The Taurus Judge is a 5-shot double-action revolver capable of firing both .45 Colt cartridges and 2.5-inch .410 shotshells from its elongated cylinder. The 3-inch barrel and enlarged cylinder made it one of the most commercially successful unconventional revolvers of the 2000s. The .410 buckshot and birdshot capability made it a popular vehicle and home defense option. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: .45 Colt / .410 Bore Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2006, Brazil Weight: 29 oz Overall length: 7.5" Status: Active Intended use: Personal Defense, Home Defense, Defense, Snake Control