Taurus 709 "slim" 9mm

Catfish25p2000 · July 8, 2009, 08:58 PM

Any one have any experience with these yet? I just got one in and was wondering if anyone has shot one yet?

Really a nice looking little gun.

Steve1911 · July 8, 2009, 09:02 PM

I have not shot it but let me know how it shoots. I have been eye'n one at the local gun shop...

If they shoot anything like the 24/7 & the mill.pro that I have now... I will be buying one....because I NEED it of course...

David the Gnome · July 8, 2009, 09:26 PM

It's one of the few Taurus pistols I've considered picking up. Let us know how it does.

Catfish25p2000 · July 8, 2009, 09:33 PM

I won't be shooting this one, I have it for sale. I was just wandering if anyone has shot one yet to see if I need to order another one for myself. I think I really like the feel of this one. Feels really good in my hand. Great vacation gun. 7+1.

SKM&P9 · July 8, 2009, 09:47 PM

I was figuring they wouldn't be out until Oct. or Nov. Interesting......

Catfish25p2000 · July 8, 2009, 09:54 PM

They just came out. The distributor that sent me this one didn't think they would be out for a while either.

INMY01TA · July 8, 2009, 10:21 PM

Me wants..

txstang84 · July 9, 2009, 05:34 AM

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Me wants..

+1

I'm curious about the recoil and handling of a compact polymer like that...

Wiskey_33 · July 9, 2009, 06:59 AM

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I'm curious about the recoil and handling of a compact polymer like that...

Go shoot a Kahr.

N.H. Yankee · July 9, 2009, 08:06 AM

I handled one 2 days ago at my local gunshop, they were asking $372.00. Nice trigger, 8+1 and it had nice sights. I was going to buy it until a CZ P-01 caught my eye. Looking back I should have scored a double. I also have a P-11 that is so reliable and has more capacity, I hate to go with somthing unknown. Two reasons I like the 709 are sights are better and the trigger is great. The Keltec is true DAO and it isn't exactly a light squeeze. I have had a few times I was a couple inch's off due to the excessively heavy pull.

I really like the 709, and maybe when it establish's a known track record I'll be another BULL packer. I have had exceptional luck with Taurus guns, I realize they aren't perfect, but from recent experience even top name high price guns put out lemons.

srt 10 jimbo · July 9, 2009, 08:37 AM

How much did you pay for it?

treefarmernc · July 9, 2009, 09:52 AM

Nice to finally see them out!!! What are the dimensions, OAL, width, weight etc? And what does Taurus say about what ammo it is rated for?

Russ5924 · July 9, 2009, 10:07 AM

Looks nice BUT it is a Taurus and a new model at that I would wait

overkill556x45 · July 9, 2009, 11:35 AM

The 709 caught my eye too. Looks like it could be a good pistol for the wife if it turns out to be reliable. I still love my wife so I don't want to give her an unreliable CCW gun.

Plus it just looks like a cool range toy/backpacking gun/car gun/camping gun (in IA anyway--no bears here). I hope Taurus's QC has turned a corner because they have some really innovative/cool new designs at decent prices. Not to start the old Taurus vs. X debate, but a lot of my friends own or have owned Taurii in the past. Half will never buy anything else, and the other half will never own one again.

But like I said, this looks promising. I demand a range report.

Shadi Khalil · July 9, 2009, 12:02 PM

Man I wish you where shooting that one, I'm dying to know how the hold up. I have had allot of bad experience with Taurus but the 709 really catches my eye. It looks like the ideal size and weight for a .9mm, I just cant bring myself to own one again.

txstang84 · July 9, 2009, 01:15 PM

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Go shoot a Kahr.

If I had the $600+ to throw down on one, I might...for now though, I'll keep enjoying my PA-63

I know I dropped $750 on a Kimber, but hey, gotta get a 1911 to have a decent collection.

Catfish25p2000 · July 9, 2009, 03:48 PM

Ok, here are the specs on it...
SA/DA
7+1 (two mags), and there is a two round extension available.
Barrel length 3.2"
OAL 6.24"
OAH 4.52"
OAW 1.04"
In single action, the trigger pull is 5-7 lbs, double action 7-9 lbs
Weight is 19oz
3 White dot sights
Adjustable rear sight
Stainless barrel
The mag release is reversable
It also has a loaded chamber indicator
It just says 9mm for the round, so it probably is not +P

Texasborn · July 9, 2009, 03:51 PM

I picked up a Kahr CW9 for $418 in Mesquite, TX at S.A.W.

I found it for $420 at Shooter's Edge in Waxahachie.

They are around. I bet there aren't near as many deals to be found in Abilene. You might need to look in Lubbock or whatever big city you go through on your way back if possible.

txstang84 · July 9, 2009, 03:56 PM

damn...I guess I was looking in the wrong places...I'm in Abilene-or at least I will be back soon.

PhoenixConflagration · July 9, 2009, 04:00 PM

Dimension numbers are one thing, but you're holding it, do you think it's small enough for pocket carry? How does it compare to, say, a Glock 26? An LCP? Bersa .380? Size-wise I mean.

Catfish25p2000 · July 9, 2009, 05:01 PM

No, it is not small enough for a pocket carry. It is quite a bit bigger than an LCP. You would need to holster it. I would say it is closer to a compact Glock but more slim. I will try to get a pic of it next to an LCP and a Kel-tec.

Catfish25p2000 · July 9, 2009, 05:34 PM

Ok, here are some pics of the Taurus next to a Ruger LCP and a Full size XD-9

Here it is next to an XD-9

old_ironsights · July 9, 2009, 07:04 PM

If I read the specs correctly, the 709's bigger than a Kel Tec P-40???

srt 10 jimbo · July 9, 2009, 07:45 PM

I carry a springfield xd9mm for concealed. It's a little bigger then I like. this looks a bit smaller. have not seen any around here though.

ranburr · July 9, 2009, 11:16 PM

How does it compare size wise to a Walther PPS?

July 8, 2009, 08:58 PM	#1
Catfish25p2000 Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2009 Posts: 232	Taurus 709 "slim" 9mm Any one have any experience with these yet? I just got one in and was wondering if anyone has shot one yet? Really a nice looking little gun. Last edited by Catfish25p2000; July 8, 2009 at 09:05 PM.

July 8, 2009, 09:26 PM	#3
David the Gnome Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2007 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 2,286	It's one of the few Taurus pistols I've considered picking up. Let us know how it does. __________________ David the Gnome's Collection

July 9, 2009, 08:06 AM	#10
N.H. Yankee Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2004 Location: Rural N.H. Posts: 1,214	I handled one 2 days ago at my local gunshop, they were asking $372.00. Nice trigger, 8+1 and it had nice sights. I was going to buy it until a CZ P-01 caught my eye. Looking back I should have scored a double. I also have a P-11 that is so reliable and has more capacity, I hate to go with somthing unknown. Two reasons I like the 709 are sights are better and the trigger is great. The Keltec is true DAO and it isn't exactly a light squeeze. I have had a few times I was a couple inch's off due to the excessively heavy pull. I really like the 709, and maybe when it establish's a known track record I'll be another BULL packer. I have had exceptional luck with Taurus guns, I realize they aren't perfect, but from recent experience even top name high price guns put out lemons. __________________ The real danger to America is not abroad but within.. Having an open mind is a good thing, but not so open that your brains fall out! Save America, abort liberalism. Last edited by N.H. Yankee; July 9, 2009 at 09:39 AM.

July 9, 2009, 09:52 AM	#12
treefarmernc Senior Member Join Date: February 22, 2009 Posts: 101	Nice to finally see them out!!! What are the dimensions, OAL, width, weight etc? And what does Taurus say about what ammo it is rated for? __________________ The mightiest oak in the forest was once only a little nut that stuck its ground.

July 9, 2009, 10:07 AM	#13
Russ5924 Senior Member Join Date: February 18, 2005 Posts: 1,853	Looks nice BUT it is a Taurus and a new model at that I would wait __________________ Russ5924

July 8, 2009, 09:02 PM	#2
Steve1911 Senior Member Join Date: June 18, 2009 Posts: 431	I have not shot it but let me know how it shoots. I have been eye'n one at the local gun shop... If they shoot anything like the 24/7 & the mill.pro that I have now... I will be buying one....because I NEED it of course...

July 8, 2009, 09:33 PM	#4
Catfish25p2000 Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2009 Posts: 232	I won't be shooting this one, I have it for sale. I was just wandering if anyone has shot one yet to see if I need to order another one for myself. I think I really like the feel of this one. Feels really good in my hand. Great vacation gun. 7+1.

July 8, 2009, 09:47 PM	#5
SKM&P9 Senior Member Join Date: January 18, 2007 Location: N.E. Ohio Posts: 223	I was figuring they wouldn't be out until Oct. or Nov. Interesting......

July 8, 2009, 09:54 PM	#6
Catfish25p2000 Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2009 Posts: 232	They just came out. The distributor that sent me this one didn't think they would be out for a while either.

July 8, 2009, 10:21 PM	#7
INMY01TA Member Join Date: November 30, 2008 Location: Marylandistan Posts: 88	Me wants..

July 9, 2009, 08:37 AM	#11
srt 10 jimbo Senior Member Join Date: September 10, 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 956	How much did you pay for it?

July 9, 2009, 11:35 AM	#14
overkill556x45 Senior Member Join Date: August 19, 2007 Location: Iowa Posts: 625	The 709 caught my eye too. Looks like it could be a good pistol for the wife if it turns out to be reliable. I still love my wife so I don't want to give her an unreliable CCW gun. Plus it just looks like a cool range toy/backpacking gun/car gun/camping gun (in IA anyway--no bears here). I hope Taurus's QC has turned a corner because they have some really innovative/cool new designs at decent prices. Not to start the old Taurus vs. X debate, but a lot of my friends own or have owned Taurii in the past. Half will never buy anything else, and the other half will never own one again. But like I said, this looks promising. I demand a range report.

July 9, 2009, 12:02 PM	#15
Shadi Khalil Senior Member Join Date: September 23, 2006 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,763	Man I wish you where shooting that one, I'm dying to know how the hold up. I have had allot of bad experience with Taurus but the 709 really catches my eye. It looks like the ideal size and weight for a .9mm, I just cant bring myself to own one again. __________________ "People say, oh it's dangerous to keep weapons in the home, or the workplace. Well I say, it's better to be hurt by someone you know, accidentally, than by a stranger, on purpose." -Dwight Schrute

July 9, 2009, 03:48 PM	#17
Catfish25p2000 Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2009 Posts: 232	Specs... Ok, here are the specs on it... SA/DA 7+1 (two mags), and there is a two round extension available. Barrel length 3.2" OAL 6.24" OAH 4.52" OAW 1.04" In single action, the trigger pull is 5-7 lbs, double action 7-9 lbs Weight is 19oz 3 White dot sights Adjustable rear sight Stainless barrel The mag release is reversable It also has a loaded chamber indicator It just says 9mm for the round, so it probably is not +P

July 9, 2009, 03:51 PM	#18
Texasborn Member Join Date: July 2, 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 31	I picked up a Kahr CW9 for $418 in Mesquite, TX at S.A.W. I found it for $420 at Shooter's Edge in Waxahachie. They are around. I bet there aren't near as many deals to be found in Abilene. You might need to look in Lubbock or whatever big city you go through on your way back if possible. Last edited by Texasborn; July 9, 2009 at 04:18 PM.

July 9, 2009, 03:56 PM	#19
txstang84 Senior Member Join Date: April 11, 2009 Location: The Lone Star State Posts: 634	damn...I guess I was looking in the wrong places...I'm in Abilene-or at least I will be back soon. __________________ The best defense is a good offense

July 9, 2009, 04:00 PM	#20
PhoenixConflagration Senior Member Join Date: November 6, 2008 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 488	Dimension numbers are one thing, but you're holding it, do you think it's small enough for pocket carry? How does it compare to, say, a Glock 26? An LCP? Bersa .380? Size-wise I mean. __________________ *There is nothing quite so dangerous as a pacifist, for they will readily sacrifice others* for their ideals.**

July 9, 2009, 05:01 PM	#21
Catfish25p2000 Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2009 Posts: 232	No, it is not small enough for a pocket carry. It is quite a bit bigger than an LCP. You would need to holster it. I would say it is closer to a compact Glock but more slim. I will try to get a pic of it next to an LCP and a Kel-tec.

July 9, 2009, 05:34 PM	#22
Catfish25p2000 Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2009 Posts: 232	Ok, here are some pics of the Taurus next to a Ruger LCP and a Full size XD-9 Here it is next to an XD-9

July 9, 2009, 07:45 PM	#24
srt 10 jimbo Senior Member Join Date: September 10, 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 956	I carry a springfield xd9mm for concealed. It's a little bigger then I like. this looks a bit smaller. have not seen any around here though.

July 9, 2009, 11:16 PM	#25
ranburr Senior Member Join Date: February 17, 2006 Location: TX Posts: 1,073	How does it compare size wise to a Walther PPS? __________________ ranburr "There are no stupid questions, just stupid people asking questions".