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Category - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 500 - .500 S&W Revolvers

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Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 500
.500 S&W Revolvers

Smith & Wesson Model 500 - .500 S&W Magnum

Description:
The Model 500 was built on the entirely new X-Frame, which was developed exclusively to handle the immense muzzle velocity and pressures generated by firing of the .500 Magnum cartridge. It is among the most powerful revolvers in the world since its original release in 2003, and is marketed as "the world's most powerful handgun" by the manufacturer. The Model 500 can fire a bullet weighing 350 gr (22.7 g; 0.8 oz) at 1,975 feet per second (602 m/s) generating a muzzle energy of over 3,030 foot-pounds force (4.1 kJ), roughly twice that of the .50 AE Desert Eagle, and a momentum of 13.7 Newton seconds. Commercial loadings are available in bullet weights ranging from 275 gr to 700 gr. The Model 500 is capable of firing the shorter .500 S&W Special cartridge. Instead of a traditional barrel, the S&W 500 uses a rifled tube inside a barrel shroud that is secured by tension from the front. This tensioning leads to stability, making barrels less expensive to produce and resulting in a more accurate revolver. Lockup is accomplished by a center-pin in the rear of the cylinder and a ball detent in the frame. The advanced design of the firearm helps in counteracting the recoil felt by the shooter. This includes the sheer weight of the firearm, including a full-length underlug contributing to a forward balance; use of rubber grips; and the use of a compensator. The compensator offers modest recoil reduction, but also increases muzzle blast. On certain S&W Performance Center models the compensator is replaced with a muzzle brake. Like most large caliber handguns, the Model 500 is suitable for sport and hunting applications. Any of the available bullet weights can be relied on to take game at a range in excess of 200 yards (183 m), a feat matched by only a handful of other handguns. The high energy of these rounds makes it possible to hunt extremely large African game successfully. .500 S&W Magnum

Chambers: 5
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Rubber Combat Grips
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrels: "6.5"", Stainless Steel
Triggers: DA/SA
Stock Dimensions:
Overall Length 12.875
Butt Pad: Hogue Sorbothane
Weight: 4 lbs.
Sights: "Front Blade, Adjustable Rear
Item Location: Orlando, FL

Price: $1,099.99