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The Taurus G3 is one of those pistols that quietly won a lot of people over. Built on the success of the G2C, it stretches the platform out to a proper full-size frame with a 4 inch stainless steel barrel and 17+1 capacity of 9mm Luger. At around 25 ounces unloaded, it soaks up recoil without feeling like a brick on your hip, and the grip does a lot of the work here. Generous stippling panels, a palm swell that fills the hand naturally, and Taurus memory pads on the frame put your thumb and trigger finger in the same spot every draw.
The trigger is the surprise for most first-time G3 owners. It breaks at about 6 pounds with smooth take-up, a clean break, and a short reset that makes quick follow-up shots feel easy. It also has restrike capability, so if a primer does not go off on the first hit, you can pull the trigger again instead of running the slide. That is a feature you rarely see at this level. Up top you get a fixed white dot steel front sight paired with a serrated, drift-adjustable steel rear, and the Tenifer matte black finish on the slide shrugs off holster wear and sweat better than plain bluing ever could.
The frame carries an integrated Picatinny rail for a light or laser, and the manual thumb safety and slide release sit right where your thumb wants them. A loaded chamber indicator, striker block, and trigger safety round out the package. Taurus ships this model with two 17-round magazines, so you are not stuck buying a spare just to run a decent range session.
Whether it ends up as a nightstand gun, a range regular, or your first 9mm, the G3 covers the bases without cutting corners where it counts. It is a lot of pistol for the money, and the folks who own one tend to say exactly that.
Yes, this model includes a frame-mounted manual thumb safety positioned right above where your thumb naturally rests, so it is easy to sweep off on the draw. It also has a trigger safety, striker block, and a loaded chamber indicator built in. If you prefer having a manual safety on a striker-fired gun, the G3 is set up well for it.
Most striker-fired pistols require you to rack the slide if a round fails to fire. The G3's single action with restrike design lets you simply pull the trigger again for a second hit on the primer. It is a nice backup for dealing with hard primers or the occasional dud without breaking your grip.
This SKU ships with two 17-round magazines from the factory, which is a nice touch since plenty of pistols in this class only include one. That gives you 34 rounds ready to load right out of the box. Spare G3 mags are widely available and affordable if you want more.
Yes, the polymer frame has an integrated Picatinny rail ahead of the trigger guard that accepts most standard rail-mounted lights and lasers. That makes it a solid pick for home defense duty where a weapon light comes in handy. Just check your accessory's mounting footprint for full-size rail compatibility.
| UPC | 725327629368 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1-G3B941-17 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 4" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 9mm |
| Capacity | 17 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 12.5 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 2 17 rd. |
| Package Height | 2.9 |
| Package Width | 6.1 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Safety | Manual Safety |
| Shipping Weight | 2.4 |
| Sights | White Dot Front, Adj. Rear |
| Sights Type | Adjustable Sights |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| State Restriction (IL) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| State Restriction (OR) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| State Restriction (RI) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| State Restriction (WA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
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