Taurus Judge Public Defender .45 Colt/.410 Revolver, Polymer Frame

A: No Michael, just Fires .45 Long Colt/.410, 2.5 Inch shotshells.

A: Hi Michael, it shoots Federal PAE412000 90/95 410/45 Long Colt 70Box/5Case Model #: PAE412000 https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/79985 On the product page above the price there is a button that says "Fit Charts" click that and it will show everything that works with this firearm.

A: It will work with any ******2.5 INCH .410 shell ***********WILL NOT WORK WITH 3 INCH .410 shells •Model: 4510PLYFS •Finish: Blue •Status: Available •Caliber: 45 Colt/410-ga (2.5" chamber) •Grips: Ribber •UPC: 7-25327-61069-4 •Capacity: 5 •Weight: 27.0 oz. •Barrel Length: 2" •Height: 4.6" •Frame: Small •Width: 1.5" •Action: DA/SA •Front Sight: Fixed w/fiber optic (red) •Length: 7.65" •Safety: Taurus Security System,Transfer Bar •Trigger Type: Smooth •Order #: 2-441021PFS

A: Federal PAE412000 90/95 410/45 Long Colt https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/79985 On the product page above the price there is a button that says "Fit Charts" click that and it will show everything that works with this firearm.

A: Michael, this will fire any standard Factory 410 loads including slugs. Tests done here : theboxotruth.com/the-box-o-truth-41-the-taurus-judge-vs-the-box-o-truth/

A: It will work with any ******2.5 INCH .410 shell ***********WILL NOT WORK WITH 3 INCH .410 shells •Model: 4510PLYFS •Finish: Blue •Status: Available •Caliber: 45 Colt/410-ga (2.5" chamber) •Grips: Ribber •UPC: 7-25327-61069-4 •Capacity: 5 •Weight: 27.0 oz. •Barrel Length: 2" •Height: 4.6" •Frame: Small •Width: 1.5" •Action: DA/SA •Front Sight: Fixed w/fiber optic (red) •Length: 7.65" •Safety: Taurus Security System,Transfer Bar •Trigger Type: Smooth •Order #: 2-441021PFS

A: no it will not it will shoot 45lc or .410 shotgun

A: No Allan, (even if the Public Defender had/used Moon Clips: and it does not), the rim on the 45 Colt cartridge is not as thick as the moon clip and rim on 45 ACP, so the two are not compatible. To do what you describe would require you to have a 2nd cylinder set up strictly for 45 ACP.

A: James, Yes it will fit. If long enough grip screw does not come with laser grip, just replace stock Public Defender grip screw with a longer 4 mm x 7 thread x 40 mm in length in LG-375.

A: Honestly, Patrick of course one could carry this revolver. The disadvantages in my opinion are: weight, limited capacity, weight. bulk and weight. Yep I said weight three times. I consider this to be more of a 'night stand' gun than a carry gun. Loaded with buckshot, it would make a great home defense gun. For carry, if you like a revolver, I would recommend one of the S&W airweight models in .357/38. Much lighter and much easier to conceal.

A: Disclaimer: this answer is only my personal opinion and not factual. That being said, I would not recommend this for carry for several reasons. First of all, this is a quite large/bulky and heavy gun which would make carrying and concealing it difficult and uncomfortable. Second, I personally do not believe that most .410 "self defense" load are effective or reliable in comparison to traditional handgun ammo; though 45 Colt is also an option I see no reason to carry this large of a firearm for that cartridge when 44 Magnum is somewhat comparable and offered in much smaller guns. Finally, in comparison to other concealed carry options this gun has a relatively small capacity, high recoil, bulky frame, and heavy weight, I think there are much better options available.

A: Patrick, if you can conceal it properly, then the answer is clearly yes. I'm 6"2 and 240lbs and have successfully carried a Glock Model 20 and the 6" Model 40 without so much as a hint of a problem. The only concern you may run into is the weight may be an issue for extended carry periods.

A: can it be concealed yes is it a good concealed carry gun IMO No its to bulky and heavy my full size 1911 is far easier to conceal

A: Danny, the frame is not 100% polymer. It is a polymer shell surrounding a steel skeleton sub-frame that is bonded with a lightweight black polymer exterior. Taurus's website even says "Frame Material -- Steel Alloy, Frame Finish -- Black Polymer" >>>> https://www.taurususa.com/?view=article&id=395&catid=72

A: Danny, this model has a Polymer Frame With Black Finish and Overall Weight 27oz Unloaded. Cheers and stay safe!

A: The frame is made of polymer. I'd definitely take the steel version over polymer. Not sure how much I trust a polymer frame but seems like alot of manufacturers are switching to polymer. Hope this helps.