Compare Taurus products

Taurus is the value leader in the American handgun market. The Brazilian maker builds reliable pistols and revolvers at prices well below the premium brands, and for a lot of shooters — first-time buyers, budget-minded concealed carriers, and anyone who wants a lot of capability for the money — that's exactly the point. For shoppers comparing prices across the dealers on US-GUNDEALS, Taurus is the entry-to-mid-tier brand: rarely the most refined option, but consistently the most gun per dollar.

Taurus Armas is one of the largest handgun manufacturers in the world, exporting to more than 100 countries. Its U.S. arm, Taurus USA, handles the North American market and has driven much of the brand's recent momentum with hits like the G3 pistol family, the GX4 micro-compact, the TX22 rimfire pistol, and the unmistakable Judge revolver.

History & background

Forjas Taurus was founded in 1939 in Porto Alegre, Brazil, originally as a tool and metal-forging company, and built its first revolver in 1942. Over the following decades it grew into a major handgun manufacturer with a global footprint. To serve the American market more directly, the company established a U.S. subsidiary in 1982; in 2019 Taurus USA relocated its operations from Miami, Florida, to Bainbridge, Georgia, where it now handles U.S. assembly, support, and distribution.

The 2019 move coincided with a broader push to improve quality control and modernize the lineup. Older Taurus guns had a mixed reputation in some circles, particularly around triggers and finish, and buyers reading older reviews should keep the production era in mind — the current generation of products is meaningfully more consistent than the brand's earlier reputation suggested.

What they're known for

G3 / G3c / GX4 pistols. Taurus's modern striker-fired 9mm line and the core of its current success. The full-size G3 (17+1) and compact G3c (12+1) deliver a lot of capability — usable triggers, decent sights, optics-ready options — at prices that undercut nearly every competitor. The GX4 micro-compact brought a genuinely competitive double-stack pocket 9mm to the market at a budget price, and the optics-ready GX4 and T.O.R.O. variants expanded it further.

TX22. A standout .22 LR pistol. Light, with a 16-round magazine and a reputation for running reliably even on cheap rimfire ammo, the TX22 became one of the most respected budget .22 pistols in the U.S. and a popular low-cost trainer. The TX22 Competition adds an optics-ready slide and a longer barrel.

Judge. One of Taurus's signature products: a revolver chambered to fire both .45 Colt cartridges and .410 bore shotshells. Versatile and distinctive, the Judge (and the larger Raging Judge) has a dedicated following for truck-gun, outdoor, and close-range defensive use.

Revolvers — 856, 605, and Tracker. The compact 856 is a six-shot .38 Special carry revolver (the Ultra Lite trims among the lightest in class), the five-shot 605 adds .357 Magnum capability in a small package, and the seven-shot Tracker 627 in .357 Magnum offers extra capacity for the money. The big-bore Raging Hunter, in .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, and .500 S&W Magnum, ships with a factory Picatinny rail and ported barrel — features that often cost extra on competitors — making it a genuine value pick for handgun hunters.

PT92. A long-running Beretta 92-pattern 9mm with a frame-mounted safety, still popular with shooters who like the classic DA/SA design and its Beretta holster compatibility.

Buying guide — which Taurus is right for you

First handgun / budget self-defense. The G3c in 9mm is the obvious pick — compact, high-value, and easy to find. The full-size G3 suits home defense and range use on the same budget.

Concealed carry / EDC. The GX4 micro-compact gives you double-stack 9mm capacity in a pocketable size at an entry-level price. For a revolver carrier, the lightweight 856 in .38 Special is a classic small-frame option.

Range training on a budget. The TX22 is the headline recommendation — cheap to feed, reliable, and well-reviewed. It's one of the best ways to get high-volume trigger time without spending much.

Handgun hunting and big bore. The Raging Hunter in .44 Magnum is the value standout, arriving optics-ready with a ported barrel; the .454 Casull and .500 S&W Magnum versions exist for those who want maximum power. The Judge covers short-range .410/.45 Colt versatility.

Classic DA/SA fans. The PT92 delivers the Beretta 92 layout at a lower price.

Two things to weigh before buying. First, Taurus triggers are functional and fine for general use, but for serious competition they don't match the factory feel of brands like CZ, Sig, or Walther — budget for trigger work if you'll shoot matches. Second, accessory and service support is thinner than for a Glock or S&W, so check parts and holster availability for your specific model up front.

Reputation & reviews

The TX22 has earned genuine acclaim in the U.S. press — it won the NRA Golden Bullseye "Pistol of the Year" award and is frequently cited by outlets like Shooting Illustrated and Gun Digest as a benchmark affordable .22. The Raging Hunter has performed well in American head-to-head tests against pricier big-bore revolvers, with reviewers praising its recoil management and value. The broader story since 2019 is one of improving quality and a stronger, more modern lineup. As always, buyers should read recent reviews tied to the current production era rather than older ones.

Taurus on US-GUNDEALS

Taurus is listed across the shops on US-GUNDEALS, spanning striker-fired 9mm pistols, the TX22 rimfire, compact and big-bore revolvers, and the Judge. Pricing sits in the value-to-entry-mid tier — typically the most affordable way into a given category — with the Raging Hunter and specialty revolvers at the upper end of the brand's range. Comparing current offers across our shops is the easiest way to find the model and finish you want at the lowest available price.

Sources: https://www.taurususa.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taurus_Armas https://www.shootingillustrated.com/

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