The Taurus Judge Public Defender is a compact, hammer-fired revolver offered by Taurus’ Public Defender series. It is documented in the supplied data as capable of chambering both .45 Colt and .410 bore ammunition and uses a 5-round cylinder. The design emphasizes short-barrel portability and includes a fiber optic front sight and fixed rear sight for quick target acquisition.
Key Specifications
- The caliber/gauge is listed as .45 Colt / .410 bore.
- The barrel measures 2.5 inches.
- The chamber accepts up to 2.5″ .410 shotshells.
- The cylinder capacity is 5 rounds.
- The action is Double/Single Action (DA/SA).
- The unloaded weight is approximately 28.2 oz.
- The sights are fiber optic front and fixed rear.
- The grip is a black rubber (Taurus “Ribber”) style.
- The finish/frame is documented as Matte Black Oxide.
- Safety features include the Taurus Security System and a transfer bar.
The Public Defender is oriented toward users who want a compact, short-barrel revolver capable of handling both .45 Colt and .410 loads. Its combination of fiber optic sighting, reduced-profile hammer, extended ejector rod and rubber grip make it suited for close-range use where compact handling is important. Built to the specifications shown above, it provides a straightforward, hammer-fired revolver option with a five-shot cylinder and established Taurus safety features.
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