MIL Thunder 5
Introduction The '''MIL, Inc. Thunder 5''' is a double-action revolver chambered to fire both the .410-bore shotshell cartridge and the .45 Colt revolver cartridge.
Description The Thunder 5 is a large double-action revolver, chambered for the  .410 shotshells and .45 Colt cartridges. As the barrel is rifled, the Thunder 5 is not considered a short-barrelled shotgun under United States federal law, but is restricted under California statutes. In 1994, a variant was produced in .45-70 Government, to make it legal in the state of California.It was fitted with Pachmayr decelerator grips and was available in either matte or bright stainless steel finish with fixed sights. Unusual for a double-action revolver, the Thunder 5 features a manual safety lever. Sub-caliber sleeve inserts in 9mm Parabellum, .38 Special/.357 Magnum, and .38 Super cartridges were available until 1998.It did appear in a few contemporary movies such as ''RoboCop 3'' (1993), ''Black Dog'' (1998), ''Three Kings'' (1999), and ''Crank: High Voltage'' (2009); but otherwise generated little interest and was discontinued in 1999.After it was discontinued, the Thunder 5 became a collector's item. In recent years the concept of the .410/.45 hybrid revolver has been revived by Taurus and Smith & Wesson.
See also * Bond Arms Derringer* MAG-7* Smith & Wesson Governor* Taurus Judge
References
External links *  Thunder 5 Manual