The short answer

The Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision are both single/double action revolvers. The Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power is the more affordable option, starting at $399.99 versus $1369.99. On the spec sheet, the Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power is lighter (27 oz vs 72.5 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision?

They differ mainly in caliber (.45 Colt vs .500 S&W), model (Judge Public Defender vs SW500), barrel length (2" vs 8.4") and overall length (7.65" vs 15").

Which is cheaper, the Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power or the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision?

The Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $399.99 compared with $1369.99 for the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Are the Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision the same caliber?

No. The Taurus Judge Defender Gen 1 Dual-Caliber Revolver .45/.410 Compact Power is .45 Colt and the Smith & Wesson S&W .500 Magnum Revolver Gen 1 - Powerhouse Precision is .500 S&W.