I would disagree with rammerjammer. I've had a number of Taurus gun, revolvers and semi's. I've had problems with 2 of the 9mm revolvers, and none with the semi's. I own a PT-111, and it's a good carry gun. 13 rounds of 9mm, easily concealable, and shoots with every trigger pull. I didn't like the sights and upgraded to Williams Fire Sights. I have them on my PT-111 and PT-145. I've also had the 709 Slim, single stack 9mm, and it was a very good carry gun. Rural King has had the 709 for 199.99.
Be aware the Gen 1 series is under a class action suit. You can dick with the safety, while partially racking the slide, and the gun will fire with the safety on. Not sure why someone would do that, but just for your info. If you're looking at a gen 2, it's not involved. Mines a Gen 1 and I'm keeping it.