About this product
This Taurus pistol is chambered in .380 ACP with a 4-inch stainless slide and a factory 15-round magazine, giving it more capacity than most subcompact .380 pocket pistols on the market. The stainless finish adds corrosion resistance over a blued or black finish, useful for anyone carrying or storing the gun somewhere it might see moisture. Taurus builds this into their broader .380 ACP lineup as a value-priced option for shooters who want a manageable-recoil semi-auto without stepping up to 9mm.
What is this pistol?
It's a semi-automatic .380 ACP pistol with a 4-inch barrel, longer than the typical 2.8 to 3.3-inch barrel found on most .380 pocket pistols, and a stainless finish on the slide. The longer barrel and slide give it a larger, more full-size-like grip than a typical subcompact .380, which is part of why it holds 15 rounds in the factory magazine rather than the 6 to 8 rounds common in smaller .380 pistols.
What is it used for?
With a 4-inch barrel and a full-size-style grip, this pistol suits range use, home defense, and shooters who want a lower-recoil semi-auto without the concealment focus of a pocket .380. Its size makes it less ideal for deep concealment than a subcompact, but the trade-off is a much larger magazine capacity and generally easier shooting characteristics than a small pocket gun. It also works well as a range-day companion piece for someone who already carries a compact 9mm and wants a lighter-recoiling gun to hand off to a less experienced shooter.
How does it compare to a subcompact .380?
A pocket-sized .380 wins on concealability and pocket carry but typically holds far fewer rounds and can be harder to shoot accurately due to a shorter sight radius and smaller grip. This pistol trades some of that concealability for a longer sight radius, a fuller grip that's easier to control, and roughly double the magazine capacity of a typical subcompact .380. Recoil is also noticeably softer out of the longer, heavier slide than what you'd feel from a lightweight pocket .380.
Who is this not for?
Anyone specifically shopping for a deep-concealment pocket pistol should look at a smaller subcompact .380 instead — this gun's 4-inch barrel and larger frame work against pocket carry. Shooters set on 9mm for terminal performance reasons should also look elsewhere, since .380 ACP is a smaller, less powerful cartridge than 9mm regardless of magazine capacity.
Is it worth it as a first pistol?
For a new shooter who wants manageable recoil, a bigger grip to hold onto, and high capacity in a value-priced package, yes — this configuration removes some of the harshness that turns new shooters off from subcompact .380s while keeping ammunition costs and recoil lower than 9mm. It's a reasonable stepping-stone gun for someone building confidence before eventually moving up to a compact or full-size 9mm.
Does it work in California?
Handgun delivery in California depends on this exact model's current roster status, which must be confirmed at time of purchase, plus the standard 10-day wait, DROS, and FSC. The factory 15-round magazine cannot be sold into California — any magazine delivered with this pistol to a California buyer is capped at 10 rounds; see our California gun laws page for the complete rundown.
FFL transfer required
This item is a firearm and ships only to a licensed FFL dealer, never to a home address. At checkout, enter your preferred dealer as the shipping address, or leave it blank and we will assign a licensed dealer near you at no extra cost. You complete the background check and paperwork with the dealer when you pick up.
California buyers: handguns must be on the California roster for delivery to a California FFL, a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) and DROS are handled at the dealer, and the 10-day waiting period applies. Out-of-state buyers receive the firearm through their own local FFL under their state's rules.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- High magazine capacity for a .380 ACP pistol
- Longer 4-inch barrel improves sight radius over pocket .380s
- Stainless finish adds corrosion resistance
- Lower recoil than 9mm, easier for new shooters to manage
Trade-offs
- Larger frame than a typical .380 makes deep concealment harder
- .380 ACP is a less powerful cartridge than 9mm
- California magazines capped at 10 rounds, well below factory capacity
Key attributes
| Transfer | Ships to your FFL dealer |
| Caliber | .380 ACP |
| Barrel Length | 4 in |
| Finish | Stainless |
| Rounds (CA delivery) | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is .380 ACP good for home defense?
- It's a smaller, lower-recoil cartridge than 9mm and works with quality defensive ammunition, though many shooters prefer 9mm when recoil and hand strength aren't limiting factors.
- Does the stainless finish need special maintenance?
- Stainless resists corrosion better than a blued finish but still needs regular cleaning and light oiling like any firearm; it is not maintenance-free.
- Can this pistol be carried concealed?
- It's larger than a typical pocket .380 due to the 4-inch barrel and full-size grip, so it's better suited to a holster carry method than pocket carry.
- What magazine capacity ships with California orders?
- California-bound magazines for this pistol are capped at 10 rounds regardless of the 15-round factory magazine listed for this model elsewhere.