I had a SR22 for years. Picked up a TX22 back in March of 2019. Holy cow. I loved my SR22, loved it!! Had many accessories for it, tons of magazines. Took them both out after I got the TX22. Night and day difference. Honestly nothing really bad to say about the SR22. The TX22, being 16+1 (now 21+1 with the TK extended base plates) and having what I feel is a better trigger, came away the winner. My SR22 sat in the safe for months. I finally decided to let someone else have fun with it. I gave it to my nephew. I don’t regret my decision, the TX22 has been the biggest surprise firearms purchase in my life. I never expected it to be this reliable, and this fun. I’ve got so many bricks of various ammo through it, absolutely lost count. I can’t recommend the TX22 enough.

I went with the TX22 I couldn’t be happier for my first 22lr pistol...

@StaindHand

3 жыл бұрын

I just picked one up this week- thinking the controls would be light enough for the missus to handle, as they are excessive easy for me to handle. I was wrong- we'll have to work on her grip dexterity

My wife bought me a TX22 2 weeks ago, fun little gun. Only problem I have is now I may have to buy her one.

@BeyondSeclusion

4 жыл бұрын

I can think of worse things :)

Purchased my TAURUS TX-22 just last week and it was an AWESOME choice.It goes well with my G2C,G3C,& my wife’s 856.

Thank you so much for sharing this review it's very helpful for making a decision to choose which one.

Taurus TX22 about $250 Ruger SR22 about $375 For that $125 difference, you can buy a LOT of 22LR ammo. Like 2,625 rounds of ammo ($25 for 525 rounds) Taurus also has a written lifetime warranty (as of 2018 I believe) whereas Ruger does not have a written warranty and it is up to their discretion (from I understand) if they will warranty a weapon. While it seems Ruger is pretty good and doesn't screw people over, I still like the idea of a written warranty. I think I'll be going with the TX22 for my kid and my own plinking fun. I have their Spectrum and enjoy it, plus it's a nice CC weapon. Taurus makes good guns and ridiculously cheap prices compared to other manufacturers.

@5.7Hemi4x4

4 жыл бұрын

You're exactly the person who might be able to help me. I'm looking for a .22LR pistol to teach my kids to shoot handguns. how's it working out for you? I ended up between the Tx22 and the SR22. I'm a ruger fan and like the small frame of the handgun but the 16+1 and price tag make it a difficult choice.

@DrCognitive

4 жыл бұрын

@@5.7Hemi4x4 So far about the only issue I've had is one of the mags is a bit tight, but shooting the TX22 is phenomenal. It's very accurate, comfortable to hold, and I like that it has a safety for teaching proper firearm use. My kid (age 9) can use it without issue. On the warranty side of things, Taurus is SLOW. I had to send in my Spectrum because the magazine lock was a bit flaky. There first time I sent it in the took 3 months to return it and didn't fix it saying there was nothing wrong. So I made a video of the problem, sent it back, took 4 months for them to turn it around and this time they fixed the problem. So that was unimpressive. However, it is still a solid little .380 for my wife to CC. But I digress. As for the TX22, I really enjoy it and routinely shoot about 64-96 rounds per range visit with it.

@igotnousernamenow

4 жыл бұрын

That’s the story with too many Taurus guns. The have to be sent back at buyers cost usually several times to get them working. I want my shelf gun now, not three months to a year later. The cost of shipping and hassle, plus not having your new gun and ammo wasted figuring out you have a defect isn’t worth the savings on the Ruger.

@DrCognitive

4 жыл бұрын

@@igotnousernamenow Taurus paid my shipping both times.

@DrCognitive

4 жыл бұрын

@G P B No, pricing has increased because of supply and demand. At the time I posted, that was the price on several websites new. Just like my S&W MP15 new was $399 and now it's $499. We're in the age of covid and defund the police. Gun manufacturers can't make them as fast as we're buying them.

I started with the sr22 and loved it . Had it for 5 years and ran aBout 700 rounds through it with no problems. I just got the tx22 and I truly love the fit and function of this pistol 🔫 it runs 100 % and I’m a happy man . A friend of mine wanted the sr 22 so he is now the proud owner and I don’t miss it at all . I also carry a G3 every day and own a G2 also and must say wasn’t ever a Taurus fan in the past but I am now as they are all very dependable pistols.

Rugers the best hands down! Love my SR22

I went with the SR22. I did not want a striker fired pistol, and the SR22 has all the bells and whistles. To me, the TX22 is the super reliable base model, where the SR22 is the higher end with more options. The SR22 has better materials, a decocker, changeable grips, double action, single action, stainless barrel, and smaller size. The TX22 seems to be less picky about ammo, but larger. Both are good, and who knows I might add a TX22 as well, since they are pretty cheap (if you can find them).

This has been a very interesting review of the .22 caliber pistols. I definitely like the Taurus TX-22 for its simplicity and take down to clean it, plus the threaded barrel tip and capacity of the magazine. I will definitely consider purchasing it for practice and defense. Thank you for the information?

I have the sr22, I love the gun, very reliable! I do not like the mag disconnect or the way the safety is completely opposite of a standard safety. I do like that it has the decocker. I will have a TX 22, already purchased the G2c and love shooting it over my Glock 27, Taurus has become a reliable option!

You didn't show the reset on either one. You can swap out barrels on the Ruger there's a screw under the trigger. Pull the trigger to the rear and you will see the head of the bolt on the bottom side of the barrel under the trigger. You can take it off with a allen wrench

As an update to this video, Ruger now officially sells the threaded barrel separate. you can now upgrade a standard SR22 if you want a threaded barrel for adding a can.

I put a threaded barrel on my SR 22 from Ruger® SR22® Threaded Barrel Kit

Had a few sr22s, just din't like the small grip even with the larger one on it. maybe if it had a larger grip. Even though I have small hands. Just got the tx22, have not gotten out to the range yet, but feels so much better in my hand.

My choice would be Ruger for quality, and after market support.

My wife loves here sr22. Im definitely going to get the Taurus. I'll wait awhile longer though there having some issues with the barrels.

Fast forward a few years, Taurus has a Compact TX22 13-round which would seem to be more of a direct size comparison with the SR22.

TD makes 15 round option for SR 22. SR 22 has second strike capability, de-cocker and all metal with optional grip. Ruger for me.

I just recieved a tx22 and my barrel along with several owners have shown barrel issues ranging from uneven or rough rifling to excessive slide wear. Be mindful of that before purchasing a tx22. Taurus is aware of the issue and are apparently working to resolve it from what i have read on "the high road" blog

@BeyondSeclusion

4 жыл бұрын

Good info, thanks!

Excellent comparative video! My brother has both, and the conclusion is the same as yours; it’s a tie, precisely for the reasons you note. But, that 16 round magazine… With the TX22 Compact, with the slide set up to handle a red dot or similar sight, is a winner and may be the winner if compared to these two, because of that sight option. Keep up the great work!

Ruger says the lower receiver on the SR22 is polymer, not metal as you say.

Taurus TX hands downs!

Great content! Thank you.

I have both. I have medium sized hands, so the Ruger is fine, but the Taurus does feel better in my hands size-wise. The Ruger definitely feels more solid and I definitely like the trigger better. For me, the Ruger is tops, but the Taurus is a solid effort.

I was lucky to find a used TX-22 a couple years ago. I love the feel and ergonomics and functionality and trigger and accuracy and capacity etc. I also have a G2 Millennium 9 mm that I really like. Both are more accurate than the SR9C that I had and divested several years ago. Then in November I happened on the SR22 and decided to give it a try, even knowing that it is smaller capacity and has no shot to be more accurate than the TX-22. I just liked it. I haven't shot it yet, but I like it.

I went with the sr22, my State limits to 10 rounds,,,plus I just like the way to handles and is very accurate .

I have both. Tx22 would be my choice everytime. I dont even shoot the sr22 anymore

@5.7Hemi4x4

4 жыл бұрын

would the Tx fit small hands? its for my boys to learn they're 5-11 small frames so I was leaning towards the SR22.

@Qdshym

4 жыл бұрын

@@5.7Hemi4x4 yeah. My kids shoot both and they prefer the tx22 grip.

@no_peace

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thinking about adding a one of these 22lr pistols to my gun safe. I owned a Taurus PT911 9mm and had to send it back to Taurus for service. Took almost a year for Taurus to fix my pistol. The only way I got it back was to confront a Taurus sales rep at the outdoor show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Not happy with Taurus customer service. I own a Ruger p-85 and Walther P-38 (AC42) both are great pistols and when Ruger did warranty work on my P-85... it was done in two weeks and they gave me a free 15 rd mag and cleaning cloth. I am thinking of getting the Ruger SR22 or Walther p22???

I already own the SR22 but after spending this last week checking out the TX22 online, I'm convinced I need it too.

@BeyondSeclusion

2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE the TX22 Competition, check out that review.

SR22 may be better made, but the TX22 has 16 rounds and shoots great and cost less. so in my mind TX22 is the winner for bang for the buck.

@deasttn

4 жыл бұрын

I went with TX22. We like it

@Marty48034

4 жыл бұрын

Striker fired vs DA/SA.

@elche1976

4 жыл бұрын

Omegaclass... I have 15 rounds for my sr22. So 15+1. If that's the only reason the tx22 was better... Well... Not so much.

@shannonfritsch6647

4 жыл бұрын

Sr22 15+1

@dryocum

4 жыл бұрын

TX22 with mag extension kit = 20+1

Which would you suggest for teaching a first time female shooter? I'm looking for something light, easy to work slide, and recoil, muzzle blast even with ear pro. My wife and two daughters want to obtain their Texas LTC and I'm looking to teach sight picture and trigger control before working them up to a 9 mm. We have a trusted instructor to take them through the class portion and is willing to work with them before the proficiency test.

i bought my tx22 yesterday for my birthday. have yet to fire it, thats today :). i like the looks of the ruger, its beautiful

@BeyondSeclusion

4 жыл бұрын

Happy B-day Scott!

I havent had Ruger SR22 But i have had Rugers and i know there awesome Guns I do own and have Tx22 and honestly 16+1 rounds of 22lr Hard too Beat plus ergonomics for tx22 are unbelievable and never had problem with any 22lr amo thur TX22

Great information

I've owned two sr 22 pistols over the years I loved them but parted with them. So now I need a 22 I went with the tx 22. I'm sure the ruger will last longer tho.

If you get the tx22 stock up on barrels. You are right about the tx22 being tops when it comes to BREAK DOWN.

Super 👌 review 👍👌💪💣💥. I have TX 22 and GSG Firefly. Taurus take any ammo, Firefly like " princess" only CCI minimag🤔.

Good video. I have both guns. Each handgun has its practically for me. The TX22 is my range and fun gun. It feels great in my hand. My TX22 has no external safety. Therefore, the SR22 is my CCW and training handgun. I trained my step-daughter with SR22. It was perfect for her hands and have the safety features she need to know for most handguns. As a CCW, it has the safeties features I wanted in a pocket handgun. I lived in a quiet neighborhood. Even though I never encounter any problems. Members in my small town had encountered attacking dogs. When I take my small dog for a walk . My SR22 is my CCW for those attacking dogs and I don't have to worried about over penetration. I still have to be careful in my surroundings such as a housing area to get to the open roads.

So, I went the other day to buy the SR22. I was for sure i wanted to buy it because it has such great reviews. I get there and the guy tells me its on clearance and comes with cerakote paint job (texas flag) which actually looked pretty legit. I said this must be my lucky day. As I went to go get all the paperwork done, I saw this black pistol in the corner that was a bit cheaper and it said TX on the barrel so i was interested..........as soon as I held the TX22 it was a no brainer, it felt AMAZING in the palm of my hand. I hope I made the right decision lol

@BeyondSeclusion

4 жыл бұрын

I don't think you can go wrong on either one. They are both GREAT guns, DIFFERENT, but I love them both.

@Falconryder

4 жыл бұрын

Same. Was sure I wanted the Ruger; great reviews, and they're manufactured in my home town. Much to my surprise, I left the store with the Taurus. Liked the greater magazine capacity, the grip. Didn't like the magazine safety on the Ruger that kept me from checking out the SA pull, and wasn't sure how I like the buldge at the back of the grip. Felt a bit more solid, but the TX won. Still want a Ruger someday. Maybe the Security 9.

Do both run all the bulk ammo equally and well? Thanks

I saw other videos with mis-fires on the TX22. Did you have any issues with that?

Well, it seems that if you want a striker fired trainer, or pinker, get the tx22, otherwise spend more money, and get the Ruger. Also, the tx22 has a reversible magazine catch, so it’s also lefty friendly.

One thing left out...there are quite a few aftermarket upgrades for the SR22!

@5jjt

2 жыл бұрын

Is one of those upgrades an increased magazine capacity?

Great little video I have them both along with the LCP ll 22 and love them all that being said thay all got a place for me the LCP I use as a trainer for my LCP 380 the tx22 I use as a trainer for my G2c and G3c as for the sr22 it’s my woods gun when I go hunting it’s the perfect size to carry as a size arm if you need something to dispatch an animal so thay all get three thumbs up from me 👍👍👍

You failed to mention what the second pull of the tx is like. The reset is a lot quicker crisper pull but tge way you demonstrated didnt show that. You should ave heled th trigger worked tge slide and then showed that the reset is like a quarter inch and then is just a quick crisp pull.

I own both pistols. I'm headed to the range to have more fun with the TX22. The G44 is on its way back to Glock for repairs. Nuff said.

Love my Taurus TX..... NOW, to find extra mags.......... impossible...all are backordered..any suggestions?

The tx22 has 1/2 the travel in trigger vs sr22

Does the threaded barrel make it 4 inches in length?

I had the delema of the chouce between the 2 not long ago. I like both , but the tx was a little more than $100 less the ruger and it has the higher cpacity and the threaded barrel. I got the taurus and i'm happy, if i had gotten the ruger, pretty sure i would have been happy too.

I could not decide, I have the SR22 & the TX22c, and I love them both. I wish the SR22 was optics ready, and I know there are plenty of options to put a DOT on it.

Got both. Love both

Red dot for sr22 is awesome!

Had the SR22. Fantastic pistol. No issues, ran thousands of rounds through it and the extra Ruger mags I had. Never did any upgrades, just shot it. Taurus announced the TX22, I got on the waiting list, and picked it up 2 days after they started selling them. Honestly, didn’t expect it to supplant the SR22, I just love 22lr semi-autos. Good holy log, the Taurus just runs. I have now shot over 3000 rounds of bulk box, mainly Thunderbolts and Aguila. Have had a total of 3 fails, all ammo related. They had strong rim strikes, but didn’t go bang. I personally feel the trigger on the TX22 is amazingly better than the DA/SA of the SR22. My SR22 was sitting in the safe, ended up selling it. I do not regret it one bit. My only issue with the TX22, is that the magazines are difficult to acquire. Almost always sold out for the 16 rounders. I couldn’t be happier with the TX22 than I am. It’s the most fun I have with a pistol when I go shooting.

@Falconryder

4 жыл бұрын

what did you do for a holster? Haven't found one locally yet.

@davidbrown2284

4 жыл бұрын

Jeffrey Stayman I haven’t got a holster for it. It’s a plinking/range gun. May consider a holster at some stage, but it’s not a need.

Nice review👌 I like taurus tx 22

The TX22 with 2, 16 round mags is a deal maker.

You didn't mention the different way the safety works on the SR22.. UP to fire, DOWN for safe. For some folks (like me), the trained reflex is DOWN to fire. Love my TX22 - safety is same as my other guns with a safety. Would not want to have to use the SR22 in an emergency with the safety on. Have to load, lower the hammer and forget the safety - depend on the DA/SA type of action I guess....

The TX trigger's real star is the reset. If you use the reset, it's like a mouse click.

Any thoughts or experience comparing a Walther PPQ 22 or Glock 44 versus these other dedicated .22 pistols?

@BeyondSeclusion

3 жыл бұрын

No Sir, sorry.

For $10 you can buy a bumper from TK and get 15 rounds in the SR22 mag

@elche1976

4 жыл бұрын

Yep... And still have a better quality gun in the end.

@1OFGODSOWN

3 жыл бұрын

el Ché that’s your opinion and it does not agree with the real Experts.

I had a SR22 and found it to be a nice gun, except for one large flaw. The accuracy was horrible. I thought it was me, but found another guy at the range who had one who made the comment that they are a great little gun but sprayed the shots all over the place. I have a Phoenix hp22 that displays very good accuracy compared to the SR22. Why? On all my target pistols the sights are mounted directly on the barrel. This is also the case with the Phoenix. The sights on my SR22 were mounted on the slide. On my SR22 the slide had almost a sixteenth of an inch sideways play in the slide. In other words the slide with the sights was in effect floating in relation to the barrel. I took the Sr22 to a gun shop who told me this is common on guns of this type. Fortunately he had a brand new Ruger Charger that he had sitting there for a while and would trade me even up for SR22. Boy did I come out good in that deal. I know that they are a different animals. I pimped out the Charger. I added a piccatiny top rail with adjustable rear sight, a fixed adjustable front sight, a red dot sight, flash hider, strap swivels and strap. This is my first red dot, boy these are great. I'm a nut for hitting what you shoot at and this rig fills the bill to a tee. I did notice that Rugers new small auto has a tapered barrel and slide so that in battery the slide with the sights and the barrel cannot move in relation to one another. A fix for a recognized problem? Other than the accuracy problem I did like the SR22. It's raining today, I might just take a run over to a local gun shop and check out the Taurus.

I have the tx22 compact and it’s awsome but I also use to have 2 Walther p22’s and can’t help but still have a soft spot for them. Both awsome guns tho nonetheless

Shot both well worn in as rentals at the local range. The TX22 has too much plastic, is a pain to load, and the mag kept jamming with "clean feed CCI" rounds. The Ruger was great in all these elements. Loaded very fast due to a great slide in the mag, cycled great, the reversed safety sucked. Hammer was great. However, two rounds got stuck in the breech and had to be pried out. That was after about 400 rounds though...pure torture test, I'd buy the Ruger over the Taurus.

@Falconryder

4 жыл бұрын

Are you sure you're not doing something weird? Nether of these guns are known for these types of issues, especially with good ammo. Since you had issues with both guns, might be worth examining your technique, just to rule it out as a factor.

Good job with the review .... It made my decision more difficult on a purchase of this product since I have not been a Taurus"fan" . This pistol appears to be the best value , though.

if I wasnt in NYS and wanted a just target gun the TX22 hands down but in NYS you cant have anything over 10rds plus I like that the ruger is a smaller gun so it makes a great BU carry gun

@jh8338

3 жыл бұрын

Just buy the 10-round mags for the TX22, problem solved.

16 rounds vs 10.. better factor the extra 6 rounds into carry weight but the plastic mag might cover the weight of 6 22lr rounds.. with a 22lr i would rather have the 6 more rounds..

Yes you can just buy a threaded barrel for the SR22! With that said I own both and I love the TX22 hands down! Not even close.

That double strike capability on the SR22 is a damn good selling point

@5jjt

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if that can lead to firing on a squib?

@rob6850

2 жыл бұрын

@@5jjt it shouldn't. A squib won't cycle the action. You'd just be re-striking the empty case in that scenario.

YOU ~ ROCK ! !

I want both, but the TX is a little better pistol, just my opinion.

The SR22 was out for over a DECADE, before the TX22 was released. I mean.., the TX22 is great.., but, let's not break our arms, patting them on the back, in coming in w/ a great product, after your kids have far outgrown their original SR22.

Not sure how old this review is but as stated by others you can upgrade the SR22 Barrel to threaded for about $100 . The Taurus TX22 can be had for about $230 so for another $130 you have a threaded barrel that shoots 16rds. A TANDEMKROSS UPDATE. TANDEMKROSS Makes a 5rd Wingman mag extension for both which means you can have a 15rd SR22 and a 21rd Taurus TX22. Also if you want they make a canister for the threaded barrel. I’m upgrading my SR22 to the 15rd mags and when the Taurus is back in stock I’ll get one. Thanks for the comparisons

@jh8338

3 жыл бұрын

TX22 comes with a threaded barrel.

GOOD VIDEO

Please review Tippman Arms M4 22

I wish the Taurus wasn't so G22 in size.

Both are fine 22 pistols

You should have measured the pull weight on camera. I was watching this video and decided to grab my wife's TX22 and my guage... It's pulled at an average of 3.7 pounds. Maybe it's an anomaly but it's very nice pull and break but the trigger itself is polymer.

would like to have the ruger just because i have 2 10/22s one is a takedown just stuff it in my bag, But just too many features on the TX 22 to ignore, plus the cleaning, the price,and the ejection! especially if your gonna run a can lotta back gases, found the tx for $212 @ dahlonga armory. gonna place my order ;) thanks for the review

@sandymitchell8182

4 жыл бұрын

@@Bada_Boom78 hey USA no I havent got either yet, the TX may fit in the bottom outer pocket, idk for sure, but I do carry 4 BX 25 mags in there with no problem. at this time saving all my extra money for this crazy situation were all in. god bless,stay safe.

@sandymitchell8182

4 жыл бұрын

@@Bada_Boom78 ya down here in Mississippi

I’ll keep my SR 22….both guns are easy to dismantle…Ruger backs all their guns….

Buy them both! Problem solved!

I’ve got both. Both are awesome

@BeyondSeclusion

4 жыл бұрын

YES, that is the way to go 👍

You can swap barrel on Sr22!! Its only one screw..,dude !

@jh8338

3 жыл бұрын

Don't need to swap barrels on the TX22, it's already threaded.

My only complaint about the SR22, is the spring does not stay in place, while cleaning. It's always an adventure putting the slide on, after cleaning. I like the TX22, since it more closely resembles my 9mm handguns. Both are still fun.

The TX 22 is the most sexy 22 pistol in the world!

These 2 guns are the Sig vs Glock. The Canik vs Taurus. The S&W vs everthing. God Bless The USA!!

You can swap out barrels on the Ruger SR22! You can buy a threaded barrel OEM Ruger or aftermarket! Even for the long slide model. I know because, I did it! Google: Twin Tech Tactical

@rillo806

4 жыл бұрын

Chris Sewell really?! I own an SR22 and the barrel seems fixed. I mean i already have the threaded barrel but im surprised to hear you can swap em out. Please elaborate.

@Timewaits4no1

4 жыл бұрын

@@rillo806 the barrel is fixed on both guns, but can be changed. On the Ruger, it's held in place by a set-screw that can be accessed under the trigger guard. It's easier on the Taurus

@rillo806

4 жыл бұрын

Timewaits4no1 NICE!!!!! Thx for the info!!!!👍🏾

@jh8338

3 жыл бұрын

Don't need to swap barrels on the TX22, they're already threaded.

The SR 22 has a better trigger

I love Ruger. I love the SR 22. So after shooting my new TX22.....I felt like I was cheating on my wife. I Absolutly love my TX 22. It points, shoots great and from the start felt like an old friend. Im now a Taraus man for my 22lr. Great video

Living in California is so lame.. i want the tx22 so bad, have to settle for the sr22

I would never let anyone train with the sr22. The safety is upside down. That being said, if this is the only pistol you own, it's a good gun.

Lol! Can't have cans in NY

@BeyondSeclusion

3 жыл бұрын

🤨

Why choose one buy both like me

TX jams a LOT!! All mags.

I hate to be "that guy" but ambidextrius is not a word. It is ambidextrous.

@BeyondSeclusion

4 жыл бұрын

LMAO....You are NOT the first guy, you won't be the last 🤔 It's not Karady either, its Karate (Ka-rlaw-tay).

Hated my sr22. If i even barely touched slide it would malfunction. Pretty much had to shoot it one handed. I can use my normal grip on a taurus.

You can take the barrel off the sr22 you said you couldnt uh O

Dude, stop, shaking, the, things! Holy sh!t

Ambidextrious?

The Taurus G serious are double strike capable. I don't know if the TX22 is but I would think it would be since they have that in the G series. On a different note I have always used the Ruger MK series 22lr. I currently have a MK2 that has been super reliable (can count on one hand how many times it has malfunctioned in the last 30+ years). Most of those issues were because of an aftermarket cheap knockoff spare magazine. Until recently I have never even heard of the SR22. So as far as 22 semi auto 22lr pistols I am going to stick with what I know has been around for nearly 50 years or more and stick with the Ruger MK series. All metal construction, has A LOT of add-ons and customizable. Can even get barrels that have built-in suppressors. So many options to customize the MK series pistols it is unbelievable. Sure they are more expensive but sometimes the higher price is worth it.