The Taurus G3 is a compact striker-fired pistol chambered in 9mm Luger. It has a polymer frame with black finish, a serrated matte stainless steel slide, and a 4-inch barrel. Overall length is 7.28 inches and weight is 24.83 oz (1.6 lbs). Capacity is 10+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Taurus G3 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Action: Striker Fire (Single Action Only) 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.28 inches 
• Weight: 1.6 lbs (24.83 oz) 
• Frame Material: Polymer with Black Finish 
• Slide: Serrated Matte Stainless Steel 
• Grip: Black Polymer 
• Sights: Front, Fixed White Dot Steel; Rear, Adjustable Serrated Steel 
   

Features 

• Striker-fired action with consistent trigger pull across all shots 
• Loaded chamber indicator, manual safety lever, and trigger safety 
• Rear sight is drift-adjustable for windage; front sight is fixed 
• Black polymer grip frame 
• Adjustable rear steel sight for windage corrections

The Taurus G3 gets mixed reviews, which is pretty typical for a budget-tier 9mm.

On the positive side, price is the most common reason buyers chose it. It gives shooters a manual-safety-equipped, 10+1 capacity pistol at a price point below most competitors. The grip draws consistent praise for comfort and control, including from newer shooters. Users also generally report reliable cycling across a variety of ammunition types.

The trigger is the most frequent complaint. Many reviewers find the pull heavier and less smooth than comparable pistols in the same price range. Finish and material quality come up as secondary concerns. The gun looks functional rather than refined, and a subset of users feel it shows wear faster than expected.

Size is a recurring topic. The G3's dimensions work well for home defense and range use, but some buyers who purchased it specifically for concealed carry found it bulkier than anticipated.

Taurus's brand reputation generates its own thread in most discussions. Long-time owners tend to defend the value proposition, while skeptics point to past quality control history. Current production G3s seem to fare better in reliability reports than earlier Taurus models did.