The Taurus Judge is big and heavy, but not as big and heavy as carrying three guns. And that's basically what the Judge is, three in one, making it one versatile wheel gun. The Taurus Judge was so named because it was carried by judges for self defense. As a self-defense weapon, the Judge is quite effective. But it’s much more than that.

It fires .45 Long Colt which is a very capable round for self defense. And it will fire .45 ACP rounds using half moon clips. And we all know the .45 is a great round.

But the Judge also fires 3-inch .410 shotgun shells, which you can’t use in the S&W Governor. For campers out in the Western woods in the fall, that makes this gun a great grouse getter. Also a snake charmer. And it’s handy for any other small game, too. That’s like three handguns in one. 

This is an extremely thorough video. It covers everything you want to know about the Judge.