Training

What better way to pressure test the Taurus Expedition than a marksmanship class at the legendary FTW Ranch, then follow that up with a high-stakes hunt for a huge trophy axis deer? Join Taurus USA's General Manager of Marketing as he dips his toes into the science and adventure of long range hunting, featuring the [...]

Firearm ownership entails more than the right to carry and shoot. It carries the responsibility to train with purpose. Whether for personal defense, competition or the satisfaction of honing a skill, the range serves as a classroom where discipline and repetition translate into improved performance. Among the most effective tools for building that discipline is [...]

By Rev. Kenn Blanchard The most important lesson I learned and taught as a firearms instructor for the CIA is that your mind is your primary weapon. Weapons evolve, systems come and go, but your ability to assess and respond to a threat ultimately determines your survival. A well-made firearm can be a powerful equalizer, [...]

By Andrea Bogard Do you ever go on a date and it just “clicks?” No awkward pauses or uncomfortable dialogues. No cataclysmic philosophical or idealogical differences … No diametrically opposed views on public displays of affection … So, swipe right and let’s explore the Taurus GX2 together. Gunsite and the GX2 I had the opportunity [...]

By Michelle Cerino The Taurus Deputy in .45 Colt with its 4-¾ inch barrel differs significantly from the other firearms in my gunroom. Yes, I have a few wheelguns for personal protection, like a Taurus 82 medium frame revolver and a Taurus 856 Ultra Lite, both in 38 Spl +P. However, the Taurus Deputy is a horse [...]

By Andrea Bogard The GX4 Carry is a powerful, effective and comfortable companion to take afield. Whether enjoying a hike, hunting or just spending time in the great outdoors, the Taurus GX4 Carry is both packable and powerful. I’m a huge proponent of “practice how you intend to perform,” so to the woods and the [...]

Shooting a Handgun For the First Time by Andy Grossman Stepping out of your comfort zone and doing something new is one of the hardest things to do in this crazy thing we call life. Let’s face it, it is so much easier to just do what we always do and stick to what we [...]

by Mark Luell In a world where time and money are scarce, finding ample resources for self-defense skill development seems like a luxury. This challenge necessitates a shift in mindset towards efficiency and prioritization. You can’t do everything all at once. Let's delve into strategies to optimize training time without breaking the bank, with a [...]

Martial Arts vs Combat Sports Finding the perfect martial art for self-defense can feel like an impossible task. Many people turn to disciplines like Krav Maga, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) as means of protecting themselves and their loved ones. Practicing a martial art offers practitioners [...]

By Andy Grossman Self-defense is not for the weak because the weak become victims. The most important thing to remember in life is you can and must fight back. Even if the battle doesn’t seem possible, you must keep fighting for survival. An attacker doesn’t want a fight and 9 times out 10 they are [...]

Written by Chris Cypert Any set of gun handling rules worth abiding by include these two constants: Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, and always keep your finger off the trigger until beginning the intentional act of shooting. These aren’t just “range rules,” but are prudent and essential gun handling rules to [...]

One of the toughest concealed carry challenges is how to carry when you have to tuck your shirt in. If we’re honest, most “CCW solutions” work best with an untucked, and while society’s dress code has become fairly casual, there are still occasions that may call for a tucked in shirt and to be armed. The first [...]

When it comes to every day carry (EDC), one of the most enduring debates is what size gun to carry. Should you carry a fullsize gun like a Taurus G3 Tactical, or are you better suited with something smaller and easier to conceal like the GX4 TORO? Well, as you might imagine, the answer is [...]

One of the constantly raging debates in the concealed carry community is whether or not your carry gun should have a manual safety. Many modern striker fired polymer framed guns, such as the GX4 family of pistols don’t have safeties. Neither do most revolvers, either. However, 1911 pattern pistols and certain models in the Taurus [...]

The Case for Irons: “The optic is just another hanging off that gun that makes it harder to conceal” It’s very much a red dot world these days. Even very small carry guns, like the GX4 are now coming from the factory ready to receive a red dot. But that doesn’t mean there’s no place [...]

Let’s take a look at one of the massive improvements Taurus has made as a company, and that’s finishes. No, not finishing as in races, but rather the gas-nitride slide finish on the entire G3 series. What are the benefits of a gas-nitride finish? It hardens the metal, making it more resistant to wear and [...]

Today we’re looking at the advantages or disadvantages of a short slide vs a long slide on a concealed carry gun. For example, both the G3c and the GX4 have XL versions which have a longer slide. But why would you want a longer slide on a small concealed carry gun? Two key reasons – [...]

One of the best things about shopping for a new EDC firearm is the ability to check out the latest options available that will fit both your individual needs and your budget. If you’re familiar with the Taurus® G-Series, you know that we continue to add exciting and affordable new models to our comprehensive line [...]

Welcome to our Concealed Carry Debate article and video series located within our all-new Bullfighter Journal. Are you Team Revolver or Team Semi-Auto? Do you prefer the myriad of options and higher capacity available with a semi-auto pistol or the modularity and reliability of a revolver? If you carry concealed, this topic is most likely [...]

The hot topic always comes to mind when looking at defensive pistols is the trigger. Let’s face it, we all know when you pick up a new pistol to try out, the first thing we do is rack the slide and test out the trigger. But, if you are new to pistols, some of the [...]