Is the Taurus PT 1911 a good gun?

Is the Taurus PT 1911 a good gun?

The Taurus PT-1911 does a pretty good job of living up to the century-long legacy of 1911s. It strikes the right balance of affordable and quality and performs well. Upgrading the trigger can be a challenge, but that’s about the only issue.

Where is the Taurus PT 1911 made?

Porto Alegre Brazil
The Taurus PT1911 is a clone of the US Military model 1911 single-action recoil operated semi-automatic pistol. It was designed and manufactured by Taurus in Porto Alegre Brazil, and distributed in the US by Taurus USA.

Does Taurus make a 9mm 1911?

Taurus adds a new model to its popular 1911 Commander series with the introduction of the 1911 Commander 9mm Luger. Built with the same key specifications and dimensions as the original 1911 Commander . 45 ACP, the new model is chambered for 9mm Luger and offers additional capacity at nine rounds.

Are Taurus 1911 forged or cast?

Starting with our own hammer-forged (not cast) ordnance-grade steel frames, slides and barrels. Our skilled pistolsmiths hand-fit and assemble each firearm in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Is Taurus 1911 a mil spec?

Taurus 1911™ Commander 45 ACP Mil Spec OD Green Cerakote®

What is a Taurus 1911 made of?

The PT1911 is manufactured entirely from steel, with the frame and slide being manufactured from forged steel, and finished in blued carbon steel. The slide is custom fitted to each PT1911 so that the action is smoother and more reliable while also being slightly oversized to aid dismantling and reliability.

What caliber is a 1911?

The basics of the M1911 The M1911 is a semi-automatic, single-action-only pistol that operates off of a short recoil system. It utilizes the . 45 ACP round and feeds from a single stack magazine. Over time the pistol’s popularity has seen it become chambered in dozens of different calibers, from 22LR to 50 G.I.

Are 9mm 1911 worth it?

Believe it or not, there are some very good reasons to consider a 1911 9mm instead of the classic . 45 ACP chambering. 45 ACP; it’s a great round and a decent 1911 makes shooting a big-bore cartridge an absolute breeze. However, the same gun chambered in 9mm is very much worth your consideration.

Where is Taurus guns made?

All Heritage branded firearms are made and serviced in the US at our facilities in Bainbridge, Georgia. Based in Porto Alegre, Brasil, Taurus Armas is a diversified, international company and one of the largest small arms manufacturers in the world. The company produced its first revolver in 1941.

Is Taurus a good gun brand?

The Taurus G2C is a very affordable CCW pistol with a high 12+1 capacity and great reliability (so far) but still suffers from a long and gritty trigger, external safety, and possibly the brand for some. Plenty of guys will say you should just save more money and buy a better brand firearm.

Is Taurus guns any good?

The Taurus G2S is a handgun that’s easy to carry and is a decent weapon for self-defense. Its easy-to-use trigger, good size and weight, comfortable grip texture, and rounded edges all make it an excellent concealed carry weapon. It’s guaranteed to be a bang for your buck.