Taurus has moved the Judge line solidly into the big boom category with the introduction of the Raging Judge Magnum chambered in .454 Casull.
This six-shot, big bore revolver can fire .454 Casull, .45 Colt and 2.5″ and 3″ .410 shotshells. Due to the power generated by the Casull cartridge, the cylinder has a double lock.
The Raging Judge Magnum is available with either a three-inch or six-inch barrel. The six-inch barrel has a vented rib and can accommodate a scope mount.
Both versions of the Raging Judge Magnum have a fiber optic front sight and a fixed rear.
This Judge is big and heavy. The three-inch model weighs almost 61 ounces, while the six-inch version weighs more than 72 ounces. Holding a floor sample at the SHOT Show, I was impressed by the revolver’s very solid construction.
This is a big jump in the power of the Judge line, and it may prove to be very popular with people living in bear country.
2013 Update
I wanted to give everyone a quick update on the Raging Judge and what Taurus is doing with the line. Unlike a lot of new guns introduced at the annual trade shows, these guns are still selling strong. Currently, Taurus offers the Raging Judge in a 3″ and 6.5″ model. The 3″ model has a matte stainless steel finish and carries a retail price of $1,061. The 6.5″ model has a glossy black finish and has a MSRP of $1,012. The longer revolver weighs a whopping 73 ounces, which sounds heavy, but probably feels a little light when shooting the .454 Casull rounds.
There was some previous concern about the locking mechanisms on the Taurus Raging Judge. The gun has lock points in front and at the back of the cylinder. I have talked with a lot of people since these guns were introduced, and I have not heard of any failures in these guns.
111 replies on “Taurus Raging Judge Magnum”
Richard,
I guess I would definitely need to practice that maneuver extensively to become proficient with it. I think the judge will come in to its own very soon given the array of ammunition you can put through it and the ammunition being made for it. I am happy that someone actually put a .454 casull cartridge in to a wheel gun that can actually shoot six shots instead of 5.
My Judge magnum has a single lock, my Smith air weight smubbie has a double lock. Both guns just use one button to activate the locks.
if you only use one button it means there are more parts, and more can go wrong with the lockups the need to use your other hand is not something new, and makes the firearm more reliable over the long term.
the ultra light raging judge mag has a 7 round chamber from what I have seen. I plan on pricing one on my next gun show outing soon
Erik,
Yep, the Raging Judge Ultra Light has 7 rounds. The Raging Judge Magnum has six. If you get one, let us know how you like it.
Richard
I think this is a great idea for a revolver. All the rage has been with the semi auto pistols lately, but this brings more options to revolver guys. It would serve well as a hunting sidearm. .454 for dagerous hunts & .410 for snakes and still leaves the option for .45LC or .410 for home or auto defense. Most weapons don’t give that many uses, i love the idea and i want one.