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Twenty years after the original Judge carved out its own category, Taurus gave the platform a real refresh, and this 6.5 inch matte black version is the one built for time outdoors. Model 2-JUDGE61 feeds 45 Colt cartridges and 410 bore shotshells up to 2.5 inches from a five shot cylinder, so the same gun can carry buckshot, birdshot, defensive 410 loads, or straight 45 Colt depending on what the day calls for. Snakes on the trail, pests around the property, a campsite gun, or just a fun day burning through clays tossed on the berm, this thing covers a lot of ground.
The update brings meaningful upgrades over the classic model. A bright orange fiber optic front sight replaces the old blacked-out blade, which makes a real difference in low light and speeds up sight acquisition between shots. The rear sight is drift adjustable so you can dial in your preferred load, and the barrel shroud got a full redesign with skeletonized cuts, a scalloped relief, and JUDGE engraved right into the muzzle end. Taurus also reworked the grip geometry, and the new ergonomic profile does a nice job soaking up recoil from stouter 410 defensive loads.
Barrel length matters more on a Judge than on most revolvers. The extra inches tighten up 410 shot patterns noticeably at 10 to 15 yards and add real velocity to 45 Colt, so this is the configuration to pick if you want the platform at its most capable. The DA/SA action lets you run quick double action pulls or cock the hammer for a lighter, more precise single action break, and the transfer bar keeps things drop safe.
At 44.5 ounces unloaded with a stainless steel cylinder and matte black finish throughout, this Judge has enough heft to tame recoil without feeling like a boat anchor on the hip. It is a do-a-little-of-everything revolver, and two decades of the platform out in the field have proven that formula works.
No, this model has 2.5 inch chambers, so stick with 2.5 inch 410 shotshells or 45 Colt. If you want 3 inch capability, Taurus builds that into the Judge Magnum line, which is a separate model. For most defensive and pest control loads, 2.5 inch shells offer plenty of options.
The refreshed version swaps the old blacked-out front blade for a bright orange fiber optic sight and adds a drift adjustable rear. Taurus also redesigned the barrel shroud with skeletonized cuts and JUDGE engraving, and updated the grip with a more ergonomic recoil-friendly shape. The core 45 Colt and 410 versatility that made the original famous stays exactly the same.
Quite a bit. The longer barrel tightens shot patterns compared to the snub versions, which keeps 410 buckshot loads effective out to 10 or 15 yards instead of spreading wide up close. It also adds meaningful velocity to 45 Colt, making this the pick if you plan to shoot bullets as much as shotshells.
At 44.5 ounces unloaded and about 12.65 inches long, it is a full size revolver, so it rides best in a quality belt or chest holster rather than concealed. For hiking, camping, and property work, that weight is a plus since it soaks up recoil from hotter 410 loads. Most folks who buy the 6.5 inch version are carrying it openly outdoors anyway.
| UPC | 725327639282 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2-JUDGE61 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | Black |
| Barrel Length | 6.5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 Long Colt |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Black |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Double / Single Action |
| Safety | Thumb Safety |
| Shipping Weight | 3.5 |
| Sights | Adjustable Rear Sight & Fiber Optic Front |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
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