Smith & Wesson 500 .500 SW Mag 4", Compensator

9 Reviews. Average Rating: [4.2 of 5 Stars!]

5 stars:		78% (7 of 9)
4 stars:		0% (0 of 9)
3 stars:		0% (0 of 9)
2 stars:		11% (1 of 9)
1 star:		11% (1 of 9)

Reviewed By: Randy R on 05/10/2013 Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
The 4" barrel M500 is probably the best-handling of the series. The gun feels neutrally balanced in the hand compared to its longer barreled siblings which tend to strain the wrist unless one practices diligently with them to develop the hand and forearm strength needed to handle these heavyweights.
I already own the 6.5" model and while it makes a wonderful field back-up, it's just a bit large for urban use. The 4" on the other hand is perfect for general carry and can be belt carried easily. The size of the cartridges can make loading awkward, but the use of speedloaders really enhances the practical use of the M500.
Fit and finish is contemporary Smith & Wesson, and function is superb. I note that the new 4" model has the same fluid double-action pull as my 6.5" and the same, very light, crisp, zero movement single-action letoff that makes it easy to hit well with these big guns as long as one can avoid anticipating the shot.
Anyone who claims the .500 magnum has no practical use is either speaking from ignorance, or deliberately trying to mislead others, but this was the same back when the now-eclipsed .44 magnum was king. The M500 4" provides the discerning individual with an exreme level of power in a completely manageable, portable, and yes, "compact" package. Anyone going into back-country areas where attack by dangerous animals is possible should seriously consider 4" .500 magnum.

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Reviewed By: Wayne R on 03/13/2013 Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
Gorgeous gun. S&W has done it again and this one is excellent. Proud of this bad boy and love to show it off. I have had the 8" version and prefer the look and feel of the 4". Get one and enjoy it while you can!

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Reviewed By: Eric G on 09/26/2012 Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
Beautiful piece and a must have in every collection. Also, Buds provides the great service that you would hope to find when purchasing firearms online.

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