Gun Review: Taurus PT92 AFS semi-auto handgun in 9mm — a family tradition

By Michael Morning

Taurus PT92 AFS semi-auto handgun in 9mm. (Photo: Michael Morning)
In my early 20s, when my wife and I were just starting out and our desire for a gun for self-defense nearly outstripped our financial reach, there was really only one choice for me: the Taurus PT92 9mm, my dad’s favorite handgun.
At the time, the entry price was around $400, a nice, round number that was just barely within our limited budget. We could’ve bought used, but that option potentially opened a whole other can of worms. And since I knew this was going to be our only gun for the foreseeable future, I wanted something reliable for the long term, with a high-capacity, 15-round magazine and a large, intimidating size that felt solid in the hand.
15-round magazines for the Taurus PT92. (Photo: Michael Morning)
Long story short, we saved our pennies and found a gorgeous stainless steel AFS model – just like my dad’s. And while the blued models were certainly more tactical, we loved the stainless look and the wood grips.
Now, before you think we rushed into this purchase solely for nostalgic reasons, forsaking numerous other worthy candidates along the way, think again. As a martial arts instructor, I’ve always

Source: Guns.com