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Both The Judge and The Governor are a lot of fun to play with. I wouldn't consider either for self defense, except from snakes, unless I was in a real pickle. As for .45ACP, The Judge can be modified to take moon clips. By the time you pay for it, though, you could have bought The Governor.

If I was back in the market for a .45/.410 revolver I would buy the Governor. Unfortunately, S&W wasn't making the Governor when I bought my Judge.

Abraham wrote:If so, do you like it?

Yes, I own one. Yes, I like it. A lot.

Is it a good shooter and/or painful no matter your choice either .410 or .45 long colt or any of the others available in this revolver?

Yes, it is a "good shooter." Your ammo choice determines whether it is painful. Standard 45 Colt doesn't hurt at first, but an extended session leaves me numb. 410 birdshot is uncomfortable, but not so much that I don't want to shoot it. 410 buckshot hurts, as do increased power 45 Colt loads.

Do you carry it or is it too big to be practical to carry?

I've never carried it concealed, but I think I could do it. As a practical matter, I'd rather carry a semi in 45. Not nearly as heavy, higher capacity, and easier to reload.

Have any trouble finding retention holsters for it?

Depends on the level of retention you want. I've never seen a retention holster beyond those having straps.