $230 for it because they were not only on sale locally, but Taurus was running a $50 rebate. Otherwise, around $320-$360 on average I would say.
That really depends on where you buy. I'm seeing prices from less than $250 to nearly $400. Shop around.
@GunsCars oh, not bad and if I can find one I will buy one.
@@bishopgeorge1333 Depending on the country or state you live in, they're not difficult to find.
Looks like we live in the same town.
Yeah sorta. I found your channel a couple years ago but you don't upload anymore...
@@BuckeyeBallistics No. after the Vegas thing they demonetized my channel. And with kids and job didn’t have time. I used to be manager over the gun barn where you bought that. Could tell by the sticker on box.
You should be able to re-apply (if you wish) as long as you don't have anything that goes against their current rules. There was a time where they demonetized almost every gun video, but now 90% of my videos are fully monetized since they loosened their grip a bit.
I’ll look into it. I’m thinking about starting another one doing my lawn care business. Must of I videos are gunsmith videos which I believe are against the rules
Yeah they consider installing anything as gun modification, and of course actual gun modification (gunsmithing) which is against their current rules. Some of those lawn care channels do really well...
the g4xxl is a less snappy then the g4x
Does that use the same mags as the GX3 pistol? Thanks!
It does not
Cycle it like you hate it, it's not your friend
Had to send mine back right out the box would not chamber a round waiting to get it back
Shooting fast is not a test for a gun. The previous shot is DONE before the next shot fires.
Whatever you say pal 🫡
Is that bronze or coyote?
Coyote
Trigger test out the box is 5.25 LB
Anybody I need your opinions. I want to get the Taurus gx4 but a lot of people say they jam way too much… is that true? Please lmk
I've never heard this at all, and as I said in the video the 1 single jam I had was probably my fault for running the gun completely dry/break in. Every review on this gun I've watched, never seen a jam. Try watching more reviews from smaller channels where they aren't inclined to fault the gun/edit the video to not show problems (big channels get the guns for free).
@@BuckeyeBallistics ok thanks for the response back. I was thinking it would be a great first gun since it’s not too big and it’s not too expensive. Don’t they range from about $250-$300?
$250-$350, shop around. For a first gun I would recommend the Taurus G2c/G3c because it is a lot easier to hold onto. Just a little larger and less recoil. These micro 9's like the GX4 here have pretty stout recoil due to the tiny size, light weight, and the grip being so small. Stout recoil with a tiny grip isn't exactly the best recipe for a first time gun owner...
@@BuckeyeBallistics oh ok makes sense. Thanks man 🙏🏽
No problem
Anyone with opinions/experience on this versus a Hellcat?
I'm hoping to get one soon to compare them directly. I will say however, I shot the hellcat once and I liked it more, but it's nearly twice the cost...
@@BuckeyeBallistics That’d be a good shootout to see 👍🏻 I held a hellcat in the store recently and instantly loved how well it fit my hand… much better than the Sig P365.
Just haven’t had the opportunity to shoot one.
❤️🩹🤘🏼👍🏼
That’s what she said last night keep it wet!!😂😂
My gx4 fell apart in less than 1 minute during the first shooting the day I got it. It’s back at Taurus for an estimated 4 weeks. I will never trust it and regret buying it.
What happened?
@@BuckeyeBallistics The extractor arm and associated springs fell out of the gun.
Wow that's crazy! Either somebody messed up or something was out of spec.
@@steelerpen87taurus forgot to put in the holding pin....i bet your gun was made near a friday afternoon!
@@BuckeyeBallisticsmine failures to feed, 12 light primer strikes out of box of 50, 1 dead trigger right out of the box
This does NOT compare the 365 or the hellcat I have all 3
I beg to differ 😅 My GX4 vs P365 video: ua-cam.com/video/fBvT3U5O9G8/v-deo.html - I will say however I think the Hellcat is my favorite. I recently reviewed it but have not had the chance to compare it directly yet...
What I tried
Slide release 😂
You couldn't give me a Taurus.
Then why are you watching this 😅
@@BuckeyeBallistics Just to see how many idiots are singing it's praise's, because it's cheap.
TAURUS BUYERS BEWARE: I purchased a new Taurus GX4 that was to come with a $50.00 rebate. After four months I have nothing. In a recent phone call to Taurus, I was told I would have to contact a third party and was given three phone numbers to call. I didn’t purchase the firearm from a third party.!
I don’t have time to chase down a third party for a $50.00 rebate. You can’t trust TAURUS !
I still have 1-3 weeks to wait for mine (6-8 weeks quoted). I didn't like all the hoops I had to jump through to file my rebate with Taurus, compared to how smooth it was filing (and getting) one from Stoeger. We'll see how it goes when my 8 weeks are up. They jerk me around, I'm absolutely posting a video about it...
The stoeger str9 mc hands down is better budget gun. The gx4 is junk a lot of problems and videos of owners showing it has a bad reset trigger and slide which is causing delayed firing of next round. Taurus is being sued and doing a recall as people have been seriously injured. Look up videos of gx4 recall and delayed firing. This gun is junk and dangerous!
The g3c is a good gun. Get stoeger line is even better . Stoeger is owned by beretta benelli corp and is their budget line of pistols, shotguns
I heard of the drop fire recall but no the delayed fire you are mentioning- will have to look into that further. Stoegers are great pistols, absolutely loved mine (review posted). But the Stoeger is not a micro like the GX4 is...
@dylano7242 Or just buy both man, nobody gives a fuck . Most of these are get up off me guns anyways NOBODY is using a stoeger or gx4 as a primary and if you are i feel sorry for you. Quit yappin about guns you clearly dont own!
I just can't get excited about Taurus ....
🫤 Have you guys shot any of their newer guns? I have owned the G2 sub compact, G3 fullsize, and now this GX4. Their new stuff is damn nice for the price and pretty reliable- my G3 was flawless and so is my G2 (still). I know back in the day they had a lot of quality issues but I don't really think it's that way anymore. They even have a lifetime warranty now...
@@BuckeyeBallistics , sadly I haven’t shot any Taurus, I would like to give the TH40 or TH9 a try
@richki - Those are really good guns too. I reviewed and then owned a PT840 which was the older version of the TH40 I believe. That thing was stupid accurate and very soft shooting for a .40s&w and of course 100% reliable for me. I even posted a video shooting it 100 yards accurately. I'm actually currently in the process of trying to sell my Glock 35 to fund purchasing a TH40c...
Dude you are the worst shooter I've seen in years...
Nice try
Can you put a red dot on it
On the T.O.R.O. model you can...
Not on the gun or can you in the video @@BuckeyeBallistics
Correct- you would have to get the GX4 T.O.R.O. and not the standard GX4 showcased in this video. Unless you replace the rear sight with an optics plate that is...
@@BuckeyeBallistics we're can I find a opit plate can I find it on eBay I'm going to get a gx4 from academy sports
Galloway Precision makes one, I have reviewed their products before on the channel...