The Taurus TH 40c is a compact DA/SA pistol chambered in .40 S&W. At 22.4 oz with a 3.54-inch barrel and 11+1 capacity, it fits into the compact carry category without being notably small. The polymer frame keeps weight manageable, and the matte black steel slide gives it a practical, low-glare appearance. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model Name: TH 40c 
• Caliber: .40 S&W 
• Action: Double/Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Capacity: 11+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.54 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.10 inches 
• Weight: 22.4 oz (1.4 lbs) 
• Sights: Novak Drift Adjustable Front & Rear 
• Grip Type: Black Finger Grooved Polymer 
• Frame Material: Polymer 
• Slide Finish: Matte Black Steel 
• Safety Features: Firing Pin Block / Manual Thumb Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The Novak-style drift-adjustable sights are a practical inclusion at this price point — you can tune the point of impact horizontally without special tools. The DA/SA action gives you a long double-action first shot followed by shorter single-action pulls; useful if you prefer a deliberate first trigger press as a safety measure. 
 
The manual thumb safety and firing pin block work together for safe carry. The Picatinny rail under the dust cover accepts lights and lasers. Two magazines ship with the gun. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
The TH 40c works for concealed carry given its 7.10-inch overall length and 22.4 oz weight. The .40 S&W chambering gives it more power than 9mm at the cost of additional recoil. Home defense and range use are natural fits as well.

The TH 40c is priced as a value compact pistol and most owner discussions reflect that framing — they bought it as an affordable .40 S&W option and evaluate it accordingly.

Compact size and reasonable recoil management are the most consistent positives. Owners generally find the .40 S&W recoil manageable in this platform. The Novak-style adjustable sights and two-magazine inclusion are noted as value-adds at the price tier. Ergonomics and controls are described as functional.

Reliability is the recurring concern. Some owners report feeding issues, particularly with specific ammunition types. This is a recurring theme across Taurus compact pistol discussions and it shapes whether buyers recommend the TH 40c as a primary carry gun or a range gun. Most who had issues found them ammo-dependent and resolved with preferred loads.

Customer service interactions with Taurus generate mixed reports — some owners describe good warranty support, others less so.

The overall consensus is that the TH 40c delivers acceptable performance for the price but that reliability should be verified with your preferred carry ammunition before relying on it for defense.