Firearms

Smith & Wesson Model 500 4" Barrel

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Compact 4" barrel .500 S&W — the most powerful production revolver cartridge in the world.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .500 S&W Magnum

Capacity: 5

Year introduced: 2003, USA

Weight: 272 oz

Overall length: 15"

Status: Active

Intended use: hunting