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Caleb Giddings from Taurus USA reviews the Taurus TH40 pistol, highlighting its lesser-known status compared to the popular G3 Series but noting his preference for the TH series, which includes models like the TH9, TH45, and TH10. Over 1,136 rounds have been fired from the TH40 without malfunction, showcasing its reliability. Key features discussed include its polymer-frame, double-action/single-action mechanism, and the unique dovetail cut of the sights, which complicates aftermarket replacements. A fiber optic front sight and goon tape on the grip were added for better performance.
Giddings explains the versatility of the decocker functioning as a safety and notes the superior accessibility of this feature over the 92 Series. Future models may include an optics plate cut. The pistol's affordability and suitability for competition, particularly in .40 caliber for the limited division, are emphasized, though challenges in handling Syntech rounds are noted due to their higher point of impact, making precision in competitions difficult.
For typical consumers, the speaker contrasts the demand on firearms between high-volume shooters and home defense users, noting that while 10,000 rounds is substantial for the latter, it is not so for competition firearms. With almost 9,000 rounds shot in a year, Giddings asserts his extensive experience with firearms. He advises that mastering the double-action trigger can enhance shooting skills and suggests opting for the 9mm version of the TH series for its ease of sight upgrades. The review concludes with a reminder of Giddings' affiliation with Taurus USA and his commitment to unbiased reviews.
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In this part of the video, Caleb Giddings from Taurus USA reviews the Taurus TH40 pistol, which is part of the TH family of pistols. Despite not being as popular as the G3 Series, Caleb expresses his fondness for the TH series, including models such as the TH9, TH45, and TH10. He reveals that his TH40 has fired 1,136 rounds as part of a 2,000-round challenge, but he stopped because the gun didn’t malfunction. Caleb discusses the unique dovetail cut of the sights on the TH40, making aftermarket replacements more challenging compared to the G3. He also mentions modifying his pistol by adding a fiber optic front sight and wrapping the grip with goon tape for better traction.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the effectiveness of a tape in keeping a gun stable under various weather conditions and then proceeds to demonstrate shooting the gun. They further explain the gun’s mechanics, highlighting that it is a polymer-framed, double-action/single-action (DA/SA) .40 Smith & Wesson. The speaker clarifies that double action involves pulling the trigger to both cock the hammer and release the sear, while single action involves pulling the trigger to release the sear only. This particular gun operates with the first trigger pull in double action and subsequent pulls in single action. They note that while the trigger pull is heavy, it is typical for a duty pistol and not as good as certain other models like the Taurus 92. The speaker advises that mastering a DA trigger is more about improving shooting skills rather than an issue with the gun itself.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the features and performance of the Taurus TH series firearms. Key points include the decocker also functioning as a safety, allowing the gun to be operated in single action mode with ease. The safety design on this series is noted to be superior to that of the 92 Series, being larger and more accessible. The firearm is not currently cut for an optics plate, but future models may include this feature.
The speaker mentions the affordability and reliability of the .40 caliber version, noting it operates very effectively. They describe their personal choice of the .40 caliber over 9mm to compete in the limited division, albeit hinting they might have preferred a 1911 model for this purpose. The takedown process is compared to a Glock, and issues with front sight adjustments are mentioned, though the firearm proved accurate once resolved.
A significant point is the ammunition performance: while the .40 caliber shoots standard pressure 180 grain FMJ ammo accurately, it is hard on the shooter’s wrists and elbows. The speaker intended to use a less punishing Federal Syntec 205 grain action pistol round but didn’t elaborate further on its performance.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the performance and issues with shooting Syntech rounds with a specific firearm. The Syntech rounds consistently hit higher than the point of aim, making precise shots difficult, which is problematic for competitions. Despite having a substantial amount of leftover Syntech ammo, it’s not suitable for matches due to this inconsistency. The firearm in question otherwise functions well, but has limitations such as not being legal for limited division competitions due to working lights. The speaker suggests opting for a nine-millimeter version if purchasing new, rather than the .40 or 10mm versions, noting the ease of upgrading sights on the 9mm. They share their extensive shooting experience, mentioning they’ve already shot almost 9,000 rounds this year, indicating their thorough familiarity with firearms.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the durability and performance of firearms in different user ecosystems, contrasting high-volume competition shooters with typical consumers who use guns for home defense. He emphasizes that while 10,000 rounds might not be a significant amount for competition guns, it is considerable for average users. The speaker highlights his transparent review process by purchasing firearms independently to avoid bias claims. He mentions specific models such as the TH9, TH10, TH40, and TH45, pointing out their calibers and sharing insights on historical preferences of notable figures like Jeff Cooper. He concludes by reminding viewers of his affiliation with Taurus USA and signs off.