[Tucson Jim]

Doesn’t the shot in a .410 shell just tend to piss someone off? I have a derringer with Colt 45 and short .410 capability. I had to inspect the target at less than arm’s length to see the .410 shot. I carry it loaded with Colt 45’s.

[LonePalm]

The .410 #4 shot is intended for up close restricted maneuverability use. It is very useful against snakes, with and without legs.

Outside of about 8 feet, I would agree with you and go with .45. You can always load the Judge with one .410 followed by four .45s.

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[FreedomPoster]

To speak to your question, we have:

The Taurus Judge Vs. The Box O’ Truth
http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/bot41.htm

A link to The Box O’ Truth web site belongs on every thread of this nature. Hours of useful reading.

[El Gato]

Doesn’t the shot in a .410 shell just tend to piss someone off?

No, they can be had with buckshot. You only get a handfull of shot, but they are big enough and fast enough to do more the just PO the target. At really close range, the type of shot wouldn't matter much, as you'd just get one ragged hole. The Judge can also chamber and fire .45 Colt. That will get anyone's attention. (as will five 000 buck shot)