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Massachusetts Approved Firearms Roster: Smith & Wesson Model 500

The Massachusetts approved firearms rosters list 2 versions of the Smith & Wesson Model 500. Each line below is shown as the roster prints it.

Checked against the current official editions: Approved Handgun Roster, October 2026, Formal Target Shooting Firearms Roster, April 2026, Olympic Competition Firearms Roster, May 2018

Version as listedCaliberActionRoster
500500 S&WRevolverApproved Handgun Roster
500 ES500 S&WRevolverApproved Handgun Roster

Specifications of the Smith & Wesson Model S&W500, 8.38 in barrel

Caliber
.500 S&W Magnum
Capacity
5
Barrel length
8.38 in
Height
6.38 in
Width
1.92 in
Weight
71 oz
Action
Single/double action
Frame
Stainless steel
Finish
Silver
Sights
Interchangeable

From the maker's page listed under Sources, checked October 28, 2026. Versions on the roster can differ in barrel length, sights and finish.

About the Smith & Wesson Model 500

The Model S&W500 is an extra large frame single or double action revolver chambered in .500 S&W Magnum. It has a stainless steel frame and a 8.38 inch barrel.

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