SW 460- what's the consensus

[buck460XVR]

All of my guns are an investment. But I don't care if they appreciate in value or not. The investment was for my enjoyment and for a quality tool to use at the range and in the field. The .460 is not for everyone. If you are buying it to shoot .45 Colt outta, get a .45 Colt. Difference between .454 and .460, both in recoil and cost of ammo is a moot point. If you don't reload or plan to reload, you'll need deep pockets to afford the ammo and factory ammo is hard to get. Quality factory hunting ammo is $3-$4 a pop. I reload it for under a buck using quality Jacketed bullets. The .460 is a handloaders gun. Handloading ammo for it makes it so versiatile, that the idea of .45 Colt and .454 don't even enter your mind. You can produce powder puff loads all the way to dangerous game ammo using the same case. They are fun to shoot, and my P.C. Compensated Hunter is more accurate than any other handgun I've ever shot. I have a P.C. 629 Magnum Hunter that comes close, but that's it. If you want to shoot bullets over 350 gr, get a .500. The .460 was designed for hunting deer with a handgun. While they are heavy and need a rest, one should rest any handgun they use on deer past 60 yards. Not a big deal.

 

[Groo01]

Groo here
The x frame works with a 500 .
The FA454 can do most anything the 460 can with a much smaller and
lighter frame.
BUT
In the end it is what you like that counts.

 

[Blown32]

I've had a 8 & 3/8 460 for a few years and love it. Someone said it was a "hoot" and that is exactly how I would describe it. recoil is much tamer than most would believe but does get your attention with heavier bullets.

Just picked up a Performance Center 500 (7 & 1/2"). Likely makes no sense whatsoever as the 460 is enough gun for anything I'd ever point it at. But....... I should draw a moose tag this year and that was excuse enough It's also a Hoot, increased recoil compared to the 460 but I'm shooting 400 gainers for now.

Bottom line: Great toys with some practical if not overkill application, I say go for it!

 

[Rooster1]

Bottom line, if you like it buy it! You only go around this world once so you gotta enjoy the time here! And what is not to enjoy shooting a 460! If you go to the range every one wants to shoot it, so you get to try every gun there! You get to test drive your next toy for free! You can never have enough!

 

[Dutchs]

I have the 460XVR in 8 3/8" barrel....Was it a good Investment? To me it was...Will it get me more money if I try to sell it..I don't know but that was never my intention. I carry it in the S&W chest holster and it isn't any bother to me and every time anyone else shoots it all they do is GRIN from ear to ear for hours!! The ammo is expensive and sometimes hard to find but the 454 casull can be used and is uaually plentiful! I love it!!

 

[irwing]

Can the 460XVR also shoot .45 Schofield as well

I know it can shoot 460S&W, 454, & 45 Colt, Can the 460XVR also shoot .45 Schofield as well

 

[carl3989]

If you like it get it.

Very seldom do I buy a gun for an investment. I buy one for enjoyment. The .460 is a beast with the large barrel. I can only imagine what it would be like with a short barrel. Either way, control is of the utmost importance. I guess I am in favor of "Gun Control". LOL. Therefor the Carl Nills on mine. This affords me a great two handed grip which really controls the recoil. Furthermore, I prefer to shoot it with both ear plugs and Muffs. This beast is loud and the muzzle flash is incomparable. Finally, if you like S&W revolvers how can you not own at least one of every frame they offer?

 

[RIDE-RED 350r]

I know it can shoot 460S&W, 454, & 45 Colt, Can the 460XVR also shoot .45 Schofield as well

According to the S&W owners manual, yes.

But the question is... why?