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There are not many handguns that let you decide between a load of buckshot and a big .45 caliber slug on the same cylinder, and that is exactly what keeps the Taurus Judge around after all these years. This Judge Magnum takes the classic formula and stretches it out with a 6.5 inch barrel and a lengthened cylinder that accepts both 2.5 inch and 3 inch .410 bore shotshells along with .45 Colt. The 3 inch magnum shells pack noticeably more payload than the standard 2.5 inch loads, which matters whether you are dropping a copperhead near the porch or keeping a pest problem under control around the property.
The longer barrel does more than look impressive. It squeezes extra velocity out of .45 Colt loads, tightens up your hold with a longer sight radius, and the extra weight up front soaks up recoil so magnum shotshells stay manageable. Taurus tuned the rifling on this platform to open up shot patterns at close range while still stabilizing a .45 Colt bullet when you need to reach out farther. Up top you get a red fiber optic front sight paired with a fixed rear, a setup that grabs your eye quickly in the field or on the range.
The alloy steel frame, cylinder, and barrel wear a matte black oxide finish that shrugs off holster wear and weather without drawing attention. The rubber Ribber style grip fills the hand and takes the sting out of heavier loads, and the DA/SA action with an exposed hammer lets you run it double action in a hurry or cock it for a deliberate single action shot. A transfer bar safety keeps things secure until the trigger is fully pulled. At around 48 ounces and 12.5 inches overall, it settles into a steady, confident package for trail carry, home protection, or a fun day mixing loads at the range.
Yes, that is the whole point of the Magnum version. The lengthened cylinder handles 3 inch magnum .410 shotshells as well as standard 2.5 inch shells, and it also fires .45 Colt. You can even mix shotshells and .45 Colt in the same cylinder if you want.
The longer barrel gives you more velocity out of .45 Colt loads, a longer sight radius for easier aiming, and extra muzzle weight that tames recoil from 3 inch magnum shells. The tradeoff is that it is a larger gun at 12.5 inches overall and about 48 ounces, so it is better suited to belt carry outdoors or home use than concealment.
It shines as a trail and field gun where snakes and small pests are a concern, since .410 shot loads pattern well at close range. Loaded with .45 Colt or .410 defensive loads, it also makes a capable home protection revolver. Plenty of owners just enjoy it at the range because shooting shotshells out of a revolver never gets old.
Yes, it runs a traditional DA/SA action with an exposed hammer. You can fire it double action with a straight trigger pull or thumb the hammer back for a lighter single action break. A transfer bar safety prevents the gun from firing unless the trigger is pulled all the way through.
| UPC | 725327611189 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2-441061MAG |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | Matte Black Oxide |
| Barrel Length | 6.5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 45 Colt (Long Colt) |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 12.5 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 2.2 |
| Package Width | 6.7 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Safety | Transfer Bar |
| Shipping Weight | 3.2 |
| Sights | Fiber Optic Front/Fixed Rear |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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