First, Let me begin by saying that I am an experienced and well-informed gun owner and enthusiast, so I don't need to be educated about Taurus handguns and how anyone who purchases a Taurus "must be an idiot". That being said, I suspect that there will be some Taurus-bashers unable to resist posting to this thread. To that end, I have donned my Nomex underwear, so flame away! To be fair, I do know that Taurus has had it's problems in the past, and there are people who have had legitimate negative experiences with some (mostly revolvers, I believe) models.

My goal was to find a reasonably-priced 9mm semi-auto for my daughter to have as a home-defense firearm. My plan includes setting up the gun with a rail-mounted laser/light combo. My daughter is not a gun enthusiast, so the gun I choose will spend most of it's time secured in a handgun safe under the bed, and fired maybe 2-3 times a year. I cannot afford an expensive gun (Glock, Sig, M&P, etc.) that will be unused most of the time, however, the gun I choose must be reliable, simple to use, and easy to rack the slide.

After considerable research (online reviews, YouTube reviews, etc.) I was unable to find a single negative review of the Taurus PT111 G2 Millenium. Hickock45 even gave it a glowing review (except he didn't care for the trigger break with his very large hands.)

Not being able to find any negative reviews, I went ahead and purchased one. I bought the gun from Palmetto State Armory for ONLY $199.00!!. They have them on sale occasionally at this price and I was able to snap one up. The list price is around $350.00 and Bud's, Grag-A-Gun, and other online retailers have them in the $230.00-$260.00 range, so I think I got a really good deal. Even after shipping and FFL fee, I was all-in for only $235.00!

The gun comes with 2 magazines, and a key for the Taurus built in security lock (which we will NOT be using). The gun comes with an adjustable rear sight (windage and elevation).

This morning I took it to the range. I ran around 150 rounds through it (combination of 115 & 124gr. FMJ range fodder and 124gr. HST JHP +P's). Right out of the box, the gun ran flawlessly, not a single malfunction. The gun was soft-shooting and dead-nuts accurate. The gun has re-strike capability. In the event a round does not fire, you simply pull the trigger again in DA mode. The SA trigger pull is characterized by a fairly long take-up and then a crisp break at the rear.

I plan to add a laser/light combo on the rail. I am researching those presently, and am looking for something fairly inexpensive. I would welcome any input in that regard.

In summary, let me say that I am not a Taurus fan-boy. This was my first (and likely only) Taurus purchase. The gun is well-made and reliable. It is however, a budget gun and I frankly would not be interested in having one in my personal collection, as I have many other guns that fill the same role. For its intended use however (moderately-priced home defense gun for my daughter) it is a good choice.

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I have two 111 G-2's and two 140 G-2's. I wanted the extra magazines, and, at the price point, it just made sense to buy another gun. All four have been reliable and accurate with no break in period required. IMO, this model is just as good, if not better than a S&W Shield or M&P compact. Your review of the 111 G-2 mimics hundreds of other reviews, mine included.

My wife also chose the Taurus. I chose a "baby" Glock for myself, then upgraded to a Glock 27 (40 cal). When the recall came out, we talked about it and switched her to my "old" baby Glock 26 (Gen 4). I cxouldn't see getting rid of the Taurus as it was a good gun==no FTFs or FTEs, so it's now in my desk.

The 111-G2 and 140 G-2 are not involved in the recall. The G-2 is a new design.

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As your daughter is not an experienced firearms user, I would recommend a modern, D/A, S/A, or DAO revolver in .32 caliber (minimum), and ideally in .38 Special over any semiauto handgun. My wife's favorite nightstand gun when I'm away from the house is a S&W Model 642. This is a J-framed, 5-shot DAO revolver in .38 Special. Mine has Crimson Trace LG-405 laser grips on it. She likes it because of the simplicity - literally, point (aim) and pull the trigger. The 642 used to be my EDC until I switched to my Model 38-0 and Model 638-1 - both are 5-shot, J-frame revolvers chambered in .38 Special.

I have a number of semiautos chambered in .32ACP, 9mm, and .40 S&W, but my hand strength and dexterity are greatly compromised by arthritis, so my semiautos are largely for the range now, and my revolvers are for HD/SD.

Regards,

Dave

The Taurus 9mm 709 Slim single stack did very well in the G&A
magazine comparison test of single stack nines.

Good choice. I'm sure it will serve its purpose well.

I really liked the looks, feel, price and carry of mine. Hated, hated, hated the trigger. It must of been me though, because I couldn't get used to it to save my life.

I've have very good service from both of my stainless steel Taurus PT-111 G2's.

They fit my hands much better than either my GLOCK 19's or 26's. Are thinner, lighter and carry a respectable 12+1 rounds in a package thinner & more ergonomic than the GLOCK 26.

Best of all is they're 100% reliable and accurate to boot.

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