Taurus just dropped a triple threat at SHOT Show 2026, and it’s a masterclass in blending nostalgia, innovation, and practical evolution for the 2A faithful. Leading the pack is the TX9, their inaugural purpose-built modular 9mm duty pistol in centerfire—a bold pivot from the Brazilian giant’s rep for budget-friendly revolvers into the striker-fired striker arena dominated by Glock and Sig. With optics-ready slides, customizable grips, and threaded barrels primed for suppressors, this isn’t just Taurus dipping a toe; it’s a full cannonball into law enforcement and civilian duty use. In a market flooded with polymer perfection, the TX9’s sub-$500 projected MSRP could democratize high-end modularity, handing everyday carriers a reliable workhorse that punches above its weight without breaking the bank. Expect this to ripple through departments pinching pennies and armed citizens building dream rigs.

Then there’s the Judge 20th Anniversary edition, a love letter to the .410/.45 LC revolver that exploded into legend via that infamous 2006 watermelon annihilation video—over 100 million YouTube views and counting, turning a quirky snake shot slinger into a must-have for home defense memes and redneck engineering. Two decades later, Taurus is commemorating with engraved flair and premium finishes, reminding us why the Judge endures: in an age of high-capacity semis, its short-barrel scattergun versatility still crushes close-quarters threats like no other, blending revolver reliability with shotshell stopping power. It’s peak 2A culture—fun, functional, and unapologetically American.

Rounding out the trio, the walnut-stocked Judge Home Defender swaps stodgy wood for tactical chic with integrated M-LOK slots, letting you slap on lights, lasers, or foregrips without Frankenstein mods. Sure, the Judge didn’t scream for upgrades, but this refinement screams shotgun-lite for the modern safe, bridging boomer aesthetics with millennial accessories. For the 2A community, Taurus’s SHOT haul signals they’re not resting on laurels—they’re evolving affordable firepower to meet real-world demands, from duty holsters to nightstand guardians. If these hit shelves as teased, 2026 could be the year Taurus reclaims shelf space from the big boys, proving value-driven innovation keeps the Second Amendment firing on all cylinders.