Taurus TCP 738 for CCW

[sirbiggstixx]

Today I was at a pawn shop by my work, and they have a like new Taurus tcp 738 blue and they are asking 209$ for it, 2 mags and the bulldog case... What is everyones thought on this little gun as a CCW... Most reviews and youtube videos were very positive, some people had negative things to say about them, but they were also bashing them before their break in periods.. comes with lifetime warranty, even tho taurus's customer service is supposed to suck

 

[NRA Iota]

I have one....and I like it. I carry in a pocket holster for everyday wear. Pretty darn accurate...have about 300 rounds through it with no jams or hangups.
Just be advised that it is a .380...need precise placement of shots to be effective. I have it loaded with Golden Sabre HP.
Overall I give it a 8 out of 10. If you need more details...let me know.

 

[deafdave3]

Today I was at a pawn shop by my work, and they have a like new Taurus tcp 738 blue and they are asking 209$ for it, 2 mags and the bulldog case... What is everyones thought on this little gun as a CCW... Most reviews and youtube videos were very positive, some people had negative things to say about them, but they were also bashing them before their break in periods.. comes with lifetime warranty, even tho taurus's customer service is supposed to suck

The issue with Taurus is... its a hit and miss. One could work flawlessly, and another could shoot every two or three rounds before FTF or FTE.

Just be advised that it is a .380...need precise placement of shots to be effective.

Male bovine feces. Lots of folks carry .380; there's no research to back up that fallacy.

 

[dawg23]

Today I was at a pawn shop by my work, and they have a like new Taurus tcp 738 blue and they are asking 209$ for it, 2 mags and the bulldog case... What is everyones thought on this little gun as a CCW... Most reviews and youtube videos were very positive, some people had negative things to say about them, but they were also bashing them before their break in periods.. comes with lifetime warranty, even tho taurus's customer service is supposed to suck

The gun is probably worth $209.

The problem is, it's only worth about $209.

You are not likely to find a reliable self-defense handgun in that price range. Youtube videos are usually not a great source, nor are personal reviews -- because so many "fanboys" want to validate (in their own minds) the choice that they made. And truthfully, some of those folks nay have gotten a "good one." But as deafdave said, it's very much a "hit or miss" proposition.

If you stick with M&P's, Glocks, HK's and (some) SIGs, you are far less likely to end up with a "lemon." I would buy any of these in used condition before I would consider a Taurus, a Sigma, a Rossi or a Kel-Tec.

 

[deafdave3]

The gun is probably worth $209.

The problem is, it's only worth about $209.

You are not likely to find a reliable self-defense handgun in that price range. Youtube videos are usually not a great source, nor are personal reviews -- because so many "fanboys" want to validate (in their own minds) the choice that they made. And truthfully, some of those folks nay have gotten a "good one." But as deafdave said, it's very much a "hit or miss" proposition.

If you stick with M&P's, Glocks, HK's and (some) SIGs, you are far less likely to end up with a "lemon." I would buy any of these in used condition before I would consider a Taurus, a Sigma, a Rossi or a Kel-Tec.

I beg to differ. I've found quite a few Bersa handguns in that price range that have been nothing but reliable. Now, I'll be the first to admit that they are not known for beauty (some are down right ugly), but they are accurate and dependable.

 

[dawg23]

I beg to differ. I've found quite a few Bersa handguns in that price range that have been nothing but reliable. Now, I'll be the first to admit that they are not known for beauty (some are down right ugly), but they are accurate and dependable.

I don't think we are in disagreement. You're talking about Bersa's, and I was talking about self-defense handguns.

 

[deafdave3]

I don't think we are in disagreement. You're talking about Bersa's, and I was talking about self-defense handguns.

??? I've used mine for self-defense... twice. I'm still alive, ain't I?

 

[dawg23]

??? I've used mine for self-defense... twice. I'm still alive, ain't I?

Sometimes hard to tell. Sustain any brain damage in all those gunfights?

 

[deafdave3]

Sometimes hard to tell. Sustain any brain damage in all those gunfights?

Brain damage was when I was two years old. And the "gun fights" were not gun fights; just shot dogs on two different occasions.

 

[Vanilla Gorilla]

Dave your wrong...again. there is quite a bit of research demonstrating .380acp to be ****. Tons of research. And I asked you once before and you tucked tail; how much do you shoot? Bersa makes garbage, cheap guns. Im glad you like them but you have no basis for recommending them. You shot a couple dogs...swell. I know a guy who killed a man with a shovel. It worked great. No one reccommends carrying a shovel as a defensive weapon.

 

[deafdave3]

Dave your wrong...again. there is quite a bit of research demonstrating .380acp to be ****. Tons of research. And I asked you once before and you tucked tail; how much do you shoot? Bersa makes garbage, cheap guns. Im glad you like them but you have no basis for recommending them. You shot a couple dogs...swell. I know a guy who killed a man with a shovel. It worked great. No one reccommends carrying a shovel as a defensive weapon.

Show me the CREDIBLE research.

 

[deafdave3]

Dave your wrong...again. there is quite a bit of research demonstrating .380acp to be ****. Tons of research. And I asked you once before and you tucked tail; how much do you shoot? Bersa makes garbage, cheap guns. Im glad you like them but you have no basis for recommending them. You shot a couple dogs...swell. I know a guy who killed a man with a shovel. It worked great. No one reccommends carrying a shovel as a defensive weapon.

If you wanna know how much I shoot, I would just be guessing 1000 rounds a month, but that's not all .380.

 

[JR1572]

If you can afford to put 1000 rounds a month through a Bersa, you can afford a better weapon.

JR1572

 

[deafdave3]

If you can afford to put 1000 rounds a month through a Bersa, you can afford a better weapon.

JR1572

If I can afford a better weapon, I would still buy a Bersa. Nobody can convince me that any manufacturer is better than Bersa.

 

[JR1572]

If I can afford a better weapon, I would still buy a Bersa. Nobody can convince me that any manufacturer is better than Bersa.

You cannot be serious...

JR1572

 

[Vanilla Gorilla]

http://www.thehighroad.org/archive/index.php/t-452210.html

That's authored by Gary Roberts DDS. He is an internationally recognized expert. He helps conduct test for the FBI.

You could also google Wound Ballistics Review, volume 4, number 2
that's written by Dr. Martin Fackler. He's kinda credible to.

By what metrics would you like me to demonstrate that your Bersa is inferior? You pick the measurable and i'll send you the proof. Hopefully next time you have to gun down a dog some key internal component of your crap pistol doesn't shatter.

 

[deafdave3]

You cannot be serious...

JR1572

A Glock always goes "bang". A Bersa always goes "bang". What's the difference?

Furthermore, expensive guns are bought and purchased for the same reason people buy expensive cars... to make themselves look good. I don't do that.

 

[deafdave3]

http://www.thehighroad.org/archive/index.php/t-452210.html

That's authored by Gary Roberts DDS. He is an internationally recognized expert. He helps conduct test for the FBI.

You could also google Wound Ballistics Review, volume 4, number 2
that's written by Dr. Martin Fackler. He's kinda credible to.

By what metrics would you like me to demonstrate that your Bersa is inferior? You pick the measurable and i'll send you the proof. Hopefully next time you have to gun down a dog some key internal component of your crap pistol doesn't shatter.

The Internet is not credible. "The High Road" is further not credible, trust me, I know.

 

[Vanilla Gorilla]

http://www.thehighroad.org/archive/index.php/t-452210.html

That's authored by Gary Roberts DDS. He is an internationally recognized expert. He helps conduct test for the FBI.

You could also google Wound Ballistics Review, volume 4, number 2
that's written by Dr. Martin Fackler. He's kinda credible to.

By what metrics would you like me to demonstrate that your Bersa is inferior? You pick the measurable and i'll send you the proof. Hopefully next time you have to gun down a dog some key internal component of your crap pistol doesn't shatter.

 

[JR1572]

The Internet is not credible. "The High Road" is further not credible, trust me, I know.

So everyone else is wrong and you are right?

Please tell me you don't think that...

JR1572