Has anybody shot one of these monsters yet? I have one in layaway at a local gun shop and am looking foward to getting it out. I have read that with the 275 gr load it kicks like a short barreled .44 mag. Ive also heard that they will knock you out of your boots with the 440 gr loads. just checking to see if anyone has shot one or seen one shot.

 

I have had the opportunity to shoot one. I didn’t get the chance to really give it a work out but shot a few dozen rounds through it.

The rounds I shot were Cor-Bon loads of 275, 400 and 440 grains respectively. If you are comfortable with shooting very large high powered handguns of calibers like 44 mags and 454 casull then you should handle the 500 fine. The muzzle brake seems to work really well. Not to say it isn’t a handful – it is. The 440 grain loads in particular are not something I would care to shoot all day long.

It is big
It is heavy
It is expensive
It is not for inexperienced shooters
It is a hell of a lot of fun to shoot

 

I have a Raging Bull in 454 casull and a Desert Eagle in 50 ae so recoil isnt new to me. I am hoping to get to go bear hunting this year, if I do I intend on carrying the 500 with me. The only thing about the 500 is the price of ammo. $40.00 for 12 shots at the local gun shop. If I shoot this thing much Im gonna start reloading. But anyways I appreciate the reply back.

 

If you can shoot those weapons and calibers confidently and without flinching problems then you should be just fine with the .500. It does have more of a kick and blast but nothing unmanageable. Should be just the thing for whacking bears.

I would start looking around for ammo. 40 bucks sounds high. Cor-Bon (one of my favorite brands of handgun ammo and the only one I trust my life to) lists the following as prices:

500 SW 275gr Barnes X
1665fps/1688ft/lbs
Stock# CB500SW275/12
$ 34.95


500 SW 400gr Soft Point
1675fps/2500ft/lbs
Stock# CB500SW400SP/12
$ 34.95

500 SW 440 HC Cast performance
1625fps/2580ft/lbs
Stock# CB500SW440HC/12
$ 27.20

 

Reloading is the best way to go on any ammo that isn't stock at your average sporting goods store. A single stage press with a single die may be purchased for $150, or much less if you look, and can save you alot of money if you shoot frequently. I can purchase 45 colt for $15 to $27 per box of 20 to 50 rounds, or I can load a box of 45 colt FMJ for $7 per 50 rounds.
The ammo I load is much more accurate than ammo off the shelf and I can tailor it to my needs. If I am target practicing then I will use light loads, but for hunting I use heavy loads, and for self defense I will use med to med-high loads.
You will never know what your guns can do unless you work up custom loads to the "safe" maximum power. It is not even close to what you buy off the counter.

 

I jsut went to a local gun store on lunch and checke done of the .500s out and pictures do not do them justice, they are huge! $989 not to bad of a price either.

 

yeah i finally got mine. i gave 850 for it at a local gun shop i buy from alot. your right, it is huge to say the least. i havent shot any high power loads yet. just the 275gr corbon load and the 325gr ultramax load. im still waiting on the hot stuff to come in

 

Hello ! Just a few questions about yuor Rubicon please. Was wondering about the Detroit locker, and the Highlifter unlocker. Is it worth the money spent for this item ? I am looking to buy this kit for mine, and was wondering about how well it works, and is the unlocker is a good as a Warn 424 kit ? Have tried to find some with this setup , but have had no luck. Also what about the clutch kit you have listed for yours what is the benifits of this ? Any comments would be a great help to me.
I have a 2003 Rubicon, 27" ITP 589 MS, ITP aluminum wheels, Warn winch, K&N filter, jetted Carb, Oxlite CV guards, custom full underbody skid plate. May not be as fast as a Polaris, but will leave them in the mud !

 

I have the HL unlocker and have a problem with the plastic shift block slipping off the shift ring when its in 4x4. i made a larger block and it helps but it still slips off now'n'again.

 

My .454 raging Bull is fun to shoot and I bet that .500 is too. I couldn't imagine trying to shoot it without a brake. Vakero is right, unless you've got $$ to burn then get into reloading. Almost all of my guns are $1 or more a shot if you buy ammo at the store. I can reload for half or less and make them as hot as I need. It does take a bit to get set up and get brass but then all you really need is powder and primers. You can get a Lee single stage starter kit from MidwayUSA for around $60. You will need dies, and after a loading or two, a trimmer and tumbler.