#138 • Taurus Judge Revolver - .45 LC/.410
Part of WINTER SPORTSMAN CONSIGNMENT AUCTION MONDAY, DECEMBER 7TH 6:30PM (live auction by Edinburg Auction Sales. Inc. )
Status: Available
Category: FIREARMS
Taurus | Judge | .45 Colt / .410 Bore | 3" Barrel | Double-Action Revolver The Taurus Judge is one of the more distinctive revolver designs introduced during the early 21st century, combining the ability to chamber both .45 Colt cartridges and .410 bore shotshells in a single handgun. Introduced in the mid-2000s, the Judge originated from Taurus's Model 4410 platform and quickly became one of the company's most recognizable firearms. Its unconventional dual-caliber design attracted considerable attention among handgun enthusiasts and established a new category of revolvers capable of accommodating both conventional revolver ammunition and shotshells. Unlike traditional revolvers designed around a single cartridge, the Judge incorporates an elongated five-shot cylinder and a rifled barrel engineered to accommodate its dual-caliber chambering. The original steel-frame Judge was offered with a 3" barrel and a cylinder designed for 2½" .410 shotshells, while later Judge Magnum variations introduced longer cylinders capable of accepting 3" shotshells. The series also became recognizable for its substantial cylinder, fiber-optic front sight, and cushioned rubber grip. Its success led Taurus to expand the lineup with additional barrel lengths, finishes, and frame configurations. This example features an all-black finish, giving the revolver a subdued appearance consistent with the traditional matte-black Judge configuration. Its 2½" .410 chamber identifies it as the standard Judge configuration rather than the longer-chambered Judge Magnum. Firearm Specs Manufacturer: Taurus International Manufacturing Model: Judge Caliber: .45 Colt / .410 Bore Action: Double-Action / Single-Action Revolver Barrel Length: 3" Finish: Matte Black Stock/Grip: Black Rubber Grip Capacity: 5 Rounds Sights: Fiber-Optic Front Sight / Fixed Rear Notch Year of Manufacture: 2010s Frame: Steel Cylinder: Swing-Out Barrel: Rifled .410 Chamber Length: 2½" Country of Manufacture: Brazil Serial Number MU596029 Condition Excellent condition. The revolver presents very well overall, with minimal signs of previous handling or use. A light cylinder drag line is visible, consistent with normal cylinder rotation. No other significant cosmetic imperfections have been reported. The black finish retains an attractive overall appearance. Extras & Features Original factory box A well-preserved example of the Taurus Judge, featuring the traditional 3" barrel configuration and distinctive dual-caliber design. Its excellent overall condition and original factory box make it an appealing addition to a modern revolver collection.