Does anyone know the specifications or release date of the new ultra-compact Taurus Slim PT 709?

Question

http://www.handgunsmag.com/featured_handguns/hg_taurusdown_200809/index.html

Answer 1

STAINLESS

Model:  709SS

Caliber:  9 mm

Capacity:  8+1

Barrel Length:  3"

Action:  SA

Finish:  Matte Stainless Steel

Grips:  Checkered Polymer

Weight:  19 oz

Frame:  Compact

Front Sight:  Fixed

Length:  6"

Grooves:  0

UPC:  7-25327-60563-8

Order #:  1-709039

MSRP:  $452.00

Status:  Available 4th qtr.

OR BLUED

Model:  709B

Caliber:  9 mm

Capacity:  8+1

Barrel Length:  3"

Action:  SA

Finish:  Blue

Grips:  Checkered Polymer

Weight:  19 oz

Frame:  Compact

Front Sight:  Fixed

Length:  6"

Grooves:  0

UPC:  7-25327-60562-1

Order #:  1-709031

MSRP:  $436.00

Status:  Available 4th qtr.

Straight from Taurus website