Every law-abiding American has an innate right to self-defense guaranteed by the Second Amendment. But not every law-abiding American has the hand strength to rack a slide or the ability to withstand the recoil from a small centerfire pistol. That's why Taurus created its new-for-2024 22TUC, a compact, reliable .22 LR handgun designed for concealed carry and self-defense.
Yes, we concede that a rimfire is not ideal for self-defense ... but the .22 that you have on you will always be better than the .45 you left at home. It's also important to remember that, with the aging of America, more and more ammunition manufacturers are creating .22 ammunition that's optimized for defense. (Finally, let's all admit that it's unlikely that an attacker will take the time to carefully examine the barrel to check for a chambering. All gun barrels look like cannons if you're on the wrong side of the muzzle.)
The 22TUC boasts a user-friendly tip-up barrel design, shooters can load effortlessly without the need to rack the slide. The magazine holds 8 rounds, for a total of nine shots at the ready. Coupled with its double-action (DA) trigger for dependable ignition, the 22TUC is designed to make everything easy, even for those with conditions like arthritis.
Naturally, this is a micropistol that was created for ease of concealment as well as ease of use! At just 5" total length with a 2.5" barrel, the 22TUC weighs just 10 oz. unloaded, and is a mere 1" wide. Whether you're a new shooter, an experienced shooter who's feeling the effects of age or just looking for an easy defensive pistol for a loved one, you'd be wise to look into the 22TUC. Keep an eye on this space for a full review at a later date! MSRP $348.99; TaurusUSA.com.
