The 6.5-inch Model 500 is the most commonly seen X-frame configuration, trading a small amount of the 8.375-inch model's velocity for a more manageable overall length. It remains the most powerful production revolver available at this barrel length. Type: Revolver Action: DA/SA Caliber: .500 S&W Mag Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2003, USA Weight: 65 oz Overall length: 13" Status: Active Intended use: Hunting, Collecting