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Some revolvers are built for the nightstand. This one is built for the mountains. The Magnum Research BFR, short for Biggest Finest Revolver, is chambered in .500 S&W Magnum and made entirely in the USA. Unlike wheelguns that started life as smaller-caliber designs and got beefed up later, the BFR was engineered as a magnum from day one, the same philosophy behind Magnum Research's famous Desert Eagle. The all stainless frame, long cylinder, and 7.5 inch cut-rifled barrel are matched to the punishing pressures of the .500, and each revolver is hand fitted and inspected before it leaves the shop.
The cut-rifled barrel with its 1:15 twist shoots well with both lead and jacketed bullets, which matters a lot if you handload heavy hardcast for bear country or big game. The single action design keeps the lockwork simple and the trigger clean, and cocking the hammer for every shot is no real handicap when you are shooting a cartridge this stout. At 4.5 pounds with a 15 inch overall length, there is enough steel out front to soak up recoil and keep the muzzle steady, and owners consistently praise the tight lockup and fit and finish. The black rubber grips give you a secure hold when the weather turns wet or cold.
Out of the box you get a fixed front sight paired with an adjustable rear, so you can dial in your preferred load without any extra parts. The frame comes drilled and tapped, and Magnum Research includes a Weaver-style scope mount, making it easy to run a pistol scope or red dot for hunting at extended range.
Whether you are after elk, hogs, or big bears, or you just want the most capable sidearm on your hip in remote country, this BFR delivers full-power .500 S&W performance in a rugged stainless package that will outlast a lifetime of hard seasons.
Yes. The frame comes drilled and tapped from the factory, and Magnum Research includes a Weaver-style scope mount in the box. That makes it straightforward to add a long eye relief pistol scope or a red dot for hunting, and the adjustable rear sight is there whenever you want to run it with irons.
It is a full-power .500, so recoil is substantial, but the BFR handles it better than most. The 4.5 pound weight and rubber grips soak up a good deal of the push, and owners regularly report that mid-weight loads in the 325 to 400 grain range are more manageable than expected. The single action grip shape also lets the gun roll in the hand rather than slap it.
It is one of the most capable options out there for that job. The .500 S&W Magnum delivers as much energy as any production revolver cartridge, and the all stainless construction shrugs off rain, sweat, and rough handling in the backcountry. Pair it with heavy hardcast loads and a good chest holster and you have a serious piece of insurance.
Every BFR is manufactured entirely in the USA. Magnum Research builds these as magnums from the ground up rather than adapting a smaller frame, and each revolver is hand fitted, polished, and inspected before shipping. Fit, finish, and cylinder lockup are consistent strong points buyers mention.
| UPC | 761226033158 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BFR500SW7 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | Brushed |
| Barrel Length | 7.5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .500 S&W Magnum |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Length | 12.75 |
| Package Height | 21.5 |
| Package Width | 3.0 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Shipping Weight | 5.5 |
| Sights | Fixed Front/Adj Rear |
| Sights Type | ADJUSTABLE |
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