Judge .410 slug or 45LC?

[Rebels010]

I bought a 4 inch Judge so that I could legally hunt/carry while hunting. If a shot presented its self, 25 yards or in, I may use it to take a deer. The question is should I load it with 410 slugs or 45LC? I realize the LC is much heavier but I feel like I would get more penetration (which is always a good thing;)) out of the slug. Just wanted to get others opinion or experience. If you feel neither is a good option, let me know as well. Honestly the odds of that shot presenting itself where I hunt would be slim to none, but since I will be carrying the judge, I was curious.

[Guest 85rx-7gsl-se]

Might have some good info:

Here Comes the Judge! Taurus .45/410 Revolver

[Rebels010]

Thanks for the info but I'm actaully looking more for advice on which round would be more effective on Deer within 25 yds.

[Guest 85rx-7gsl-se]

According to that article your accuracy for the slug falls off dramatically at 15 yards so I would guess at 15-25 yards the 45LC would be your better bet.

Plus here shows a penetration comparison:

The Box O' Truth #41 - The Taurus Judge Vs. The Box O' Truth - Page 3

Overall with reduced accuracy, less weight, smaller diameter, and less overall penetration the slug seems like a poor choice IMO.

[Guest mds3d]

From what I have read from various sources, In the larger Judge the 45LC is very effective, but in the Public Defender it looses some significant accuracy. So I am going to add my vote for 45LC.

[Rebels010]

Based on the article the 45LC would be the better choice. So now the question is, is a 45LC from a 4inch barreled revolver a legitimate round to take a deer from 25 yards and in? And if so, would lead tipped or hollow point be better?

[gregintenn]

If you feel neither is a good option, let me know as well.

Leave it home and make a clean, ethical kill with your deer rifle.

[Garufa]

Assuming you are carrying a rifle on this hunt...use that.

[iyaoyas98]

Deer rifle for deer, defender with 45lc for a yote.