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The .500 S&W Magnum doesn't leave much room for guesswork, and that's exactly where quality brass earns its keep. Hornady builds these unprimed cases to give handloaders a clean, uniform starting point for one of the most powerful production handgun cartridges out there. If you're feeding a Model 500 or another big-bore revolver and want to roll your own, this is the kind of brass that takes the guessing out of the equation.
Hornady puts extra time into its cases, running smaller lots that hold tighter tolerances. You get uniform wall thickness, consistent weight, and even internal capacity, which all translate to more repeatable charges and pressures when you're working up a load. They also measure for tight wall concentricity and run cases through a pressure calibration test to confirm uniform expansion during firing. That concentricity matters because it helps the bullet seat properly in both the case and the chamber, and with a cartridge pushing 500-grain bullets, every bit of consistency counts.
This is new, unprimed brass, not loaded ammunition, so it's ready for you to prep, prime, charge, and seat. Current production .500 S&W Magnum cases use a large rifle primer pocket, so keep that in mind when you're stocking primers. The .500 S&W is a semi-rimmed, straight-walled case with a nominal length right around 1.625 inches, and it really comes alive with heavier bullets in the 350 to 500-grain range. Whether you're loading stout hunting rounds or working up something a little milder for practice, starting with good brass makes the whole process smoother and your results more predictable.
Bottom line, Hornady brass gives you a solid, repeatable base to build on so you can focus on dialing in your load instead of fighting inconsistent cases.
No. These are new, unprimed brass cases and not loaded ammunition. They're a reloading component, so you'll prime, charge, and seat your own bullets. This lets you build loads tailored to your firearm and shooting needs.
Current production .500 S&W Magnum cases are built for large rifle primers. The spec changed from large pistol to large rifle back in 2003 to better handle the cartridge's high pressures. Many loaders run magnum large rifle primers for the heavier charges this round calls for.
The .500 S&W Magnum really shines with heavier projectiles, especially those in the 350 to 500-grain range. It was designed from the start to be among the most powerful production handgun cartridges, and heavier bullets let it deliver that performance. Always cross-reference published load data for your chosen bullet and powder combination.
Since it's new, it typically needs far less fuss than once-fired range brass. Hornady hand inspects each case and holds tight tolerances, but it's still smart to check case length, deburr if needed, and confirm your primer pockets are clean before loading. A quick inspection pass keeps everything running smoothly on the press.
| UPC | 090255487909 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8790 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .500 S&W Magnum |
| Length | 4.1500 |
| Product Type | HANDGUN |
| Quantity | 50 Per Box |
| Shipping Weight | 1.35 |
| Units per Box | 50 |
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