tonyt722
Sunday, December 11, 2011 12:35:18 PM
Just bought a Taurus Judge yesterday and was curious what you guys shoot for shotshells. I was looking at the Winchester PDX1 but have yet to do some research on what else is out there. I will most likely be using the Hornady Critical Defense in the .45 Colt so that is covered, just need shotshell advice
8trackdisco
Sunday, December 11, 2011 12:38:41 PM
Not brand loyal at all. Most of the cache is Remmington or Winchester brands.
dubleuhb
Sunday, December 11, 2011 1:01:24 PM
I don't think it matters in a snake killer. Are you thinking buckshot or smaller ? I know they make a 000 buck in the 2 1/2in round you need for the judge.

It has 3 pellets per round.

dubleuhb
Sunday, December 11, 2011 1:16:58 PM
Looking around, Remington has an Ultimate Home Defense 2-1/2 00 buck with 4 pellets.

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/AMM4964-1.html 

tonyt722
Sunday, December 11, 2011 1:38:42 PM

I don't think it matters in a snake killer. Are you thinking buckshot or smaller ? I know they make a 000 buck in the 2 1/2in round you need for the judge.

It has 3 pellets per round.

dubleuhb wrote:

Wasnt really sure at this point because I dont have any experience with the .410 shells. I have been reading that Federal shells seem to be jamming in the Judge, but I do think that is only in the 3" model. I bought 2 boxes of Winchester AA 9 shot as break in rounds, but was really looking for a nice personal defense round.

8trackdisco
Sunday, December 11, 2011 2:11:52 PM

Wasnt really sure at this point because I dont have any experience with the .410 shells. I have been reading that Federal shells seem to be jamming in the Judge, but I do think that is only in the 3" model. I bought 2 boxes of Winchester AA 9 shot as break in rounds, but was really looking for a nice personal defense round.

tonyt722 wrote:

If it is personal defense, buckshot is best.

I have a little of everything (anywhere from buck to 9 shot).

The 9 is like shooting sand at a target.

tonyt722
Sunday, December 11, 2011 3:57:02 PM

If it is personal defense, buckshot is best.

I have a little of everything (anywhere from buck to 9 shot).

The 9 is like shooting sand at a target.

8trackdisco wrote:

Thanks. Will look to see what is available at the local gun shops. Place where I bought the gun is out of stock right now

fishinguitarman
Sunday, December 11, 2011 4:20:07 PM
High brass 7.5 for snakes. Loaded with buckshot for protection.
8trackdisco
Sunday, December 11, 2011 5:14:44 PM
6 for gophers.
tonyt722
Sunday, December 11, 2011 7:45:11 PM
No snakes or gophers for me, just fun times at the range and personal protection
schusler
Sunday, December 11, 2011 8:26:15 PM
.410 slug
blackfoot11
Sunday, December 11, 2011 8:31:58 PM
just remember when shooting this combo, no matter what the shot choice is, "you get what you pay for" goes a long way here.

tonyt722
Sunday, December 11, 2011 8:45:46 PM

just remember when shooting this combo, no matter what the shot choice is, "you get what you pay for" goes a long way here.

blackfoot11 wrote:

So is there one brand you recommend over another?

blackfoot11
Sunday, December 11, 2011 9:17:35 PM
i recommend golden bear steel ammo, but thats just me. you put cheap loads in that gun and you may be using a hammer to get the spent rounds out.
tonyt722
Sunday, December 11, 2011 9:21:48 PM
Thanks, I will look to see if anyone around here has them