Yesterday I received a new (to me) firearm for one of my customers and thought I would write a review.

Here is how Taurus describes this pistol.

“The “Taurus Judge®” is so named because of the number of judges who carry it into the courtroom for their protection. Capable of chambering both .410 2-1/2″ shotshell and .45 Colt Ammunition, this amazing combo gun is ideal for short distances – where most altercations occur, or longer distances with the .45 Colt ammo. We have finely tuned the rifling to spread the shot pattern at close quarters or to guide the .45 cal. bullet to the target. Fully customized with fixed rear sights, fiber optic front sights and Taurus Ribber Grips®, the “Taurus Judge” is one decision-maker that lays down the law.”

Next…technical (Source)
Model: 4510-3MBCT
Finish: Blue
Caliber: .45/.410 (2.5″ chamber)
Grips: Ribber
UPC: 7-25327-60763-2
Capacity: 5 Barrel Length: 3″
Construction: Steel Frame: Compact Action: DA/SA
Front Sight: Red Fiber Optic Fixed Length: 0 Grooves: 6
Safety: Firing Pin Block,Transfer Bar Trigger Type: Smooth

Visually this is an attractive gun, the finish is a gloss blue over the entire firearm. with the exception of the trigger and hammer. The grips are the “Ribber” style used by Taurus, I like the grips, they have always given a very comfortable grip to me and the grip angle points nicely as well. The name is engraved on the barrel and is done attractively.
This pistol has a smooth faced trigger that broke at 3.9-4 lbs pre-cocked, and 11.9-11.15 Lbs on a full stroke.
Seeing as this is a customers gun, I was unable to do a range session, but this seems like a well made gun, the ability to use .410 shells as well as .45lc in one gun is a really cool concept that while not new, allows for some interesting abilities for home defense to hunting.