The Smith & Wesson Model 500 is the most powerful production revolver in the world, chambered in .500 S&W Magnum and built on S&W’s massive X-Frame platform. This 8.38-inch barrel configuration delivers maximum velocity and downrange energy, making it a serious choice for big-game hunting and handgun hunters pursuing the largest North American game. Every component is engineered to handle the extreme pressures this cartridge demands, backed by S&W’s century-plus legacy of revolver craftsmanship.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .500 S&W Magnum, one of the most powerful handgun cartridges commercially available.
- Built on Smith & Wesson’s X-Frame, engineered specifically to handle magnum-class pressures.
- The barrel measures 8.38 inches, optimizing muzzle velocity and sight radius for hunting accuracy.
- Cylinder capacity is 5 rounds for a robust, reliable payload in the field.
- Features a Hi-Viz red dot fiber-optic front sight for fast, precise target acquisition in varied lighting.
- Equipped with a fully adjustable rear sight for precise windage and elevation tuning.
- The frame, cylinder, and barrel carry a satin stainless steel finish for corrosion resistance and durability.
- Operates in both single and double action with a combat-style trigger and hammer.
- Synthetic rubber grip absorbs recoil and provides a secure hold under heavy firing stress.
- Frame is drilled and tapped for optics mounting, expanding versatility for scoped hunting applications.
Few handguns command the field presence of the S&W Model 500. Whether you’re tracking elk through dense timber or testing the limits of handgun performance at the range, this revolver delivers the raw power, precision sighting, and rugged stainless construction to perform where it matters most. If you’re serious about big-bore revolvers, the Model 500 sets the standard everything else is measured against.






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