Wheel Gun Wednesday : Taurus 942 : 8 Shot 22 Mag 

Excellent video. Don't let anyone tell you that the 22 WMR is inadequate for self defense. It's much easier to be DEADLY ACCURATE with this round than any 9mm for the average shooter. Accuracy over caliber in any situation.

I have a Taurus like this in .22mag but with a 4In barrel. I agree with everything said here. It looks like a 357 but the heft makes it the most accurate gun I own. The .22mag comes screaming out of that barrel. Whenever I bring it with me to the range, I let folks shoot it if they want and everyone finds it to be the most fun gun they’ve shot that day I bought it used and it’s really well built, super reliable and was half the price of the Rutgers and s&w revolvers.

I showed this video to my son. He went out and bought me a 942 22lr for my birthday. Love it.

I'am italian and this gun Is magnifica!small caliber,very strong effect!

Never thought about owning a 22mag until now. Looks good!

.22 WMR is a very underrated round especially in a conceal carry handgun. I carry a S&W 351c around my house daily and often as my CCW gun and having 7 shots of the Gold Dot .22 WMR makes it a very capable and reliable defensive option. Stay safe and be BLESSED!!!

Looks like an outstanding option, 22 mag in a revolver equals reliability for me.

I bought mine 2 weeks ago and love it. The only rimfire I will trust for self-defense would have to be fired from a revolver

22mag is such an underestimated round.

Bad ass gun and very underrated caliber.

Back in the late 90's or early 2000's I purchased a Taurus ultra lite in 22 magnum. Yes those extra 2 rounds are nice to have, love my ultra lite 8 shot.

Amigo, your videos last year from shot show got me all excited about this thing... I waited and waited and waited and waited and finally April of this year my local gun shop had one in the 22 LR... Picked it up and haven't looked back since to date, we have put about 600 rounds through it flawless... love it.. As a bonus, my wife says I need to pick up another one bwcause she likes the one we have now.... perhaps the 22 mag is next in line for me!!!!

Taurus makes a very nice gun. And very affordable.

Thanks for the continued info on revolvers, my favorite of the two styles.

Glad you got ahold of one ... I've been on the lookout for a three inch stainless in .22 lr just for fun . I've heard nothing but praise for the 942 from those who've gotten time with one ! I appreciate your videos ... keep up the great reviews !

Been looking for a 22mag snubby that was reasonable. Very nice.

A great looking gun, 8 shot can't be beat. And 22mag is a good defense ammo.

Wish I could find one, especially with 3" barrel.

I absolutely love my 941, in a 2 inch blued model with a fully adjustable rear sight. The fit and finish is outstanding as is the bluing, which is highly polished and bright just like old school S&W's. It's accurate as well. A real pleasure to shoot. Being all steel it's a bit heavier than the alloy model, but still very easy to carry.

My wheel gun Wednesday was a ruger super blackhawk three screw from 1963. Newly acquired. Also got the ammo hookup of 1000 44mag rounds from a good friend. Shoots awesome and heavy weight makes the recoil manageable.

I have, and love, a Taurus 992 22mag/22LR 4" convertible. Excellent shooter and trainer for new shooters. Thank you for the video.

Checking my local gun shop tomorrow. Absolutely love this. I own a 605 357mag and I love it. My wife loved shooting 38+p through it, it's now her EDC! I have the Ruger single 9 22mag and I hate shooting it but it's a beautiful Revolver. Nice price as well compared to $750 for S&W.

Yup. I have been enjoying a S&W 651 for about 25 years. It cost $317 and is worth every penny. .22 mag very underrated. Semi collecting them for years , have several scarce models. And I am well stocked on ammo ,as I learned my lesson in 2008. I remind myself the Lord is in charge as I think about the next four years. TBH, I'm worried for even the next year .We can make a joke of 2020 being hindsight. Not too much Ha-ha though. sigh . Stay safe friends.

I also would love to have this little beauty. In recent years the Taurus semiautomatic pistols have completely impressed me and changed my mind about the company. God luck to them!

A great looking revolver!! Thanks for another very informative gun video. Stay safe and God bless!!

I had no idea that this gun existed, but now that I know it will be my next revolver purchase. I've had three Taurus revolvers over the years and they're always great guns.

I just bought a Taurus 605 and I really like it. It wouldn’t be right if I didn’t get the 22 mag. And the two extra shots (OH MY WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD) now I just have to find one.

I love 22 revolvers. I got two of them.

You’ve done it again, spent my money! That looks like a great defense option with the same capacity as my Walther PP22 .22 LR.

Love my 942 and I also have a Charter Arms Pathfinder. Both hold 8 rounds of 22lr. Still looking for a 22wmr 942. Nice gun in matte stainless.

Thx so much and praying your way too, Brother! Have an amazing 2023 Easter!

I would love to find one of these also- enjoy.

I just purchased a Ruger Lcrx 22wmr 3" . I think the 18 ozs. , Adj. sights, and Hogue grip along with stainless construction (except for the Aluminum monolithic frame) covered in some type of polymer allows me to hold in higher esteem what some people would say is "only a six shot". Don't overlook those 22mag wheelguns, you're not exactly defenseless.

I have the following Taurus revolvers in my collection: Model 85 bright stainless, Model 85 Ultralite matt stainless, Model 83 4" blued, and a Model 65 4" blued. All outstanding revolvers.

Ruger DA revolvers (of my experience) have that same transition from rotating the cylinder to engaging the sear that I like for the exact same reason.

Good to see you holding up well through the pandemic, keep hanging on there!

I finally got my 942 in 22 WMR after being on a waiting list for a few months. It will be next week, at the earliest, before I can take it to the range. Since I have not seen it in stores, I bought based on this and other reviews. I passed on Ruger six shot and S&W seven shot revolvers in comparable size and the same caliber for two reasons. First was the price, about two hundred bucks more for the Ruger and three hundred for the hard to find Smith & Wesson. Second was the hard trigger pull in double action. I could pull it but it was harder than I would like. Well, this Taurus, has a very light, almost a hair trigger when the hammer is pulled back but a very heavy trigger pull in double action mode. This is the heaviest pull I have seen on any handgun with the possible exception of a cheap derringer I passed on. One reason I got this is that, as I get older, it is harder to rack most pistols and eight shots of 22 WMR may be an alternative.

Love me a three-inch barrel revolver. I own two stainless Taurus revolvers with this length, both made prior to the safety locks. One is a Model 85 in .38 Special, and the other a 941 in .22WMR. The .38 is a remarkable shooter, and I like carrying it. Admittedly, I haven't gotten around to trying the 941 yet. It looks like the previous owner(s) might not have, either; it's that clean.

I have been looking for one of these for months... impossible to find! Looks like a great gun and i can't wait to make one mine !

Wish I could find one, I'm impressed with their revolvers

That's a real beauty! I can feel the excitement through you. I'd love the 2 inch version in matte black. This is the revolver I am looking for!

ANY 22’s I just love, especially 22 WMR. I have a Charter Arms 22 WMR with a 4.2” barrel, would be cool if the Taurus 8 shot would offer a slightly longer barrel too.

Thank you for your revolver videos. I love them.

Beautiful firearm. The grips make it look easy to handle.

Now days the question is what cost more , to own a gun or the ammo to shoot it.

Fine vid Mark! At half the weight and over twice the price Smith offers the 351 PD. You have to sacrifice one round as it’s a 7 shooter but man….11 ozs…..12 oz with 7 Rds loaded. Uber easy to shoot and I think what you’re shooting puts out something like 140 ft lbs……close to .38 special. Has the usual terrible double action found on rim fire revolvers but it stages very nicely all the same and single action is typical Smith….wonderful. Darn thing is made of unobtanium or some such which is how you get to 11 ozs but man….price. Thanks

My wife bought a Ruger LCR 8 shot 22. Haven't shot it yet but looking forward to it.

I have a 3 inch ss .22 942. I love it! Actually, I sent back my old 94 revolver for repair. Taurus could not repair it and sent this one for free.

Recently got a heritage rough rider 7' with both cylinders. 22. mag is soooo fun. I had it next it next to a .44 mag and they each give a different kinda giddy. And when you buy ammo you can close you eyes and get the feels of the old prices for handgun ammo XD.

That’s a beautiful revolver

I've been hunting this particular revolver for the longest and nothing. I owned a 22 mag revolver back in the 80s and it was superb, can't recall if it was a Taurus, all I remember it was made in Brazil, excellent toy.

Perfect! (I would like an 8 shot 327 fed mag with a 3" barrel).. but that one would do.

On my Watch/WANT List ';-) Thanks for this review!

Oh my. So want one. So cool. Perfect EDC.

I love the wheel guns. I bought myself a S333 thunderstruck 22 mag for Christmas.

I carry a NAA 22 mag. with the holster grip and love it. It doesn't silhouette like a pistol so I can carry it every day. I found out the pocket clip reverses so I can carry it left handed. The Taurus looks like it might be a good addition for when I want to have more than 5 shots. Thanks that pistol was on my radar, but I like to see more people giving their imput before I spend my money.

I have an lcr in 22 magnum that I find myself carrying more often than I thought, I have always carried a compact steel frame semi auto ( currently a CZ P01) and never had much of an issue as far as comfort. The lcr just disappears carrying appendix and has the benefit of being small enough to fit in a pocket if necessary. 22 mag is not an ideal defensive load but in situations that require deep concealment the trade off is worth it and with good shot placement will get the job done

I have always thought the .22mag was a very good deterrent for self defense. We used to shoot watermelons at 100 yards at my grand paws when a youngster. I sometimes carry the S&W 351pd 7 shot .22mag. Super lightweight and easy to conceal! Nice job

I have the Taurus 941 22 mag with the 4.5 inch barrel, very accurate.

I'm the proud owner of a Taurus 22magnum for ar least 23 years, carring it in different situations self defense, hunting, snakes reliver 🌄🙂 and many other things. Greetings from Costa Rica, Central América, I love your chanel.🙂👌🌄💪🙏👮✝️ 30 years of service, close to pension, costa rican coast gard.

Eight vs six makes it so much more appealing! Thanks for the review.

My wife bought the earlier model Taurus 941 ultra lite 8 shots 22 mag 8 years ago. It’s her EDC firearm.

Keep on Shootin' Brother!!! Great videos! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from an avid gun lover !!

That's a nice piece.

I bought the S&W 351PD a few years back. I find 22WMR to be an awesome self defense round. Light recoil, manageable trigger pull and control, no jams compared to SA pistols. Yes, heavier calibers put bad guys down, but in many cases, carrying a gun means there is a good chance of ending the fight before ending a life.

Yes Sir, those are really hard to find. I keep looking for them.

I have the Taurus 856 38 Cal in Matte black and i really like it. I would love have this little 22 Mag also. I have the Heritage Arms 22 Mag Bar Keep but it is single action. I gotta add this little beauty to my collection.

Can’t wait for them to update the 605 into a 6 shot 357mag

Thank you for your review. I finally found one in stainless at Sportsman’s for $380 out the door with a 3 inch barrel absolutely love it 22 magnum is an awesome round.

This seems like a really nice carry gun. The heavy trigger is necessary due to rim fire and reliability issues. But as you said, the trigger stages beautifully, like S&W. It looks nice too and the availability of a 3” barrel does the trick for me. That, plus the 8 round capacity make this gun a serious contender in my elder carry repertoire. I’m looking for one now. I love 22 Magnum. 32 in a small pistol is still more snappy than I like but I’m keeping the Beretta 3032. The Taurus will be a fine carry gun. Beretta can live beside the bed.

Taurus took over Rossi. I just wish they would hurry up with shipping my replacement .22 mag bolt rifle. I've been waiting a whole year come Dec., 12th. Thanks for the review. I like Taurus. They've came a long way in quality.

okay Mr Mark, i like what you have said about the 942m and have found a used one at a pawnshop needless to say it came home with me and your right this is a nice 22 mag, thank you

Have the .22 Taurus Tracker. Came with both .22LR and .22 Mag cylinders. It's nine shots in 22 Mag or .22 LR. 4" barrel but is heavy duty in stainless--not really a carry all day piece. BUT sweet to shoot - almost no recoil. Got it new a few years ago for way less than $400.00. Quality is EXCELLENT !

I need one of these. Such a great pistol and caliber.

I love mine! Had it for about 4 months now. This and the mark 4 are all I've been running at the range lately. I think slot of that has to do with ammo availability. Have had 0 issues with it.

I loved your enthusiasm you displayed during your presentation of the Taurus 942 m 8 shot. I think you like it. Coming from an expert in the field, your presentation sold me. I am on the hunt for one now after 5 minutes. About 15 years ago I had a Taurus 357 m stuby. I loved the gun but it did have it's drawbacks. I would goto the range about 3 times a week and go thru 50.typically every time rndsrnds

Another thing I like about the 942 is the rear sight has horizontal adjustment. For me this is a real advantage over the Taurus 856 (the .38 special) which doesn't. I have the 942LR with a three inch barrel. It is one accurate little revolver.When I fire some of the hot rounds, like punch or stingers, however, the casings often swell enough to make ejection a problem. No such problem with standard ammunition. I am considering purchasing a WMR version with a two inch barrel for EDC.

I have this firearm, easy shooter, no recoil. I had to search for a long time but finally my searching paid off. Reliable and easy to shoot.

Great video loved the awesome weapon u spoke of at the end "prayer"

Looks awesome 👍!

Just bought this revolver in matte black. Can't wait to take it to the range

Love these Wheel Gun Wednesday reviews. Keep'em coming! Blessings!!

Great review. Now I want one.

I love your channel and also own several Taurus firearms. That being said, even 22 WMR is hard to find where I’m at. I own the 856 & 605 (my EDC), both have the same frame & dimensions as 942. You’re not lying about low-profile. I appendix carry the 605 in a sticky holster and it is the most comfortable carry, with minimal printing.

I completely agree with your assessment on this revolver.

Made in one of my favorite small towns in the South - Bainbridge, Georgia. Great place.

I wanted one of their 3inch 38s with the night sights. Couldn't seem to ever find one. Settled on a black 2in 856 with wood grips. Haven't regretted it. Great gun for the price.

I've been wanting to get my hands on this revolver as well. They are selling for way more than they were when they came to market.

Watched you a few times, but this one made me subscribe... I have an old 9 shot .22 lr that belonged to my dad, I always thought that if it was a little smaller I might carry it, but now I have options, and in .22 mag.... cool 😎

Thank you!

Just snagged a 3 inch in black. Very accurate. Action was a little rough first time out. Took it home and cleaned it and gave it a little oil. Feels better. I'll take it out again and hope she loosens up some.

.22LR version is very tempting. Actually 5 months later I have warmed up to the 22 mag. I'll take a 3" one with laser grip.

I'd recommend Speer Gold-Dot ammo if you are carrying 22mag for self defense. It's made for short barrels and expands very well at lower velocities. I have a 9" revolver in 22mag and those Gold-Dots just make cans of dog food explode at like 15 yards. They hit pretty hard for a rimfire. I don't carry anything smaller than a 380 though. I use HSTs or extreme penetrators in my Ruger LCP Max.

Nice looking wheel gun! I'm shooting more 22lr these days, only things I have plenty of and is still a bunch of fun! My only 22mag is a heritage rough rider. Ok, but little clunky. Think I'll keep an eye out for one of these! Thanks for sharing!

Great review many thanks❤

I plan on getting one of the ultra lite versions in 2 inch 22 lr. Last box of 22 mag I bought 2 yrs ago was around $7 and feltvthst was overpriced. From a 2 inch barrel the 22 mag loses a lot of velocity. 22 lrVelocitor Can get pretty close to 22 mag performance for a lot less per 50 round box.Taurus should offer an optional 22 lr cylinder for the 22 mag version..

I used to have a sentinel hi standard mk IV it was a 9 shot 22 magnum snub nosed revolver. I picked it up off the street for 150 bucks when i was 19. I ended up re-selling it but now i deeply regret it after finding how rare that particular pistol is now.

Bless you and your ministry.

Love the way you made the video explained everything very well didn’t get into too much detail over explain things

.22 wmr, the unsung hero of the novice and recoil sensitive shooters. My first gun was a charter arms pathfinder in .22 wmr. I regret selling it