Smith & Wesson Model 500 Performance Center .500 Mag Stainless Revolver

A: the recoil will be slightly more but the increase in muzzle blast and muzzle rise will make "felt " recoil higher and harder to get off aimed 2nd shots

A: Actual recoil will not be noticeably more but muzzle blast and "Sharper" recoil from the shorter barrel will make it seem like it. A longer barrel tends to lengthen the recoil pulse and the heavier front end of the pistol dampens recoil more over the shorter barrel. Perception is key. If you can shoot a 6", you can shoot a 4" or 8" in my opinion.

A: the recoil will be slightly more but the increase in muzzle blast and muzzle rise will make "felt " recoil higher and harder to get off aimed 2nd shots

A: I've shot all of them and they are all extremely accurate to 200 yards. The 4 inch is a real handful. You can actually feel it twist in your hands when you shoot it with heavy loads but I was still able to hit the 200 yard ram easily offhand. The 8.5 is the best for a primary hunting gun. The 4 inch is something you carry for emergencies.

A: Randy, empty weight is 56.8 oz. as listed on Smith and Wesson's website Sir.

A: I am always inclined to go with the manufacturer and say 56.8 OZ which most others sites also list it as 58.6 oz however I suggest contacting S&W to be sure BY TELEPHONE: (USA) 1-800-331-0852 Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Eastern Time

A: Randy, This firearm is over 56 oz which is 3.5 LBS. Big gun for BIG round.