Description
Controlled Power. Practical Performance. Serious Hunting Capability.
The 500 S&W Special loaded with a 400-grain Maker Solid Copper Hollow Point (SCHP) delivers everything hunters want from a large-bore revolver cartridge—deep penetration, reliable expansion, and decisive terminal performance—without the punishing recoil and excessive muzzle rise of full-power 500 S&W Magnum loads.
This cartridge was purpose-built for shooters who value control, accuracy, and repeatable performance over raw excess. By operating in the sweet spot of pressure and velocity, the 500 S&W Special offers a more manageable shooting experience while remaining fully capable on medium and large game.
Why this load stands apart
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400gr Maker SCHP
Precision-machined solid copper projectile engineered for exceptional expansion and reliable penetration, even at moderate velocities. -
Reduced recoil, real-world shootability
Delivers authoritative terminal performance without the blast, recoil impulse, and recovery time associated with Magnum-level loads—allowing for faster follow-up shots and better practical accuracy. -
Premium components, no compromises
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New Starline brass
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CCI primers for consistent ignition
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Hodgdon powder selected for clean, predictable burn characteristics
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Optimized for modern big-bore revolvers
Designed to perform exceptionally in 500 S&W platforms where controllability and precision matter just as much as power.
The practical advantage
Not every hunt—or every shooter—calls for maximum recoil and muzzle blast. The 500 S&W Special offers a balanced alternative: devastating on target, comfortable behind the trigger, and built for shooters who prioritize confidence and control over sheer excess.
As with every Steinel Ammunition load, this cartridge is assembled with meticulous attention to detail, tight process control, and a singular focus on dependable field performance.
An extraordinary hunting round—powerful, refined, and purpose-driven.
