Today I have sinned!! TaurusPT-145

denfoote · September 16, 2001, 01:44 AM

Today, I have sinned against you, Lord Gaston, for I have traded my G30 for a Taurus PT145!!!
This gun is incredible!!!! 10 rounds of .45ACP, and almost no recoil!!! The accuracy I achieved with this gun is fantastic!!!! It is smaller than the G30,and pocket size, which puts it on par with my beloved G26!!!!! With 230gr S&B hard ball, I was hitting round, after round into the black. Indeed, I can now give up my G26 to my lovely wife without reservation, even if she loses magazines!!!!! My friend, who is a confirmed Glock 26 man, has committed to buy the next PT145 that the store gets in!!! He has sealed this with a deposit!!!!!!!!!! The only thing I perceve as a problem, is the lack of magazines. Does anyone here know a source for these items??? My dealer says that he can get them in about a week. Part of the deal is the inclusion of 5 more magazines. I do not want to wait!!! With the current crises, I have no way to know when my dealer will get more magazines in. Only one mag came with the gun!!! Help me!!!

BigMike · September 16, 2001, 02:01 AM

denfoote,
I saw this profiled in a recent Handgunner Mag and it did catch my eye. It looks sweet. Whadya pay for it? Would like to hear on the durability on it. What does the trigger feel like? Looks like an ergonimically designed pistol(i.e. grip, etc.). Holsters? Don't know on the mags but will let you know if I see them.

Mike

Aahzz · September 16, 2001, 07:05 AM

I'm curious about the trigger...had a PT111 Millenium, and that had the trigger pull from hell. Stacked badly, and mightily gritty, making practical accuracy a near impossibility. I'm interested in the 145, but the trigger scares me if it's the same...so, how's the trigger?

Lightsped · September 16, 2001, 08:59 AM

I bought a PT145 a week or so ago too. I haven't got a chance to fire it yet. From what I can tell the gun is a very solid piece. It does not shake or rattle when you shake it. It is very small for a 11 round 45 ACP pistol, and it looks bad ass. I got mine for 359.00, but I had to do alot of shopping around as it is a new model which may be hard to find in some areas.

TonyPoulos · September 16, 2001, 09:35 AM

The review in American Rifleman was very favorable. Sounds like a heckuva pocket rocket.

I understand it comes in 2 flavors - steel or titanium slide. Denfoote, which did u get?

Tony

glockorama · September 16, 2001, 10:29 AM

I, too, am curious about your trigger on that 145. I had a pt-111 and it took 3 men and a pack mule to pull the trigger. Sold it within the week. With a good trigger it would have been a nice gun, but jeez, for a major gum manuf to put out a trigger like that.....shame on them. I also thought my 111 was built a little cheaply, it looked like it would have broken easily.

Lightsped · September 16, 2001, 12:11 PM

The PT145 comes in these two flavors. Blue slide or stainless slide. I myself got the blue one. No Titanium 145 is out yet.

My trigger is kind of rough and heavy, but I have been dry firing it (with snap caps), and the trigger is smoothing out a bit.

Can't wait to test it out at the range!

gbelleh · September 16, 2001, 11:19 PM

I bought a PT145 about 2 weeks ago. I've shot 83 rounds through it so far. I was surprised at how accurate it is, and the light recoil. The trigger pull is very long, but not too heavy. I have had a G26 for over 3 years, and I had no problem getting used to the Taurus trigger. I ordered an extra mag from Taurus. It cost around $38. I can't find extra mags anywhere else.
I'm very pleased with the gun, so far. It performed better than I expected at the range. Let me know if you find a good magazine source.

denfoote · September 17, 2001, 12:14 AM

I have put 50 rounds through my PT145 with no stoppages, or failures to fire. The pistol hits to point of aim, (Boy does it ever!!!!) and yes the trigger is long, and somewhat gritty. The trigger reminds me of the Ruger P95, which is not a bad thing since I have said pistol, and am very used to it. The accuracy is what floored me!! I had heard that the Millennium line were poor performers in this area. I can tell you that at least with the PT145, the reports are bunk!!!! Another thing that struck me was the size. This pistol is no larger than the Glock 26!!! In fact, the pistols are so simular that I can use the Kydex IWB holster that fits my G26 for the PT145!!! Another good thing to report. I will not have to part with my G30 after all!!

The original deal was that my friend lent me the money to buy the new gun on the condition that I give him the G30. Well, he has relented!!! So, I now have two .45's!!! Does that make me a boulder spitting power freak?????

Oh BTW, it cost me $330 for the pistol, three boxes of ammo, and a cheap nylon IWB holster.

In addition, several Taurus dealers in the Phoenix metro area have reported to me that they will be stocking spare magazines for the PT-145 next week!!! The price will be in the $30 range depending on the markup.

blades67 · September 17, 2001, 12:31 AM

Which shop did you get it from?

New_comer · September 17, 2001, 02:25 AM

EUREKA! EUREKA!

Seems to me that you've found your ideal carry piece. Congrats on ur new acquisition.

Me? Well, still searching....

denfoote · September 17, 2001, 02:28 AM

Blades,
I got it from Mandall Shooting Supplies in Scottsdale. I bought the last one he had. He will be ordering more tomorrow, because my friend is also buying one. If you wish to get in on it call Tony at 480-945-2553.

StephenT · September 17, 2001, 11:41 AM

I've got one of these also, and mine has been very reliable so far. The trigger is a bit gritty, but doesn't bother me at all. It's a lot of firepower in a small package, and for around $400, a lot of bang for the buck. Good accuracy with mine as well and much more comfortable to hold than the G30 (for me at least)

Lightsped · September 18, 2001, 03:13 PM

Question for you guys that have shot your PT145.

How do you pull the trigger? Do you pull it in one fast motion (risking loosing the aim), or do you squeeze it halfway, re-aim (if needed) and finish the pull?

denfoote · September 19, 2001, 06:13 AM

Lightsped,
Have you ever shot the Ruger P95??? If so, then you will know how the PT145 trigger works!!! It is a DAO with no decernable break point. I just use a steady even pull. It is a bit gritty though, but it doesn't effect anything, at least, not for me.

Lightsped · September 19, 2001, 08:54 AM

Nope, never shot a P95. I've been working the trigger some with snap caps. Seems to be smoothing out a little bit.

KAM_Indianapolis · September 19, 2001, 10:48 AM

You might try CDNN, give them a call and see when they'll be in stock. Just bought a couple mags for my Sig 239 from them last Tuesday and received them on Monday. Less than 1/2 the cost of the dealer I frequent.

http://www.cdnninvestments.com/taurpt45ac10.html

28.99 per magazine

September 19, 2001, 02:01 PM

Denfoote, is the Taurus' grip as fat as the G30's?

Regards,
Frank

Redlg155 · September 19, 2001, 02:19 PM

Frank...

There is a review of the Taurus PT145 in Septembers issue of Guns Magazine. In it they list a comparison of the PT 145, G30, and Hk USP .45 Compact.

Taurus PT 145 .45 ACP

Mag Cap 10/ Weight 23.0 oz/ Length 6"/ Barrel Length 3.27"/ Height 4.87"/ Grip Width 1.125"

Glock Model 30 .45 ACP

Mag Cap 10/ Weight 23.9 oz/ Length 6.77"/ Barrel Length 3.78"/ Height 4.76"/ Grip Width 1.25"

HK USP Compact .45 ACP

Mag Cap 8/ Weight 25.6 oz/ Length 7.09"/ Barrel Length 3.8"/ Height 5.06"/ Grip Width 1.14"

Good Shooting
RED

September 19, 2001, 02:32 PM

Thanks Red.

Denfoote, how about the all important subjective feel of the grip of the Taurus compared to the G30? Does if feel thinner?

Regards,
Frank

Lightsped · September 19, 2001, 02:54 PM

Denfoote, here is that pic I was attempting to show you.

denfoote · September 19, 2001, 03:58 PM

Frank: I don't care what the figures say, the grip on the PT145 feels thinner. I think I will have to take both my G30, and the PT to the range, and try them out side by side. However, I know that the PT is thinner, because when compared side by side with my G26, they are almost identical. Also, the PT fits the Kydex holster for the G26, and the G30 will not even start going into it!! That should tell you something.

Moreover, it solves another thorny problem that plagues the owners of a new gun: holsters for the G26 SHOULD fit the PT145. Try it before you buy, however!!!

Light: The pic still doesn't come out. Re-shoot it with more light!!! (no pun intended

)

denfoote · September 22, 2001, 12:55 AM

Friday 21Sept2001, I obtained two coveted mags for my PT145!!! I did my part to stimulate the economony, although, Billery, and Chucky, the little Demon Doll wouldn't approve!!!!! I dropped $75 on a gun shop in Glendale AZ for them. I response to an earlier question, the titianium slide modelsare not as yet available. Just blued, and stainless. Also, a call to Taurus revealed that the night sight option is not as yet obtainable!!!!! Hey, it's a brand new gun!! Iam on the forfront of product development!!!! I LIKE this gun!!!!!! Further range reports to be made Sunday 23Sept2001.

gbelleh · September 23, 2001, 01:10 AM

About night sights for the PT145: I e-mailed Trijicon and asked them about the availability of night sights for it. This is from the reply e-mail I received on 9-10-01:

"We are making the prototype for the Taurus 140 - 145 they should be available
the first week in October. We do not have a cost at this time. Please contact
us then."

Hopefully they will be available soon!

denfoote · September 24, 2001, 02:07 AM

Thanks gebelleh!!!! My gunsmith is going to call Trijicon today. I would expect a price right around the $125 range. That is what I paid for the Trij's on my G26!!!!

September 16, 2001, 01:44 AM	#1
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	Today I have sinned!! TaurusPT-145 Today, I have sinned against you, Lord Gaston, for I have traded my G30 for a Taurus PT145!!! This gun is incredible!!!! 10 rounds of .45ACP, and almost no recoil!!! The accuracy I achieved with this gun is fantastic!!!! It is smaller than the G30,and pocket size, which puts it on par with my beloved G26!!!!! With 230gr S&B hard ball, I was hitting round, after round into the black. Indeed, I can now give up my G26 to my lovely wife without reservation, even if she loses magazines!!!!! My friend, who is a confirmed Glock 26 man, has committed to buy the next PT145 that the store gets in!!! He has sealed this with a deposit!!!!!!!!!! The only thing I perceve as a problem, is the lack of magazines. Does anyone here know a source for these items??? My dealer says that he can get them in about a week. Part of the deal is the inclusion of 5 more magazines. I do not want to wait!!! With the current crises, I have no way to know when my dealer will get more magazines in. Only one mag came with the gun!!! Help me!!! __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!

September 16, 2001, 11:19 PM	#8
gbelleh Senior Member Join Date: August 30, 2001 Location: Kansas Posts: 435	I bought a PT145 about 2 weeks ago. I've shot 83 rounds through it so far. I was surprised at how accurate it is, and the light recoil. The trigger pull is very long, but not too heavy. I have had a G26 for over 3 years, and I had no problem getting used to the Taurus trigger. I ordered an extra mag from Taurus. It cost around $38. I can't find extra mags anywhere else. I'm very pleased with the gun, so far. It performed better than I expected at the range. Let me know if you find a good magazine source. __________________ gbelleh

September 17, 2001, 12:14 AM	#9
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	Range Report I have put 50 rounds through my PT145 with no stoppages, or failures to fire. The pistol hits to point of aim, (Boy does it ever!!!!) and yes the trigger is long, and somewhat gritty. The trigger reminds me of the Ruger P95, which is not a bad thing since I have said pistol, and am very used to it. The accuracy is what floored me!! I had heard that the Millennium line were poor performers in this area. I can tell you that at least with the PT145, the reports are bunk!!!! Another thing that struck me was the size. This pistol is no larger than the Glock 26!!! In fact, the pistols are so simular that I can use the Kydex IWB holster that fits my G26 for the PT145!!! Another good thing to report. I will not have to part with my G30 after all!! The original deal was that my friend lent me the money to buy the new gun on the condition that I give him the G30. Well, he has relented!!! So, I now have two .45's!!! Does that make me a boulder spitting power freak????? Oh BTW, it cost me $330 for the pistol, three boxes of ammo, and a cheap nylon IWB holster. In addition, several Taurus dealers in the Phoenix metro area have reported to me that they will be stocking spare magazines for the PT-145 next week!!! The price will be in the $30 range depending on the markup. __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!

September 17, 2001, 12:31 AM	#10
blades67 Senior Member Join Date: April 22, 1999 Location: Chandler, Arizona, USA Posts: 6,014	Which shop did you get it from? __________________ Guns cause crime like spoons cause Rosie O'Donnell to be fat! I hunt, therefore I am.

September 17, 2001, 02:28 AM	#12
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	Blades, I got it from Mandall Shooting Supplies in Scottsdale. I bought the last one he had. He will be ordering more tomorrow, because my friend is also buying one. If you wish to get in on it call Tony at 480-945-2553. __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!

September 16, 2001, 02:01 AM	#2
BigMike Senior Member Join Date: October 16, 1999 Location: North Central/Panhandle Florid Posts: 569	denfoote, I saw this profiled in a recent Handgunner Mag and it did catch my eye. It looks sweet. Whadya pay for it? Would like to hear on the durability on it. What does the trigger feel like? Looks like an ergonimically designed pistol(i.e. grip, etc.). Holsters? Don't know on the mags but will let you know if I see them. Mike

September 16, 2001, 07:05 AM	#3
Aahzz Senior Member Join Date: March 18, 1999 Location: CT Posts: 211	I'm curious about the trigger...had a PT111 Millenium, and that had the trigger pull from hell. Stacked badly, and mightily gritty, making practical accuracy a near impossibility. I'm interested in the 145, but the trigger scares me if it's the same...so, how's the trigger?

September 16, 2001, 08:59 AM	#4
Lightsped Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2000 Location: Kennesaw/Marietta, Georgia Posts: 810	I bought a PT145 a week or so ago too. I haven't got a chance to fire it yet. From what I can tell the gun is a very solid piece. It does not shake or rattle when you shake it. It is very small for a 11 round 45 ACP pistol, and it looks bad ass. I got mine for 359.00, but I had to do alot of shopping around as it is a new model which may be hard to find in some areas.

September 16, 2001, 09:35 AM	#5
TonyPoulos Senior Member Join Date: February 25, 2001 Posts: 133	The review in American Rifleman was very favorable. Sounds like a heckuva pocket rocket. I understand it comes in 2 flavors - steel or titanium slide. Denfoote, which did u get? Tony

September 16, 2001, 10:29 AM	#6
glockorama Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 1999 Location: WA Posts: 515	I, too, am curious about your trigger on that 145. I had a pt-111 and it took 3 men and a pack mule to pull the trigger. Sold it within the week. With a good trigger it would have been a nice gun, but jeez, for a major gum manuf to put out a trigger like that.....shame on them. I also thought my 111 was built a little cheaply, it looked like it would have broken easily.

September 16, 2001, 12:11 PM	#7
Lightsped Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2000 Location: Kennesaw/Marietta, Georgia Posts: 810	The PT145 comes in these two flavors. Blue slide or stainless slide. I myself got the blue one. No Titanium 145 is out yet. My trigger is kind of rough and heavy, but I have been dry firing it (with snap caps), and the trigger is smoothing out a bit. Can't wait to test it out at the range!

September 17, 2001, 02:25 AM	#11
New_comer Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2001 Location: Manila, Phil. Posts: 1,004	EUREKA! EUREKA! Seems to me that you've found your ideal carry piece. Congrats on ur new acquisition. Me? Well, still searching....

September 17, 2001, 11:41 AM	#13
StephenT Senior Member Join Date: August 29, 1999 Location: Houston TX Posts: 337	I've got one of these also, and mine has been very reliable so far. The trigger is a bit gritty, but doesn't bother me at all. It's a lot of firepower in a small package, and for around $400, a lot of bang for the buck. Good accuracy with mine as well and much more comfortable to hold than the G30 (for me at least)

September 18, 2001, 03:13 PM	#14
Lightsped Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2000 Location: Kennesaw/Marietta, Georgia Posts: 810	Question for you guys that have shot your PT145. How do you pull the trigger? Do you pull it in one fast motion (risking loosing the aim), or do you squeeze it halfway, re-aim (if needed) and finish the pull?

September 19, 2001, 06:13 AM	#15
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	Lightsped, Have you ever shot the Ruger P95??? If so, then you will know how the PT145 trigger works!!! It is a DAO with no decernable break point. I just use a steady even pull. It is a bit gritty though, but it doesn't effect anything, at least, not for me. __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!

September 19, 2001, 08:54 AM	#16
Lightsped Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2000 Location: Kennesaw/Marietta, Georgia Posts: 810	Nope, never shot a P95. I've been working the trigger some with snap caps. Seems to be smoothing out a little bit.

September 19, 2001, 10:48 AM	#17
KAM_Indianapolis Senior Member Join Date: February 3, 1999 Location: Indianapolis, IN, USA Posts: 612	You might try CDNN, give them a call and see when they'll be in stock. Just bought a couple mags for my Sig 239 from them last Tuesday and received them on Monday. Less than 1/2 the cost of the dealer I frequent. http://www.cdnninvestments.com/taurpt45ac10.html 28.99 per magazine __________________ Peace... Keith

September 19, 2001, 02:01 PM	#18
faiello5 Guest Posts: n/a	Denfoote, is the Taurus' grip as fat as the G30's? Regards, Frank

September 19, 2001, 02:19 PM	#19
Redlg155 Senior Member Join Date: March 13, 2001 Location: NW Florida Posts: 2,307	Frank... There is a review of the Taurus PT145 in Septembers issue of Guns Magazine. In it they list a comparison of the PT 145, G30, and Hk USP .45 Compact. Taurus PT 145 .45 ACP Mag Cap 10/ Weight 23.0 oz/ Length 6"/ Barrel Length 3.27"/ Height 4.87"/ Grip Width 1.125" Glock Model 30 .45 ACP Mag Cap 10/ Weight 23.9 oz/ Length 6.77"/ Barrel Length 3.78"/ Height 4.76"/ Grip Width 1.25" HK USP Compact .45 ACP Mag Cap 8/ Weight 25.6 oz/ Length 7.09"/ Barrel Length 3.8"/ Height 5.06"/ Grip Width 1.14" Good Shooting RED

September 19, 2001, 02:32 PM	#20
faiello5 Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks Red. Denfoote, how about the all important subjective feel of the grip of the Taurus compared to the G30? Does if feel thinner? Regards, Frank

September 19, 2001, 02:54 PM	#21
Lightsped Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2000 Location: Kennesaw/Marietta, Georgia Posts: 810	Denfoote, here is that pic I was attempting to show you.

September 19, 2001, 03:58 PM	#22
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	Frank: I don't care what the figures say, the grip on the PT145 feels thinner. I think I will have to take both my G30, and the PT to the range, and try them out side by side. However, I know that the PT is thinner, because when compared side by side with my G26, they are almost identical. Also, the PT fits the Kydex holster for the G26, and the G30 will not even start going into it!! That should tell you something. Moreover, it solves another thorny problem that plagues the owners of a new gun: holsters for the G26 SHOULD fit the PT145. Try it before you buy, however!!! Light: The pic still doesn't come out. Re-shoot it with more light!!! (no pun intended ) __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!

September 22, 2001, 12:55 AM	#23
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	PT145 Mags Friday 21Sept2001, I obtained two coveted mags for my PT145!!! I did my part to stimulate the economony, although, Billery, and Chucky, the little Demon Doll wouldn't approve!!!!! I dropped $75 on a gun shop in Glendale AZ for them. I response to an earlier question, the titianium slide modelsare not as yet available. Just blued, and stainless. Also, a call to Taurus revealed that the night sight option is not as yet obtainable!!!!! Hey, it's a brand new gun!! Iam on the forfront of product development!!!! I LIKE this gun!!!!!! Further range reports to be made Sunday 23Sept2001. __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!

September 23, 2001, 01:10 AM	#24
gbelleh Senior Member Join Date: August 30, 2001 Location: Kansas Posts: 435	About night sights for the PT145: I e-mailed Trijicon and asked them about the availability of night sights for it. This is from the reply e-mail I received on 9-10-01: "We are making the prototype for the Taurus 140 - 145 they should be available the first week in October. We do not have a cost at this time. Please contact us then." Hopefully they will be available soon! __________________ gbelleh

September 24, 2001, 02:07 AM	#25
denfoote Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Buckeye Arizona Posts: 5,526	Thanks gebelleh!!!! My gunsmith is going to call Trijicon today. I would expect a price right around the $125 range. That is what I paid for the Trij's on my G26!!!! __________________ Ich bin kein Nationalsozialist!!!!!! Ich bin Republikaner!!!!!!!! Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoset. Arizona: Flush the Johns!!!