Video Review: Taurus GX4XL Pistol

In a world where less is more, can more sometimes be more? American Rifleman testers investigate!

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posted on September 13, 2024

The world of concealed carry tends to be about small, smaller and smallest--and that final category is often referred to as "micro-compact." Designed to disappear into a pocket-carry-type holster, micro-compacts are usually chambered in 9mm or smaller. Examples of Taurus' entries into the micro-compact market abound, including its 2021 release of the GX4. However, some shooters asked for a bit of a "more is more" approach, and Taurus has delivered: the GX4XL. 

The "XL" does stand for "extra large," but make no mistake, this isn't a big or beefy pistol at all. Its frame size is the same as the original GX4, but with a slightly lengthened barrel for extra sight radius--which adds to accuracy, especially if you're not using a reflex sight. It has also been upsized just a bit for those with larger hands. The Taurus GX4XL accepts a flush-fit, 11-round magazine, as well as lengthened 13-round magazines as well. 

American Rifleman's Chris Olsen took the new GX4XL down to the range for some trigger time. "The GX4 is a gun that's meant to be carried probably more than it's shot, but it's a lot of fun to shoot," said Olsen. "Its user-customizable frame allows for two backstraps ... I prefer the smaller one. I can get my hand really nice and high, thanks to the undercut on the trigger guard and the big recess at the back of the frame."

Check out this terrific video from our friends at American Rifleman to learn more about the Taurus GX4XL! For more information, visit TaurusUSA.com.

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