New Taurus Plinker

[Matt Sutton]

I've had the itch for a kit gun flavor .22 for some time now. I held the S&W 317 in my hand countless times with the intent to take it home, but I just couldn't warm up to it. I then considered the Charter 2000 Pathfinder and various Taurus offerings. Here's what I ended up with.

Nobody local had a 2" model, so I ordered it sight unseen. I had three pleasant surprises that were contrary to Taurus's product info. It came with their new style cylinder release, it has a matte finish, and the barrel is not full lugged. (See http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?model=94SS2&category=Revolver)
I put over 300 rounds through it last night without a hitch. I averaged about 3" at 20yd, which is fine for my intended use. The DA pull is relatively heavy, but quite serviceable. It is very finely and evenly finished inside and out. I can see no tool marks. I may switch the grips for Uncle Mike's boot later on just because they are a bit more compact.
I'm very happy with it so far. Pop cans and rattlesnakes beware!

 

[chaim]

I would love to get that exact gun as a .22lr "trainer" for my Taurus 85CH (and future snubs). The only problem, and the one thing that might cause me to go with the S&W, is the sights. As a trainer for a snub I'd prefer the same kind of sights, but the Taurus 94 has adjustable sights (the S&W .22 snub has fixed). I wonder how much of a difference that will really make.

Anyway, congratulations. Nice gun, and probably perfect for what you want it for.

 

[gbran]

Taurus 941

I have the 941, 4" 22 mag. I've put one of those small JPoint red dot scopes on it. I've had it for 3 years now and absolutely love it. It's a serious plinker and I use it on small game very successfully. It's my second Taurus. The first was a piece of crap, but this felt good and hasn't given any problems.

 

[V-fib]

I have the same except I got the blued version. It’s about the same weight as my SP101 so I use it as a practice gun. However it’s a great shooter in its own right. In fact I’ve been mulling around the idea of getting the UL version, removing the adjustable rear site and putting on a fixed site, bobbing the hammer and getting some smaller grips. Then fill it with Aguila 60gr SSS ammo. That I think would be a great back up piece! Sort of a NAA mini on steroids.