Taurus GX4 VS Taurus G3C (Everything You Need to Know) - TheFirearmGuy
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- Taurus GX4 VS Taurus G3C (Everything You Need to Know) The New Taurus GX4 has only 50 total parts along with longer slide rails for decreased felt recoil. The Taurus G3C has a rail, 12 rounds and a thumb safety. Both are very nice handguns. In this video, I broke down the features, similarities and differences along with some range time. Let me know your thoughts.
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Taurus came out with an improved design and raised the price by 99 dollars. S&W improved the body guard with the plus model and added the Performance Center moniker to the optics cut version and raised the price by 500 dollars. The marketing folks at S&W forgot what made the body guard a huge success. It was bang for the buck. Not to worry Taurus picked up that ball and is running with it.
Solid points Quality
The s&w sd9 is straight up junk so I find it funny how people take smack about Taurus
I’m sticking with my G3c because it’s Flawless for me.I don’t need a hard case since I carry it in my pocket and I love the grip.The G3c is a Beast and I have Zero interest in Any other handguns.I have just what I wanted so it’s why I purchased it.👍❤️🇺🇸
I'll be sticking with the G3c. That restrike capability comes in handy for dry fire drills and laser target practice.
Good stuff P P
I thought dry firing was bad?
I agree. My pt111 has been flawless! For me, there's just not enough difference to warrant change, unless they come out with a. 40 S&W version.
I’m waiting for the GX4 XL. : (
I guess but I mean at the end of the day the restrike isn’t a realistic trigger pull because it’s a double action pull with restrike, and a single action pull with one in the Chamber. I get it, but you aren’t practicing the same trigger pull as when loaded
I want that Taurus GX4 box for my G3c !😁
Right?! Where can I get that?!
I bet they'll start selling their cases on their store website.
I have a lot of cases for other handguns that just gets stored in a big tuff box, after I buy the weapon I have no need for the plastic boxes they come in no longer because if I don't carry the weapon they are in my gun safe. If I buy one of these GX4's I'll send you my case!
Mortismors, hope so... I'd pay $20 for that!
@@armyretired28 Agreed. I've never understood why people care so much about hard case vs. cardboard box. I would gladly take a cardboard box over a hard case if it meant I got 3 magazines instead of 2.
I'm sticking with my G3c. Not enough difference to warrant getting a GX4, which is more money. Plus, I do like the restrike on the G3c. Great review, as always.
As I observed, GX4 has higher muzzle flip compared to G3C maybe due it's lighter build
Some of us don't not want to carry a fat ass hog with a shitty trigger in our pants.
I’d go with the G3C because that’s the one I like.
Same
Have the G3C and feel confident with it. Prefer a manual safety and second strike capability.
You wuss
@@illmatic826 Like everyone who has an AR
@@illmatic826 Look out everybody. We've got an internet tough guy over here.
It's great to see a person who is not sponsored by specific companies give an honest review of all brands and models of firearms. That's not something you see a lot on TH-cam. Even though I'm sure he has favorite makes and models, he gives everyone a fair shake, no matter if it's a top end or budget model.
The GX4 is absolutely amazing. Best thing Taurus has ever made in my opinion. I love that Taurus had holsters developed before release. Pinky extensions, mag extensions, holsters, sights, lasers etc. Good on them.
Agreed bud
But I think they are intentionally holding back the TORO version to snare the guys who have to have the latest thing, knowing they will buy the TORO also when its released.
Sounds like they know how to make money. Make the extras, knowing they won't sell them on the actual gun. LOL
agreed
Ughhhh. Pinky extensions. Stop already. Not necessary
The wife and I both have a G3c and we love them. We also have MP shields, and the G3c is more comfortable for EDC.
You're not the only one to say that about the S&W MPs...My brother is a skeptic, still holding onto "the old, established namebrands" just have to be superior. (He considers Taurus a "new comer"/upstart.. although he liked holding the G2C for the second or two he did). Can't get his stick-in-the-mud backside out to the range though to actually shoot it. (Hope I never get that old and crochety....lol)...
I think just like music guns work the same way. I have both guns and s&w is way more comfortable to me to carry but both guns are good to me. I enjoy shooting my shield plus more but the G3C ain’t no slouch
Yup. I have both as well and the shield sights r sharp and stab into your side. At least for me
My wife and I feel the same way. Shield is bigger
Your limp wrist facial expressions crack me up.
That's how my granddaughter looks when she's filling up a diaper
Thanks brother
@@williameltringham7559 he looks like he just loaded his diaper.
Wasn't expecting to laugh but had to rewatch those expressions about 3 times and it only got funnier!awesomesauce!
I was just getting ready to comment the same thing lol had me rollin
The new Taurus is very nice looking. I can't understand why you don't have a couple hundred thousand more subscribers quiet hey than you do, your videos are that good in that relaxing, and informative!
I really appreciate that brother
He’s the best isn’t he ! Kinda fella that’d be cool to sit on the porch with and just chat .
Absolutely
I looked at the GX4 and I ended up with the G3c. I think for the price, looks and performance exceeds the GX4.
GX4 is the fun affordable P365 we all wanted but the Millennium platform is more practical for me , great video 👍
Thanks Blue
While the GX4 is probably a great little conceal gun at 400 dollars not knocking it just that late 2019 and early 2020 the Sig P365 was selling for 499 and I'm not saying the P365 is a better gun but l think the extra 99 dollars more for the Sig is money well spent and I'm not saying the Sig P365 is 200 dollars or more better than the GX4 but for 99 dollars I'm getting the Sig but I'd pay 300-330 for this GX4 if you ever sell or trade in any gun you'll understand real quick why the Sig P365 is a better choice the last Taurus G2c l traded in was in excellent condition got 100 dollars trade in towards a Walther P99c AS 9mm new on sale for 330 dollars back in 2018
@@williameltringham7559 l have two Sig P365s have not had a failure ever with either one with 700 rounds through it the other 1200 got one in December 2018 the other September 2019
@@gloriamaletta8667 Why do you have two?
@@12MRJERSEY i believe in the future the P99 will be collectable l believe they are no longer being imported to the US for about 2 years now l perfer Walthers Sig Sauer and Canik handguns but do have other brand handguns too the Walther P99 is my favorite and is the reason l like the Canik TP9 series guns because they are a good copy of the Walther P99
I bought my G2C, hopeful. After my first trip to the range, I grudgingly liked it. It wasn't a CZ75, but I kinda liked it. now that I have had it for just over a year, so a years worth of shooting, I have every confidence in it, and REALLY like it, a lot. I no longer hesitate to recommend it to anyone. The GX4 seems like a cool little gun, but I don't see enough advantage in it to replace my G2C. TBH, the selling point for me on the G2C is the "restrike" capability. It makes dryfire, laser practice a realistic pleasure, without having to rack the slide for each shot.
Solid points Rain
Feel the same way Rain. I have the pt111, and the TX22. Both have been flawless! I may consider this one, if they come out with a .40 S &W version.
I have the G3c and love it. I totally agree with you on all points. If I was just buying a gun I would go with the GX4, but it's not enough improvements from my G3c. I get more rounds, an accessory rail, more magazines. Plus, I didn't hafta go spend extra money to get these things...
I’m going to sound like a complete gun newbie but what is restrike capability?
@@piano2640 The ability to pull the trigger on a cartridge a second time, w/o re-cocking the gun. Essentially it is a double action trigger pull. This is particularly useful for laser, dryfire exercises
1 year later they are both well below $300 with rebates until mid june. Love my G3C for some range time along with my Canik TP9DA. No issues with either gun through hundreds of rounds.
I like the G3C fun to shoot, it's a great Truck gun, I will get the GX4, it looks good! Taurus has come along way.
No doubt Russ
What do you mean by a truck gun? I went to a gun store in St. Charles, MO., that advertised 9mm truck guns from 189$, and the owner showed me a jimenez 9mm 12 shot pistol. And I go okay the frame on the jimenez is the same alloy as Ruger used on their P series pistols back in the 90's. He said well if you leave this 9mm jimenez in your truck and the truck gets stolen, you are only out of 200 bucks. And I replied, is someone tries to steal my truck and I pointed to my truck parked infront of the gun store, I'll shoot their ass grave yard dead with a Glock 20 10mm.
The Gx4 looks cool,, but I'm sticking with my G3c which is my edc. My truck gun is a FX-9 with 33rd mag.
I like my G2C...I paid 300 bux for it, which is about 70 bux more than it was just a short year ago BUT once I got used to handling it, I'm very happy. Don't mind the "long-trigger" pull at all. That being said, if I were to replace it, I'd get the slightly larger G2 or G3.
399 is still a good price BUT for about 100 to 150 bux more, you're getting into a Glock 19 or the base Springfield Hellcat (the later which has the threaded barrel and can take all the pieces and parts later on that are on the 300 dollar more expensive modified Hellcat)....
I'm thinking the GX4 is a good pistol but there's some things I already don't like about it after watching the demos and listening to the reviews.
I'll keep what I got (G2C) and perhaps experiement with some of the aftermarket add-ons and mods later on. If I wanted a smaller pistol and could find reliable source for ammo, I'd probably get the Taurus Spectrum .380 for still 249 bux.
@@bryankeller3492 what don't you like aboutthe GX4? What turns you off to it. I'm asking because I a G3C and love it. Im asking because while I dont see enough to move over to the GX4 but I like what I see.
I'll stick with my PT 111 G2. 6 years of carry and not one problem. Size difference is not enough to but up with the increase in prices of today's market. Maybe when things get back to normal I'll check it out.
Good stuff John
I like them both for the same reasons you gave. However, I'd like to see the GX4 offered with an optional safety similar to the G3C and as long as we're at it a rail slot would be nice.
Thanks Frank
I’m the complete opposite, one of the few things I like about the gx4 over the G3c is the lack of a safety.
Keep safety’s off guns please
They plan on releasing a T.O.R.O model in the near future, so hopefully they add a rail then. But if they offered just a railed model, i would be happy. I bought a O-light Pl-mini 2 valkyrie just for a a G@c and i never bought one because by the time i was gonna, there were rumors of the G3c. Now this one! So i am still waiting.
As a southpaw and lefty shooter, I disagree. I'm still waiting for them to make a version of the g3/g3c with no thumb safety. It's my main gripe about my g2c. I may try the gx4 just because of that feature.
I still have the g2c didn't really see I need to go to the g3c personally. But if I was to pick between these two I would go with the g3c. One of the biggest reasons you don't need a tool to break down the firearm . Anytime you need a tool to breakdown a firearm it is a negative for me
Thanks Tim
You can also use a 9mm casing.
You should carry a multi tool or at least have one in your car anyways. They are very handy even if your not handy yourself.
For me it's the G3C all day. Manual safety, rail mount, restriking for my Mantis training, more grip area, 1 extra mag, and 1 more round capacity is nice too. I don't pocket carry so the smaller frame on the GX4 doesn't matter. I say save yourself the $100 and get a nice holster and some ammo.
The gx4 has the same drawbacks as my ruger ec9s. Single strike , complicated takedown and slide needs to be manually retracted for release to operate .the g3c is my go to.
most guns are single strike.....
My GX4 does not rattle, stupid takedown pin to lose or have a magazine disconnect. The Ruger EC9 is not even in the same ballpark as the GX4 (Yes, I own both firearms)
Love my gc3. I like the dbl strike , and not having to pull back on slide to use the slide release and the 3rd finger grip gives a better purchase on the tool. Oh yeah...3 mags.
GX4 looks fantastic. If I needed a carry, this would be top of the list. I keep my G3c next to the bed. Awesome firearm.
Thanks James
G3C for me. I had mine for 4 months. Works like a charmp! Cracks me up with those who refer to any firearm as a " Truck Gun" what the hell is a Truck gun? Is there a " Car Gun?" 🤔 can you carry your truck gun in a Car? 😂😂😂. Great review! God bless.
Too funny Amir - God bless
I think its a gun you wouldn't want to use for your EDC because your gun snobby friends may scoff, but you like it enough to keep it. fat girls and mopeds kinda thing.
Truck guns are just guns waiting to be stolen.
Truck Gun is a "High Point". If it doesn't fire you can "bean" them with it
@@bryankeller3492 nothing wrong with a HiPoint, y’all make fun of them but they’re people out there who just can’t afford anything else and I applaud them for at least carrying something!🙏🏻🇺🇸my HiPoints have never had issues but then again I keep my tools clean! And yes I have models of every manufacturer out there and I personally wouldn’t leave any gun in my truck nowadays! You’re responsible for keeping up with your firearms, but then again I am ocd about everything 🤣😂🤣🙏🏻🤙🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I have the G3C, I really like the safety, and Ilike the long travel in the trigger. I also like the longer grip in the G3C, 12 +1 rounds & a 17 round backup mag. This has me carrying this almost daily.
I have been shooting this better than my G43X.
For $265 this G3C is hard to beat, after owning it, I think I could pay a good bit more and be satisfied, at this price, with these feature, I am absolutely pumped.
@justsomeguyhere I bought it at Academy. They sell them for $279, and $329 with the laser. I bought the one with the laser reluctantly, due to them selling the lower priced one I purchased online, they sold them to the 1st one in the door, even after I had completed the online purchase, 4 times!
I didn’t want the laser, so sold it online, ebay or gunbroker for $100, after fees it brought my net with tax included for the G3C to $265, I think early 2021.
Love this pistol, especially for the price.
I got my Midnight Bronze GX4 at PSA for $319.00 +tax . , now I'm looking for a leather IWB holster .
I did also want to mention that since this video was made, you can now order the GX4 with the 11 or 13 round factory mags. However, they still only ship them with 2 mags, not 3 like with the G3C. (yes, I was looking these up after watching this video. I really like the idea of a smaller 9mm with decent capacity.
And the pricepoint is much better for my wallet than the hellcat, and capacity with the 13 rounds is better than the 365.
I do like the manual safety! I can carry one in the chamber comfortably and completely secure! Unlike many of you who dislike the manual safety I prefer it! My theory is if you have it and prefer not to use it, don't! If you don't have it you have no option!!!
Love those Limp wrist tests.
I don't like the safety on the g4. I keep 1 in the chamber....so the thumb safety is critical
I already have a shorter (0.2" length and 0.1" height), narrower (0.08"), lighter (4.5 oz) micro compact with a longer barrel (0.1"), that can hold one more round in a flush fit mag, that I have been using since 1995: a Keltec P-11, now represented by the SCCY. I might not have that "great" trigger, but the chances of "glock-leg" or it going off in my pocket are substantially less. No problems to stop it from going bang in 26 years. I long ago got used to the trigger. The GX4 would be moving up in size anyway...
Well, I did retire the P-11 a couple of years ago in favor of the G2C. I don't find the size reduction to be that appealing or significant for the GX4 vs the G2C; and I don't want to be buying yet ANOTHER type of magazines. No safety on a striker fired gun is also a minus: anything that can get into the trigger guard can make it go bang, not just those infamous intentional booger-hooks.
It does look like a nice gun (all the "new" micros do, they are all just late to the game), though, just not for me. Now if Taurus would put a DECOCKER on the G2/G3 series like they already have done on some of their pistols to make them actual DAs...THAT would be interesting!
Glad you like the P11. Had it and couldn't get used to the trigger
I'm with you there Curtis. I've had and carried my P-11 for 20+ years. I recently purchased a G3C and I absolutely love it but when I just need to run out to the store or something real quick, 9 out of 10 times I grab my P-11. It's just so easy to carry with the IWB belt clip. No holster required. Had 2 stovepipes with it years ago but after a couple hundred round break in it eats anything you put in it from practice loads to hot +P self defense rounds. Not to mention I put a MCARBO spring kit in it and the trigger went from 12lbs down to 5lbs. But still a long, safe double action but much smoother. I don't know if I'll ever find something to completely replace it.
My choice hands down, the G3c for the capacity, the safety, the stainless barrel with the extra length, comes with 3 magazines, a little bit beefy feel for my large hands, and the price. Great comparison!
If ccw was a consideration, GX4 hands down. If it's for home/truck I would go with the G3c.
Thanks 220
Why? What’s your consideration for each scenario?
I’ll stick with my G3c until a manual safety is offered for the GX4. But that’s just me.
I have a G2c .40 that I love, but I purchased a G4x that is now my every day carry. Both are very good weapons, but the G4x is just more comfortable to carry.
Leaning toward the G3c which
has safety + 2nd strike
Can add optics, laser, flashlight.
Comes with 3 mags 36 capacity
+ many mag options available,
17 rnd to 32 rnd capable.
Will add viridian laser, (may not always be able to bring sights to
eye level). May also add chrome threaded barrel + compensator
Will holster 🤠 and wear under a
loose dress shirt 👕
No pocket 👖 carry for me.
Who needs a sweaty dusty lint
filled EDC with a lipstick stuck
in the trigger guard.
(Wait, did I say that out loud 😭)
Probably their bad aim.
Gx4 will definitely be my future edc. Can't beat their price and the warranty.
Thanks Dariel
Olá amigo, falo do Brazil.
Tenho um G3c, arma muito boa, gosto do gatilho e da estabilidade dos disparos. Acabei de adquirir uma GX4 Graphene para meu EDC, arma fantástica, aqui vem com 3 mags, 2x11+ 1x12 e um holter em Kydex.
Abraços 🇧🇷
I just bought a g3c. They had the gx4 also at the store and I went with the g3c cause I don’t have a lot of dough to drop on pistols unfortunately. And the little larger size made sense to me cause that full grip gives me more confidence so I can carry it not pocket carry it but inside the waste but it’s still easy enough to shoot I can use it for home defense. If I had other pistols I would go with the gx4 but if you don’t have a lot of money and you want something that can kinda fill two rolls go with the g3c
I like the G2c the best. Outside of the now lower price, I'll keep the safety and I like the chamber warning. My opinion is they just kept removing features on each newer model. You end up with a gun that doesn't hold as many bullets without a safety for more money. If it ain't broke don't fix it. G2c is the way to go in my opinion.
I learned how much it would cost to mill my G2C to accept a red dot sight, then thought, I might as well buy an optic-ready gun. So I did--the GX4XL--without checking to see if it was double-strike capable. It's not. Honestly I haven't shot it yet and I already have buyer's remorse. It came with an optic, though.
I have a G43, 43x, and P365. had a shield 9 and walther pps m2. I shot a friends G3c and was impressed. It has a good trigger. Was very accurate and handled recoil well. It hit as good and maybe better than the ones I mentioned. Taurus is killing it right now.
Good stuff bud
I would pick the G3C for CCW! You lose round count with the G4X unless you use its larger mag! You lose the advantage of the smaller grip if you are going to more fire power! You also donot have rail for most lights! I think the best bang for your buck is G3C! Great video and liked and subscribed! Love my G3C!
Much appreciated Lone Star
I pocket carry the G3C with an Olight PL Mini Valkyrie II in a Sticky MD-4 Mod holster. Doesnt bug me one bit.
I’ve had the G3c for awhile now and it is a fantastic gun. 700 rounds without a single malfunction so far.
Very cool Erik
This review and comparison was one of the best that I’ve seen done by you or anyone else on TH-cam. Thanks.
Thanks for this. I have a G2C and will get a gx4 for sure. It will be CCW for sure. Thanks again. Taurus is doing so many things right at this point. Really glad to see it. And remember, choices are good.
Agreed David
I've got the G2C. If I were to upgrade, for the price range, I'd go with the Hellcat, a S&W MP, or even a Canik. If I wanted to spend more, A Glock or CZ. The G2c suffices for me now and I actually like the long trigger pull.
For someone getting their first gun, I'd recommend a G3.
Olá amigos, falo do Brazil.
Tenho um G3c, arma muito boa, gosto do gatilho e da estabilidade dos disparos. Acabei de adquirir uma GX4 Graphene para meu EDC, arma fantástica, aqui vem com 3 mags, 2x11+ 1x12 e um holter em Kydex.
Abraços 🇧🇷
agradezco a su gente que nos haga grandes pistolas en brasil mi amigo que brasil siga prosperando y el resto de america del sur
@@jonoxthomascito6516Tanks 🫡👊🏻👊🏻
Tengo muchas ganas de sumar una G3c a mis revolveres Taurus. Saludos desde Argentina.
took my g2c to the range and was practicing shooting at 25yards. with a 2.5 inch long barrel. very difficult too say the least. plus wasnt cheap too shoot a box of fifty...ouch!!! 107 bucks gone in minutes...my g2c is my back up gun for close combat . its a tough shot past 15 yards. still i really like the feel in my hands. t u for your channel--- i will say that the guns do scratch in side the holsters.
Good stuff Chief
@@TheFirearmGuy i really appreciate all you do for the gun community. Great info done right. Thanks again my man.
Hey I told you about the Taurus web store and the baseplates, it’s like I’m on the team!!
Absolutely correct sir
Thanks for sharing Dan, always enjoy your content.
I'm still in love with my G2c.
Personally I don't care for the takedown on the gx4.
And I like the restrike
capability and the thumb safety in the G2c.
Thanks as always!
Much appreciated Scott
@@TheFirearmGuy I saw a video that u can swap the mag release on the G2C for left handed people. Does it affect the trigger?? I don’t want any problems if I try to swap mag release.
Gx4 is my next purchase. If I can find one.
Good stuff bud
@@TheFirearmGuy Found one! Thanks for your channel!
I own the G2c, G3c and the G3 also. Now I think I will seriously consider purchasing this one. I also want to get my hands on the Ruger Max-9.
Thanks for the comparison, exactly what I needed to see.
Great to hear bud
I recommend you get a TX22 as well, finish out your Taurus family. It is a sweet .22 pistol.
I have the G2C but I just ordered the GX4 because I wanted a more comfortable carry. The only downside is I wouldn't have that peace of mind of one-in-the-chamber with the manual safety anymore.
Bought the GX4 last month and matched it with the Veridian E series laser and wow is it nice ! Looks great , sighted easy and incredibly accurate ! Wherever that green dot places and bang so goes the bullet ! It's my new carry pistol !
How do you like the trigger? I’ve been seeing guys on ytube showing how far back you have to pull before it finally breaks.
@@johncoffee5837sorry John for not responding sooner! I love this trigger! Hated the 3C ! Too much dead space on the 3C before the trigger engages! X4 is short to the wall then bang ! I have the original , the Toro version and now the longer higher capacity Carry X4 ! Guess what ! The higher capacity 15 round mag fits into every GX4 gun I own so now you can instantly upgrade your X4 capacity! Pretty cool!
For me personally, it would have to be DA/SA with a decocker to carry without a safety. Also 10 years in the army carrying an M9 I have the safety drill deep in my skull, Finally, I am only a decent shot with a handgun on a good day, (Jealous of your skill Dan) but I always seem to be worse with smaller guns I can only get 2 finger contact on, so the GX-4 is out, I am planning on getting a G3C (thanks to your reviews) when I get back stateside because in Germany, I'm only allowed to defend my self with a bad attitude- (Bad language can still get you charges, fines and jail time)
Thanks G G. No doubt, the larger guns are far easier to impact targets
Dang, left the range yesterday after testing out the New GX4 and was shocked at what a great gun this really is. Will be trading my Sig 365 first of next week. Thanks for the review! Keep em coming.
Thanks John
I actually just got the G2C because I was an idiot and didn't know about the G3C or the GX4, but I have installed a new stainless steel guide rod and a new stainless steel recoil spring and I absolutely LOVE IT!
It's my first conceal carry firearm and I also have a Remington 870 12G for home security, so the G2C is my first handgun, hence the not knowing about the other models, but in all I am happy with it and will keep it and carry it everyday!
Thanks for the info, great video!
This video is your best work ever . Coverage on the GX4 really smooth. Thanks
I really appreciate that Clay. I spent many hours on it
hope they do make a gx4 with a thumb safety
I'm still rocking with the g2c in my carry collection. Wish I had the g3c trigger though.
That's fixable aftermarket.
The aftermarket is a good alternative if you don't like the deep pull. I did it for my G2C, and loving it. However, I hate the internal mechanics of that trigger group. I feel over time, it'll be too flimsy to hold up. I also have the G3C. It still has a relatively deep trigger pull, but not as bad. The newer trigger group and trigger blade are much better design over the G2C in my opinion. I love it, and it's the primary reason that I upgraded to it. Bonus was that the mags can be used between both guns! What I didn't realize at the time was they don't use the same holster. At least what I use wasn't compatible. I had to find one specifically for the G3C and that added overall cost of ownership. If you like the G2C, you'll love the G3C. No more LCI, better front serrations, iron sights, better trigger design and feel, all in the same size and cost range. How can you go wrong with all those.
@@melc8049 great information, I think your right I got to shoot the g3c a month ago and liked it allot. I didn't know it needs a different holster but I do bow that you told me. I plan to buy one and not just as a carry but to shoot and have fun with. I feel Taurus has really stepped up and is reliable and good quality for such a great price.
@@hookedonbassncats I'm a fan of Vedder's holsters. At the time they didn't have a holster for the G3C and I assumed it would fit. Same frame, but there are scoops on the front of the G2C that aren't there on the G3C. It got in the way of fitting the gun. It wasn't until later that they came out with the fitted holster. I'm a happy camper now. The only mild drawback I have with the G3C is the weight. It's a bit on the heavy side for carry for its size. And the texture on the grip is a bit aggressive. Rubs the skin raw if you're not careful. Otherwise, it shoots good. Enjoy your gun. I think its a winner in the budget gun category.
@@melc8049 I noticed the grip texture too when I shot it and I wondered about that. I'm a bigger guy and I think that could tear my skin up for sure. I have no complaints about my g2c except i like the trigger and sights of the g3c better. I did finally get an actual holster built for the g2c as well cause the one I had before sucked. When I was in the army I bought a Taurus th9c off a buddy. I actually really liked that gun but some people didn't. I mean it's no sig but it was a good handgun. That is what got me noticing Taurus and when they came out with the g2c and i saw people raving about it and so I shot one and bought it that same day lol. Such a good buy to this day. Not all of us can afford to just buy sigs you know. I have a sig but just one.
I have a S&W M&P 357SIG/40S&W/9mm Compact, Taurus PT-111 Millennium, Taurus PT-709 and the Taurus G3c. I've had the M&P longest and really like it because of the multi-caliber aspect. The G3c has grown on me in the 18 months I've had it and is what I carry most. I like the GX4 but I'm not ready to put the others down for it.
I'll be sticking with the G2 and G3 series.
I love my rail for a flashlight. Double strike capability is awesome in my opinion. Two features a newer model Taurus should have.
Great video!!! Helped me decide I'm really not interested in the GX 4.
Thx William
Good stuff William
If they put a safety on the gx 4 I would consider it with the 13 round magazine.
Thanks Jt
I'm definitely sticking with my GC3. #1: It looks WAAAAY cooler. #2: Love the 3 mags, each with the extra round over the GX4. #3: I do sometimes pocket carry and feel more confident doing that with a thumb safety (hey I might sit or fall down and would hate that if trigger gets pull due to awkward pocket positing. #4: Again, love the more aggressive look of the GC3 (the slide finger rests, the extra mag finger rest.) I will say this. There is a group that HATES thumb safetys. I believe the GX4 is specifically for them. (Just my opinion. 😉)
This
Why do I find myself looking forward to the limp wrist test. I love it.
Great video! I'm Going with the G3C. Holds more and a little bigger. (That's what she said) Plus I've always been a fan of the G2C for many years now. Better grip too. But I really wanna get a hold of the GX4. It looks great.
Great comment brother
Lets not forget laser training...restrike with ammo prices high
Get some flat base pads from Lakeline and the G2C/G3C becomes only slightly longer in the grip than the GX4. I love Taurus but if they would have made the GX4 with a 4" barrel and the short grip then I might justify buying one.
@@Lee-ty2go there's room at the base pad of the G3C they could make a new base pad and get an additional round into that mag.
@@Mortismors no doubt
Love my G3C and G3 ... I honestly enjoy shooting them as much or more than my Glocks or M&P's ..
G3C for me (I honestly can't remember ever in my life needing a second strike on a 9mm rd....but whatever makes one feel better and it doesn't hurt anything). I think the REAL strength of the G3C is that its a solid all around no frills quality firearm at an INCREDIBLE price point considering THREE MAGS INCLUDED - NOT TO MENTION A $25 REBATE THRU APRIL '22 - with a great selection of options/extras available from the manufacturer. Nothing comes CLOSE for the money....period. Not even this super sweet lil GX4!
I think for off body carry, pocket, or smaller hands...the GX4. For proper on body concealed, and confidence to react, with expandable mag options, accessories, and more familiar feel, the G3C. The G3C can also use several other makers mags, and that restrike could save your life if you're using one arm to fend off an attack, and have issues with ammo, or whatever. it's also more fun to fire, which is a BIG plus, the more familiar you are the better your chances at successfully defending yourself, that means wanting to use the gun, wanting to shoot it, wanting to carry it, having confidence in it. I prefer the slightly weightier G3C, is feel like I'm back on target quicker, but as he said, that could improve with practice on the GX4. Both are awesome imo, and at incredible price points....so, smaller hands, off body, or pocket carry, GX4...familiar feel, and weight, super comfortable appendix carry, edc ccw, with accessory options and more capacity, 3 mags, G3C. (I chose the G3C several months ago, I love it).
I have the G2c with the 15 round mags, fits perfect in my hand, the GX4 looks to small. If you carry on your ankle I guess the GX4 would be fine, but I don't carry there.
Much appreciated
I pocket cary a G2C and it is a little tight in Jeans but very doable in cargo shorts. That being said, I definitely want to buy a GX4 because this is America and I can.
Exactly true Christopher
Love the limp wrist test!
Thanks Kevin
I been carrying a Taurus G2-C for about seven years as my everyday carry. I did replace the plastic internal parts with quality stainless steel parts it eats anything I feed it..
Thanks for the video! I was leaning more towards the G3C and I think after watching this I'm going to stick with that choice.
Good choice/ I ordered 2 17 round mag for the gc3 🔥🔥🔥it’s not the best gun in the world but after 2000 round no problems
@@calvinnelsonjr6465 I picked one up a month ago! On sale too!
Second strike capable (nice for dry firing practice), Thumb safety (civilian carry guns should have a safety IMHO), three finger room (probably why he shoots it better), Extra capacity (never hurts) and less expensive....vs slightly smaller and kinda cooler. I like that Taurus is upping their game (and building guns in the US). I'll take a G3.
Thanks Charon
I'm good with my G3C 😉...however, I do like the smaller size of the G4X for CCW with only one less round 👍🏻
FOR smaller I also want accuracy and less recoil. Taurus should make a 22 magnum pistol
They don't have the GX4 at any of my LGSs yet .... After I shared your review with a friend who has a G2C, He's got the itch for one now ...
So many people are interested in the GX4
Lol the limp wrist faces are amazing! Love your videos
Much appreciated PB
I have two G3C's as truck guns because they're relatively reliable and, most importantly, they're inexpensive for what you get. I think I'd prefer the GX4 as a backup CCW instead of one of my G3C's.
Thanks Guy
I've been looking at both of these guns so thanks for the comparison. I'm learning towards the GX4. I like everything about it BUT I do wish it had double strike capability like the G3C.
Thanks Paul
So what's the problem? If you like the double strike capability of the G3C why buy the GX4? Duh!
Limp Wrist Drill facial expressions are entertaining but the drills are useful.
Sticking with G3c excellent firearm
Thanks Stanley
Gx4 for dedicated pocket carry..365xl for appendix
Love to see a holster option review for the GX4 as they become available. Thanks for the review!
Hopefully I will update soon
Taurus store has one available for it now
I think Crossbreed has holsters available.
Never seen a limp wrist test before. As silly as it may look to do that, it’s valid thanks for including that.
Sub-compact market is on fire!!! Great video brother!!
It sure is Bill - thanks bud
Sticking with the G3C. Love that I can just keep pulling the trigger & rounds keep firing. Love the pinky extension, love the consistency
I'll wait until the GX4 comes with a 13 round mag in the box and a different base plate for the 11 round mag included. Looks like a nice companion gun for a TX22, but I refuse to pay extra money for things that should already be included.
Thanks bud
Thank you for this video.
I have the G2c and carry it all day. I really would like the smaller gun, just for warm weather options.
Same here.
Nice comparison, really informative!
Much appreciated Bill
something no one talks about.....................when the clip is loaded and inserted into the gun on the gx3, gx2, millinium, the gun can stand up on its own when you put the bottom of the clip and base of the handgrip on a smooth level surface.
Some of the best reviews on the Tube!!
Thanks so much Thomas
100% Agree!
Sticking with My G3C T.O.R.O. Since I have a P365 SAS if I want to get really small I'm already "invested" in. Had the GX4 come out when I was looking for a CC 9mm it would have definitely been a contender for my $$
I like G3C is good carrying gun,this GX4 is bout $100 more what are you paying for? New plastic case, two 11 rounds clips, a smaller hand gun. I think I'll wait for $$ to come down. I'm very pleased with G3C!!
Thanks Jeffery
I thought I would like the GX4 better but I don’t. Get the 15 & 17 rd mags instead.
LETS GO BRANDON
I'm one of the thumb safety lovers. If the GX4 had a thumb safety I'd buy one. I bought a P365 without the safety and ended up putting the add-on safety kit in it when those came out. I sold my PT111 and regret it so I'll keep an eye out for any future options that get added to the GX4.
Very cool BMW
Already have a G3 and when I add a smaller version I think I might lean to the G3c over the GX4, just to keep them more similar I guess. I'd have to put them in the hand side by side to really get a preference though. I really like my G3.
Mag compatibility is always nice. My g2c takes g3, canik and p226 mags
Awesome video, I have a G3TORO and it feels and shoots great. I like the trigger safety and the manual safety on the G3C. The G3C bundles at Academy Sports and Outdoors are amazing. But I like both they are really cool weapons.
Gotta love the limp wrist tests!!!😄❤🤣🤪
I haven't bought a GX4 yet, but I'm seriously thinking about a GX4 T.O.R.O. I love the G3C compact that I carry daily as my backup to my PT-92 AFS.
The classic facial expression doing the limp wrist test , wacky !! I'm going to wait for the long term wrap up to see the reliability of the GX4. The G2c and G3c are proven reliable . nice comparison Dan. You can buy a 13 rd magazine for the GX4.
Much appreciated Jmach
I just got the g3c a couple days ago. Shoots good
I'm debating between the two.
Very cool mountain view