The .410 shotgun shell has always been something of a novelty (albeit a proven force too), for handgun shooters, and this ammunition makes it almost overpowered for the plethora of big wheel guns and single shot/dual shot derringers that are built for the .45LC round.
Note: the .410 fits in and shoots from a .45LC cylinder, but it may not be the best use in some cases. Use your firearm’s owner’s manual to determine the feasibility/safety.
Most .410 shotguns aren’t really built to serve as potent self defense firearms, so the narrative here tackles the most likely use of this round.
This is a very defense oriented cartridge made specifically to help drop a target in short distances, where you’ll need to get through tough clothing layers, and for where close quarters are a part of the equation.
A 750 fps velocity in a self defense handgun paired with the unique projectile makeup of the load which consists of three discs backed by 12 BB shot sized pellets.
Being an engineered cartridge, you can expect excellent ballistics and performance, and with the resurgence of the popularity of these hand-cannons. The proven history and R&D innovations by the maker (Winchester) give this the credibility it needs to be a successful round. Essentially: you’re in the lead slinging business when shooting these massive cartridges.
For a backup gun, a fun-gun, or for when you need to know that you are shooting the absolutely most tactical, heavy hitting .410 round you can get in the field (on medium game up close; in high quality firearms); this is the round. End of story.
DirtDiver76 –
My Judge Eats this stuff up, good patterns to 25′ which is perfect for taking out that home invader. Don’t recomend you waste these, fireing warning shots off your balcony in your double barrel shotgun, to ward off an intruder… little too costly for that… But thatnks for that ill-advise anyway, Joe B. Nuttin but love for the Jester in the house.
nazosparks –
not good for circuit judge to much blow buy
Mr. Review1582 –
These are high quality in and out. Devastating effect and works great in my judge.
Rick –
It is great ammo , at 25 ft
Jay –
My S&W Governor loves this ammo. Does kick a little hard. I love this ammo. I have never had a miss fire or a jam. You can’t go wrong with this ammo.
ccus911 –
I would not want to be on the receiving end of one of these…after shooting a box of ten, I have to throw the cardboard/target in the garbage….these simply destroy it…Never had a bad round. I shoot them from a Judge Public Defender.
LAURY –
For some reason, this is the hardest ammo to find where I live. I’m glad you have it. It came on time and secure. This is one of the best ammo’s for the Judge. You all always deliver a great product and keep us well informed.