the new Taurus Curve

[TennJed]

http://www.taurususa.com/whats-new-the-curve.cfm

An extreme departure from your typical compact .380, you'll find the Curve takes form and function to an entirely unprecedented level. With its patented, snag-free design, the Curve boasts the industry's first-ever light and laser built right into the frame. Exceptionally accurate and extremely lightweight at just 10.2 ounces, the Curve is one ultra-comfortable, ultra-reliable personal defense handgun.

Firearm Features

First-ever LED light and laser built into frame
Smooth lines ensure no visible printing
Snag-free design
Bore-axis sighting system for instinctual shooting
Built-in holster-free belt clip
.380 ACP, 6+1 capacity
Lightweight 10.2 ounce subcompact pistol

 

[george burns]

Now that I might take a serious look at, even though I have sworn off of 380's it would make a great back up piece. Now we just have to make sure it feeds.

 

[allaroundhunter]

Just getting your finger inside the trigger guard will remove all of the trigger take-up...

 

[TennJed]

I wonder if the one button on the side activates the laser AND the flashlight? If so that would be a major fail to me. I would like to see the grip activate the laser (like crimson trace) and the button to activate the light, but I can't tell from the pics

 

[guyfromohio]

Does it pick up both AM and FM?

 

[greyling22]

My that is.............. Unconventional. Kudos to tarus for making something other than another variation on a glock, AR, or 1911. Now if it was only something I wanted.........

 

[guyfromohio]

I want to continue making fun of this.....I really do.....but I'm intrigued....

 

[dogmush]

That doesn't even talk about the most interesting feature for IWB carry.




So.......not ambidextreous then?

 

[Cump]

i've never found an lcp with a laser to be particularly bulky. and it has sights. and i can shoot it comfortably left-handed. and it's actually slimmer.

 

[Cump]

here's the guns.com write-up: http://www.guns.com/2014/11/18/say-hello-to-the-taurus-curve/

 

[plouffedaddy]

If it's reliable it'll sell very well. Most gun buyers aren't forum folks, they just look at what looks "cool"

 

[dogmush]

It's a neat idea. If it functions well, it might well sell. and why not? Even forum folks are often looking for a more comfortable carry gun. It doesn't print gun, doesn't need a belt, and is pretty small.



ETA: I'll bet they're kicking themselves for not labeling the part you hold it with though. All that thought put into ergonomics, and no one will know how to use it.

 

[RustyShackelford]

El Paso...

I'll pass... .

Rusty
PS: I'm left handed.

 

[Miked7762]

I'm not sure if this makes this post seem less like a drunken soliloquy or makes Taurus seem more like a company on a bender.

I'm very curious what that muzzle extension will do to accuracy, if anything.

 

[Ohen Cepel]

I give Taurus credit for coming out with new/different stuff!
If not for them I think the gun market would be far less innovative.

 

[BSA1]

Wow! Talk about innovation and taking a risk on the market. And there are discussions about Colt going under.

 

[george burns]

I agree, their tiny 38 could do without the plastic window in the side, but other than that it is a neat little hideout gun. And why they Curved the Curve is beyond me, it looks like it would have been perfect without the curve. But you don't have to worry about getting your mags mixed up.
It also may confuse gang bangers when they go to hold it sideways. maybe it shoots around corners.

 

[il.bill]

And now for something completely different ...

 

[CHALK22]

No sights? None at all? Intended for point shooting, I suppose.

 

[F-111 John]

I'm very curious what that muzzle extension will do to accuracy, if anything.

It looks like the rifling ends squared off inside the barrel, so the curved part of the barrel won't actually touch the projectile. But it may act like a muzzle brake like the AK Slant brake.

 

[F-111 John]

No sights? None at all? Intended for point shooting, I suppose.

But it does have sights. Taurus calls them "Bore Axis Sighting System." It is the white lines on the back of the slide. You put the crosshairs on the center of mass of your target and pull the trigger.

Won't win any bullseye contests, but might be good enough to punch holes in silhouettes. Then there is the laser, too.

 

[george burns]

But they couldn't call it the curve, if it was straight, It would have to be called the Straight. They could have called it the Bent, Tilt, Melted it does look like it sat on the dash of a patrol car too long.

 

[NOMI WASP]

I like it. Hopefully it won't be like the R51!

 

[BobTheTomato]

I want one

 

[blueskyjaunte]

Count this lefty out as well. A shame, because I like the idea.