Taurus Model 941 Ultra-Lite .22 Magnum Revolver

[zappadragon]

Does anybody out ther have one and or opinions on this gun. My wife wants to start learning how to shoot and she is intimidated by my guns and I came across this one and thought it might be good for her. It may not have all the power but it has enough right? I actually like it myself and was thinking of it for a CCW. What are your thoughts?

Thanks

 

[Roca]

I started thinking the same thing after picking up an S&W 351PD which is the Smith version of the same gun. And as impressed as I am at what an overacheiver the 351 is, I just don't consider it viable for CC. I would probably pick it over a .32 ACP but that isn't really saying anything.

However, it would be a good learning tool as 22 mag from a snub makes a lot of noise, flash, and a reasonable imitation of muzzle lift without the recoil. The 351 is very demanding to shoot accurately and I assume the same would be true for the 941. If your wife can master the 941, she should be able to easily shoot a larger snub accurately also, and IMO, a 22 mag snub is a cool little novelty gun. Just remember, 22 mag ammo is not much cheaper than .38 Special, so it won't be as cheap to shoot as a .22LR revolver.

It you want a low recoil practice and carry snub for your wife, perhaps a .32 magnum? Ammo isn't cheap either but I would trust it far more than a 22 mag for CC, I think. My personal minimum caliber for a snub is .38, FWIW.

Just my thoughts and observations...other posters opinions will differ no doubt.

 

[jad0110]

I'm assuming that you don't have anything chambered in 22LR at this point (edit: just noticed you have a P22 - has she tried that out?). If not, I'd start their and not 22 Magnum. 22 Magnum recoil and noise aren't bad out of a heavier revolver with a longer barrel, but out of a short (2" I'm assuming) barrel they produce an ear piercing, sharp crack that could be bothersome for a newbie. Recoil probably won't be too bad, but it would certainly be more noticeable than a 22LR.

Additionally, for CCW, unless you are recoil sensitive, a 38 snubby is just as concealable (if not more so because you can get hammerless or enclosed hammer versions) and is a signifcantly better all around SD round. Gives you a good excuse to get two guns as well!

One of the least expensive 22LRs, new or used, is Heritage Manufacturing's Rough Rider Combo http://www.heritagemfg.com/. These are fun, affordable 22s that can be purchased new for $150 and used for about $100. Finishing isn't too good, but they are reliable and accurate. But as I learned first hand, the more complex loading and unloading sequence of a Single Action 22 can be intimidating in and of itself.

Then their are the DA 22s. Taurus makes their 94 in 22LR in 2" barrel lengths. Some members of this forum have good ones, but their seems to be so many bad ones (including one I owned) that I cannot recommend it. The Taurus 970 Tracker in 22LR is pretty affordable and has a better reliability record than the 94 from what I've heard. Ruger used to make their SP101 in 22LR; they can still turn up used from time-to-time.

I hope this has been of some use .

 

[Wolfpackin]

I agree with the above posts!
I considered the same for my CCW but went with the Taurus 85SSUL, .38 Special, it is the same weight as the .22 WMR Ultra Light and same dimensions therefore equally as concealable but more bang for the buck, so to speak.
Do a search for my thread "Why not .22 Mag.?" in early December and you will find many reasons for not getting the .22 WMR for PD.
For learning it would be OK; although the ammo for .22 WMR vs .38 Spcl is about the same as far as price and I found .38 ammo to be more readily available...at least around here. The .22 WMR is very loud! Might deter your wife.
I would have linked my thread here, for you, but I don't know how to do that yet.

 

[weregunner]

Might want to have the wife start out with women only classes or NRA certified basic courses with one on one instructors. Local gun ranges or clubs should have a list of NRA cretified instructors. Had the wife and daughter start out that way at a NRA women's only course. They got to try many different types,makes and models of firearms. Safety,liability, and responsible use were eye openers for them. This also educated them on ammo and function of the various types of guns. The daughter has had one on one NRA certified class where pistols and revolvers were concerned. Had to check my emotions and ego at the door and let somebody else do the educating. .22long rifle pistols and revolvers are excellent for beginners. So can be light .38Special rounds such as 148 grain wadcutters in a 4 inch barreled revolver. Both the wife and the daughter shoot centerfire and rimfire pistols for fun know. Both were deathly scared of guns before the training took place. Totally different situation know. There is also www.corneredcat.com that is an excellent source for beginning women. Men should read the info there as well. After she has some experience under her belt and a decent education let her decide what make or model of revolver or pistol she wishes to call her own. It is her decision after all. No one elses.

 

[troyandmarsha]

Massad Ayoob review of Taurus Model 941 UltraLite 22 Mag

this may help.

http://www.taurususa.com/newsreviews/CBOH2003_000.cfm

 

[mgkdrgn]

Zappa,
IMHO, the 22Mag is one of the most overlooked cartridges out there. I own both a 22Mag rifle (Mossberg Chuckster) and a 22Mag revolver (NAA Black Widow) that I use for CC in the summer here in SC.

Take a look at these, and you'll see what I mean.

http://www.brassfetcher.com/22WMR.html

If you don't have a "normal" 22 already to start her out on, you could do a lot worse than starting her out on a 22Mag.
The =real= downside is that 22Mag ammo is on the expensive side, and you can't reload (if that would be your desire to cut costs).

Since she apparently doesn't like your P22, you could also hunt around for a cheapie 22lr revolver (plenty out there) to get her started, then move up so something with a little more punch later.

Lots of options ... and the only BAD option is to do nothing!

Enjoy!