The Taurus 942 is a compact .22 LR revolver with double/single action capability and an 8-round cylinder. At 6.6 inches overall and 23.6 oz, it handles easily at the range or in a home-defense role. The steel frame keeps things durable without adding unnecessary weight, and the matte black finish holds up to normal wear. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 3458715 
• UPC: 725327618287 
• Brand: Taurus 
• Model Name: 942 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action Type: Double/Single Action (SA/DA) 
• Capacity: 8 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.6 inches 
• Weight: 1.5 lbs (23.6 oz) 
• Sights: Ramp Front & Adjustable Rear 
• Grip Material: Finger Grooved Black Polymer 
• Finish Color: Matte Black 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The steel frame keeps weight down to just over a pound and a half. Ramp front and adjustable rear sights let you dial in your point of impact without tools. The DA/SA trigger gives you the option of a longer double-action pull for the first shot or a cocked single-action pull for deliberate work. Finger-grooved polymer grips give a consistent hold and take some edge off felt recoil with .22 LR. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Training Sessions: Low recoil and cheap ammunition make this a practical choice for building fundamentals. 
2. Target Shooting: Adjustable rear sights let you fine-tune for different distances. 
3. Home Defense: Compact enough to store and retrieve quickly; .22 LR is not ideal for this role but is workable. 
4. Recreational Use: Cost-effective plinking with 8 rounds on tap before a reload.

Owners of the Taurus 942 tend to split on a few consistent points.

On the positive side, the compact size and light weight (23.6 oz) come up often as reasons people chose it, easy to carry or store. The .22 LR chambering draws praise for low recoil, which makes range sessions more comfortable and keeps ammo costs down. Shooters new to revolvers also appreciate how straightforward the manual of arms is compared to semi-automatics.

On the negative side, build quality draws the most criticism. Fit and finish complaints surface regularly, and some owners report concerns about long-term durability compared to higher-priced alternatives. Trigger feel is mixed: some find the double-action pull acceptable, others find it heavy or inconsistent, which affects accuracy. The .22 LR caliber also draws pushback from anyone considering the gun for self-defense, given the limited stopping power relative to larger cartridges. A smaller number of users note occasional issues with specific ammunition types causing misfires, and aftermarket parts for the 942 are not easy to source.

The general picture: a practical, affordable compact revolver that fits the range and casual-carry niches well, with real trade-offs in trigger quality and build finish that buyers should handle in person before committing.

This little revolver feels sturdy and well built, yet it is compact enough to sit in the palm comfortably. Mine has also been wonderfully accurate, making it an enjoyable and economical way to get more practice with a snub revolver.