Ok guys My opinion only here. I do not own a Gov. BUT I did at one time own a judge and I can honestly say I had more fun shooting that gun than any I had and possibly have ever had. The versatile ammo choices make it feel like 5 different guns in one. I only sopld mine after it fell apart (Taurus)!
Lack of penetration, not adequate defense guns, short barrel, BLAH BLAH BLAH

The gun is a blast to shoot and if you shoot an intruder in the face with this gun they are going to be hurt PERIOD. A 45 colt round will split a melon or a head if anybody doubts this gun is adequate let them try and take the round to the chest since it is SO useless

I am not fond of the frame meterial the 642, 640, or the Gov, is made of is the only reason I don't own one now. Maybe if they do an all stainless version or blued I will buy one. If you don't mind the scandium frame, go for it because they are fun to play with