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        $206.87
        • ✓Reliable across different ammo we tested
        • ✓10 or 12 rounds of 9mm
        • ✓Right amount of grip for CCW
        • ✓Easy to access controls
        • ✓Affordable
        • ✗Comes with manual safety that requires training
        • ✗Not optics ready

        Editor’s Note: "Overall a reliable and dependable CCW gun for a reasonable price (under $300). It’s certainly a step up from the G2C and usually only costs a few bucks more. Well worth the update!" - Johnny B.

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        Product Details

        Caliber
        9mm Luger
        Action
        Semi-Auto / Single Action
        Weight
        1.37 lbs
        Barrel Length
        3.2in / 3.3in
        Overall Length
        6.3in
        Finish
        Black
        Magazine Capacity
        12+1-Round
        Magazine Included
        3 x 12 Round
        Magazine Type
        Removable

        Features

        Reliable across different ammo we tested
        10 or 12 rounds of 9mm
        Right amount of grip for CCW
        Easy to access controls
        Affordable
        Comes with manual safety that requires training

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        FINAL VERDICT

        The Taurus G3C is a compact and affordable CCW that has some nice improvements over its predecessor the G2C. It brings easy-to-reach controls with a nice grip. With the G3C, you get three magazines, front slide serrations, a better magwell, and Glock-compatible metal sights. If you're stuck between the G2C and the G3C we recommend going with the G3C. It's a few extra bucks but well worth it.

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        Bestavrin
        Bestavrin(1 rating)-Jan 17, 2024

        This is my first and only 9mm so far so, as a beginner, I can't compare it to a lot of other pistols but I have found it to be comfortable and easy to use with no problems whatsoever. The three magazines it comes standard with are nice although the springs are pretty stiff when new (I'm guessing that is common). The G2 was recommended to me as an inexpensive CCW but while I dithered the G3c became available and seemed like the perfect upgrade. So far I would recomend it to anyone looking for a smaller, lightweight, reliable 9mm for home defense, CCW or just fun target shooting. A beginner's two cents.

        FlashBack
        FlashBack (1 rating)-Oct 26, 2023

        I'd give it a solid 5 if the trigger was improved...it seems very looong to me. I see there are some companies that offer different triggers that I may be looking into.

        Walter
        Walter (1 rating)-May 21, 2023

        Out of the box mine has ran flawlessly. I also have the g3 full-size. It also has been a flawless gun. Both have around 1500 rounds through them and have had 0 malfunctions. I did put a lake line guide rod in both guns and have the factory rods put up for spares. All and all I enjoy shooting these guns just as much as my m&p or Glock. So far they both seem to be just as reliable.

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        Front Sight
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        Reliable across different ammo tested
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        Ergonomics
        Controls are in the right place and great grip
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