The Taurus 22TUC is a micro-compact .22 LR semi-automatic pistol with a 2.50-inch polished Gold PVD steel tip-up barrel and a Gold PVD serrated stainless steel slide over a black polymer frame. It holds 9+1 rounds. The tip-up barrel design allows chamber loading without racking the slide. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model: 22TUC 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 9+1 
• Barrel Length: 2.5 in 
• Color/Finish: Gold PVD 
   

Detailed Features 

• Polished Gold PVD steel tip-up barrel 
• Gold PVD serrated stainless steel slide 
• Black polymer frame with polymer grip 
• Micro-compact frame profile 
• 9+1 round capacity

Owners of the Taurus 22TUC appreciate the tip-up barrel as a practical feature, particularly for those who find racking a slide difficult. The Gold PVD finish on both the barrel and slide gets attention as a distinctive presentation piece.

The micro-compact size makes the 22TUC easy to carry, but some find the small frame challenging to grip securely for extended range sessions. The .22 LR chambering keeps recoil minimal, which appeals to new shooters and those practicing fundamentals.

On reliability, opinions are mixed. Some owners report feeding issues common to compact .22 platforms, while others run it without problems. The 22TUC occupies a niche between a training pistol and a light carry option, and expectations should match that role.