Another novelty of small caliber appeared at the Brazilian company Taurus. It's about a pistol chambered for.22LR. For some unknown reason, it has been compared to sports pistols. Such comparisons, of course, are not in favor of the Brazilian product, but here you need to understand that at the moment in shooting sports there are a lot of disciplines where sports weapons will look at least strange. In any case, you shouldn't even try to compare the incomparable. This weapon is a full-size pistol in the modern sense of the word, but, despite the simplicity and hackneyed design, you can find some interesting moments in it. But let's talk about everything in order.
Ergonomics of the Taurus TX22 pistol
Even with a cursory examination of the pistol, it is noticeable that the designers of the Taurus company developed weapons with an eye on modern successful pistols from other manufacturers. Indeed, the Taurus TX22 pistol not only looks like a modern weapon, but it is. The frame of the weapon is made of plastic with a well-thought-out texture for the most reliable and comfortable grip of the weapon. Subjectively, the silhouette of the pistol is very much reminiscent of the updated Steyr M, but the weapon can be compared with a dozen more modern pistols. Separately, it is necessary to note the quality of the casting and subsequent processing of the plastic of the pistol frame, since previously there were numerous complaints about just such an unpleasant moment in the products of the Brazilian arms company.
The pistol safety switch is streamlined, duplicated on both sides of the weapon. The magazine eject button can be rearranged to any convenient side, but the shutter delay key is only on the left side of the weapon. Separately, it is necessary to say sighting devices, which are represented by a front sight and fully adjustable. Unfortunately, sights only have light accumulating paint dots. Additionally, under the barrel on the frame of the weapon, there is a seat for a flashlight or laser designator.
The fastening of the bolt part of the weapon to the frame is interestingly implemented. The sliding stop inside the safety bracket does not allow the shutter casing to move forward. Accordingly, to disassemble the pistol, it must be moved down.
If you believe the reviews of those who managed to touch this pistol at the exhibition, then the weapon makes only a positive impression.
Taurus TX22 pistol device
By its design, the Taurus TX22 pistol is one of the simplest representatives of its class, which explains its low cost. The simplicity of the design is primarily due to the cartridge, which, even in its most "aggressive" versions, does not require a complex automation system. The free shutter copes with the tasks quite successfully.
Single-action trigger mechanism, striker. The trigger pull is 2, 3 kg. Single row pistol magazines with a capacity of 16 rounds.
Characteristics of the pistol Taurus TX22
As mentioned above, the Taurus TX22 pistol is a weapon that is light enough for its size, its unloaded weight is only 482 grams. The total length of the pistol is 178 millimeters with a barrel length of 102 millimeters. And the most important characteristic in this case is the price of the Taurus TX22. On the US market, this pistol, complete with 2 magazines, is offered for $ 349, which is somewhat cheaper than similar weapons from other manufacturers. With the combination of its characteristics, the Taurus TX22 pistol looks more than competitive.
Positive and negative sides of the Taurus TX22 pistol
Among the positive features of the Taurus TX22 pistol, one can note its low weight, which does not in any way affect the comfort of operation due to the use of low-power ammunition. The good ergonomics of the weapon makes the pistol convenient for most people, however, there is no way to fit the Taurus TX22 under small palms or an above-average hand size, which is generally not surprising if you look at the cost of the weapon, at least in some way, but you have to save money.
The weapon is far from ideal, but the ideal does not exist in nature. First of all, the plastic magazine of the pistol does not inspire confidence. And although many now consider this part of the weapon to be consumable, its durability is still not in the last place, especially taking into account the specific cartridge case of the.22LR cartridge. The lack of the ability to install sights that are more convenient for the shooter will clearly not be liked by many, since people prefer a certain type of rear sight and front sight.
Conclusion
Despite what was said above, the Taurus TX22 is still a fairly successful pistol model, which has a future and will find its own buyer. Yes, this weapon has absolutely nothing to do with sports. However, the Taurus TX22 pistol can handle tasks such as initial training and skill maintenance with ease, which will yield some cash savings both in terms of the cost of the weapon and one of the cheapest ammunition available. So it's not just a weekend gun.
