New Pt 99 question?

dougbull · July 23, 2009, 05:19 PM

I just bought a new pt 99 af. I broke it down or field stripped it and noticed under the slide under the firing pin that one side is smooth the other very rough almost like it had been on a grinding wheel or some thing. So I cleaned it and took it to the range. It worked fine did 100 rds. Cleaned it when to range did 150rds. Gun works fine. I just wondered if is normal ? Does any one else have a pt 99? THANKS FOR HELP. Look at right side of slide.

Sevens · July 23, 2009, 05:51 PM

Picture doesn't give much help...
I wouldn't say I'm shocked to hear that a Taurus missed some QC. You are at a crossroads with it in my opinion.

On one hand, it seems to shoot fine, so don't worry about it. Keep shooting and put a few THOUSAND down range and see if it continues to perform.

On the other hand, I'm sure Taurus would make it right if you contacted them and sent them the pistol. BUT... that would cost cash up front for the shipping (Taurus won't pay for it) and then you will wait for an ungodly number of weeks (some folks wait many MONTHS) for it to return.

As for the general consensus on the PT-99? It's one of Taurus' best models, hands down. Most folks, both Taurus lovers and Taurus haters all seem to agree that the PT92/99 is likely the best quality handgun they've shipped.

I bought mine new in '94 and it runs and runs and runs. These days, I feed it 125gr LRN and 124gr Plated, all handloads, and it eats 'em up. Stick with Taurus or Mec-Gar magazines for best operation.

txstang84 · July 23, 2009, 06:50 PM

It's probably a good way to save a few dollars per unit on production costs...the side your describing is the side with the firing pin block, correct? I'll have to check in a few days when I make it home, but I believe my PT99AF pre-decocker model is the same way.

But, if it continues to operate as advertised, and shows no ill habits, keep shooting!

July 23, 2009, 05:51 PM	#2
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	Picture doesn't give much help... I wouldn't say I'm shocked to hear that a Taurus missed some QC. You are at a crossroads with it in my opinion. On one hand, it seems to shoot fine, so don't worry about it. Keep shooting and put a few THOUSAND down range and see if it continues to perform. On the other hand, I'm sure Taurus would make it right if you contacted them and sent them the pistol. BUT... that would cost cash up front for the shipping (Taurus won't pay for it) and then you will wait for an ungodly number of weeks (some folks wait many MONTHS) for it to return. As for the general consensus on the PT-99? It's one of Taurus' best models, hands down. Most folks, both Taurus lovers and Taurus haters all seem to agree that the PT92/99 is likely the best quality handgun they've shipped. I bought mine new in '94 and it runs and runs and runs. These days, I feed it 125gr LRN and 124gr Plated, all handloads, and it eats 'em up. Stick with Taurus or Mec-Gar magazines for best operation. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

July 23, 2009, 06:50 PM	#3
txstang84 Senior Member Join Date: April 11, 2009 Location: The Lone Star State Posts: 636	It's probably a good way to save a few dollars per unit on production costs...the side your describing is the side with the firing pin block, correct? I'll have to check in a few days when I make it home, but I believe my PT99AF pre-decocker model is the same way. But, if it continues to operate as advertised, and shows no ill habits, keep shooting! __________________ The best defense is a good offense