The original Taurus Judge fires both .45 Colt and .410 bore shotshells from a 3-inch barrel with a 2.5-inch cylinder. The ability to fire .410 shotshells with defensive buckshot loads created a unique defensive revolver category. Became one of Taurus's best-selling firearms and spawned numerous variants and competitors. Type: Revolver Action: Double/Single-Action Caliber: .45 Colt/.410 2.5-inch Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2006, Brazil Weight: 29 oz Overall length: 7.5" Status: Active Intended use: Personal Defense, Home Defense