Description
The Taurus GX2 is Taurus's answer to the question everyone in the budget carry market has been asking: can a no-compromise, feature-loaded 9mm actually be this affordable? Borrowing the best ergonomic cues from the popular GX4 while keeping the approachable price point that made the G2C a bestseller, the GX2 lands in a sweet spot that's hard to argue with. The light purple polymer frame on this model stands out from the crowd, paired with a matte black alloy steel slide for a sharp two-tone look that holds up just as well as it looks.
What Makes the Taurus GX2 Worth a Hard Look
The grip is one of the first things people notice when they pick this gun up. Taurus put real thought into the texture here, using a zoned stippling pattern that gives you positive purchase on the front strap and sides without turning into a cheese grater on your holster or your hand. The backstrap is deeply sculpted to get your hand well up into the gun, which pays off in control and faster follow-up shots. At 19 ounces unloaded and just 1.18 inches wide, it carries comfortably all day. Overall length comes in at 6.19 inches with a 3.38-inch barrel, putting it firmly in compact territory without sacrificing shootability.
The sights are a white-dot front post and a serrated, drift-adjustable rear set in an industry-standard dovetail cut. That dovetail detail matters more than it sounds; it means you can swap in aftermarket sights from any number of popular manufacturers without machining work. The slide also features front and rear cocking serrations, and the beveled muzzle end makes reholstering smooth. Controls are left-side-only with the exception of the magazine release, which is reversible for left-handed use.
Taurus GX2 on the Range
The striker-fired, single-action-only trigger offers a short takeup with a clean break and a positive reset, a noticeable step up from older G-series Taurus pistols. Recoil in 9mm is mild and well-managed thanks to the grip geometry, making it easy to get back on target quickly. A 3-slot Picatinny rail on the dustcover is sized for compact pistol lights and lasers, giving you room to grow without any extra cost upfront. Takedown is handled through a built-in lever rather than a removable pin, which is a small but genuinely appreciated detail during cleaning.
The GX2 is backed by Taurus's Limited Lifetime Warranty, and the platform has been put through its paces by reviewers running hundreds to thousands of rounds through production samples with solid results. This 10-round magazine variant is the one to grab if you're in a capacity-restricted area, and the two included magazines mean you're covered from day one.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Taurus
- Model: GX2
- MPN: 1-GX2931LP-10
- UPC: 725327637172
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Striker-Fired (SAO)
- Barrel Length: 3.38"
- Overall Length: 6.19"
- Overall Height: 4.89"
- Overall Width: 1.18"
- Weight (Unloaded): 19.04 oz
- Capacity: 10+1
- Magazines Included: 2 x 10-round
- Frame: Polymer – Light Purple
- Slide: Alloy Steel – Matte Black
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
- Sights: White-dot fixed front / Drift-adjustable serrated rear (Glock-compatible dovetail)
- Safety: Manual thumb safety + Trigger safety
- Accessory Rail: 3-slot M1913 Picatinny
- Twist Rate: 1:10 RH
- Warranty: Taurus Limited Lifetime Warranty
What’s Included
- Taurus GX2 pistol
- 2 x 10-round magazines
- Gun lock
- Owner's manual / documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Taurus GX2 come with a manual safety?
Yes, the GX2 has a frame-mounted manual thumb safety on the left side of the frame, plus a trigger safety as a secondary passive feature. The manual safety is designed to be slim and relatively unobtrusive, so it won't snag on a holster. It's easy enough to disengage quickly with practice, and you can simply choose not to engage it if you prefer to run the gun without it.
Are the sights on the Taurus GX2 upgradeable?
They are. The GX2 uses Glock-compatible, industry-standard dovetail cuts on both the front and rear sight positions, which opens up a wide range of aftermarket options from manufacturers like XS Sights, TruGlo, and others. The factory sights work fine out of the box with a visible white-dot front and a serrated rear that cuts glare, but the upgrade path is wide open if you want something more.
What is the difference between the 10-round and 13-round versions of the GX2?
The GX2 platform is the same pistol in both cases; the difference is strictly magazine capacity. The 10-round variant like this one ships with two 10-round magazines and is the version Taurus built for buyers in capacity-restricted areas. Everything else, including the frame, slide, barrel, sights, safety, and rail, is identical between the two configurations.
What holsters fit the Taurus GX2?
Taurus worked to ensure holster support was available at launch, and a solid selection of IWB and OWB options from brands like Vedder, Rounded, and others are made to GX2-specific fits. Because the GX2 is a new platform and not a direct clone of an existing pistol, holsters made specifically for the GX2 are the right call rather than relying on G2C or GX4 holsters, which won't fit correctly.
Is the Taurus GX2 a good choice for a first carry pistol?
It's one of the more well-rounded options at its price point. The grip geometry works well for a wide range of hand sizes, the manual safety gives newer gun owners an extra layer of confidence while they build habits, and the overall size sits in a comfortable middle ground between micro-compact and full-size. The included 10-round magazines and straightforward controls keep the learning curve manageable.
Does the Taurus GX2 have an accessory rail for a light or laser?
Yes, it has a 3-slot M1913 Picatinny rail molded into the dustcover of the frame, sized for compact pistol lights and lasers. Most popular subcompact-sized weapon lights from brands like Streamlight and Olight will mount directly to this rail without any adapters needed.





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