.460 XVR S&W Magnum 

I didn't realize the .460 was so versatile. To me, that gives it a big edge over the 500S&W.

I love shooting my 460 mag but I think my wife loves it more. My 13 year old daughter has worked up from running 45LC through it to the 454 Casulls. She's not quite ready for the big 460 mag rounds yet. Recently started reloading as the girls run a boat load of ammo through this thing. Shooting at an indoor range is a blast. You are literally the loudest gun on the range and people stop what they are doing. Shooters to your sides will stop as they are scared of the gap blast the big boy puts out. I'll let people shoot it, most turn down the offer, others will fire one round, put it back on the bench and walk away with a big grin.

There does come a point these revolvers become so big and powerful that an artillery crew is required.

This man has *"THE"* absolute *BEST* range I've ever seen.

To a town in Tennessee rode Hickok one fine day Hardly spoke to folks around him, didn't have too much to say, No one dared to ask his business, no one dared to make a slip Hickok there among them had a big iron on his hip.

Hickok is a master of understatement. "The .454 Casull is a fairly warm round."

I own both the .460 and .500 Magnums. Both revolvers are 8 3/8" and identical except for the chambering. After shooting and hunting with both if I could only have one hands down it would be the .460 Magnum. The versatility with being able to fire different ammo is impressive. The .460 also has gain twist rifling which helps with accuracy. There is nothing the .460 cannot kill vs. the .500 Magnum. Owning a revolver that can fire a 300+ grain bullets at .30 caliber rifle ballistics is impressive. If you are in the market for a hunting handgun I would highly recommend the .460 Magnum. I added a Leupold handgun scope along with four Weigand scope mounts. Rock solid shot after shot. The Smith & Wesson front carry holster is also a nice touch.

"when you make a lot of mistakes, you learn how to fix 'em" - Hickok 45 Excellent quote. Entirely original. Again as I've commented before, such a modest man. And the lessons learnt, well, hopefully some learn. 😅😅

I own the S&W 500 and the owners manual says you are supposed to use the muzzle break/compensator with the vents on top for jacketed rounds. And use the muzzle break with no ports on top for lead rounds. Supposedly the lead rounds could produce some shrapnel out the top ports.

I have to admit that I really enjoyed shooting a .500 S&W, and thought it was just about the perfect hand-cannon. Then I got to see the .460 and changed my mind. It immediately became my favorite. The power is mind-blowing, but its ability to shoot five different bullets made the change of favorites easy. What a magnificent beast it is!

2 February 2020 - A man in my locale bought a S&W 500. He fired it once - and broke his wrist! He is not a small guy. And the folks with him testify that he was holding the revolver properly with no clowning around. All of a sudden, that .460 XVR with its versatility is looking pretty good to a lot of people around here, me included. Thanks for the tutorial, Hickock.

I know the video is over 2 years old BUT seeing it for the first time was very educational and entertaining. Mr. Hickok you have a great demeanor and sincerity towards life and it really commands the attention of your viewers like myself. When I'm stressed from life's daily perils sometimes I plug in one of your videos and just WATCH and LISTEN. In about 2 minutes, I'm back to normal again. I would also like to give props to JOHN. John does great camera work and seems to know what your going to do before you do it. You and your Dad make a great team and all of us are the beneficiaries. You will treasure this time with him for the rest of your life. It will mean everything to you. I know, I lost my dad in 2012. Keep up the good work and stay in the fight. NRA protect our constitution.

That gun seems that it would be all around more versatile than the 500, it gives you a lot more choice depending on what you wanted to use it for! The 500 is going to be a one choice firearm

Having shot this gun with both 454 and 460, I personally did not find the recoil that bad with the muzzle brake. The noise, on the other hand, is truly cacophonous.

Thanks for doing the X-frame .460. I own two and love to see 'em. There is just something about a big-bore 5 shoot revolver that is special.

This would be phenomenal for bear defense. I like the fact you can load a variety of ammunition using the long colt for target practice and possibly home defense. Use the Casul rounds for whitetails and use the full house 460 rounds for bear defense and big game. I am going out west next year, I'm definitely looking into one of these.

Having owned both I prefer the 460 over the 500 all day any day. So much easier to get ammo and use lighter rounds for practice.

Why I like watching Hickok's videos..can hit exactly what and where he's aiming no matter if it's a .22 rimfire or .500 S&W Magnum. That's years of training and experience. That being said; impressed with the .460 Magnum primarily because of it's ability to use the range of cartridges as exhibited in this video. And that revolver looks like a really high quality piece. Fun video to watch.

When I keep hearing "Four-fifty-four" and "Four-sixty" I think of big block v8's haha. Big engines and big guns!

How did I overlook this beauty? That versatility and power in the same package is so badass.

Just watched a video the other day. Taufladermouse. Somebody in comments said you wouldn't see good ol Hickok45 doing this gun. I commented to them. Not yet but Hickok45 rocks a few videos with the .500 Magnum. Now here we are..... Hickok45 with a .460

I bought a 454 casual years ago because I go into bear country a lot. I would have bought the 460 had it been available at the time. I love the diversity in the ammo. The 460 has so much going for it over the .500.

Also wanted to add that in my opinion the 454 Casull is the best all-around cartridge for this gun for every day shooting. Still plenty powerful extremely accurate and not nearly as punishing.

You are such agood instructor. Your voice is clear and actually your so professional in handling Any gun you pick up to demo with. We are so fortunate having you as a guide. Many thanks.

The brake that's on it is for jacketed projectiles, the other is for hard cast. Owned my xvr for a couple of years and had an awful lot of fun with it. Extremely accurate with the 200 grain hprnady ftx @2300fps 1980ft lbs in my pistol.

I'll tell you how accurate. Using my S&W 460 3.5" PC revolver loaded with Hornady 200gr FTX ammo from 25 yard distance, I shot two hands, standing unsupported, slow fire using (Double Action) 10 rounds into 3" diameter bullseye target!

The fact you do this in "one take" is always amazing

I have the 14 inches 460. It’s amazing how Kickok 45 hit targets with those big rounds. My favorite ammo is the Hornady 460 S&W Magnum 200 gr FTX. 🤛🏼

lets hope that all the law abiding firearm owners can continue to have a great sport and introduce the shooting sports to their children and I to my children as my father did with me. Starting with basic gun safety with maybe a bb gun or a .22 . its so sad that these people with mental health issues are sending us in a direction that is against a great sport.

My favourite handgun, versatile, powerful

I watched you load them wrong, and was just thinking. DUDE!, he's about to fire the hot .460 thinking it's an LC, and then you caught it. I don't know whether I am relieved, or disappointed.

This guy is one of my favorites I enjoy any video he make ,thank you for charin your videos and experiences with us Mr Hickok.

That thing digs holes in the ground even after hitting the gong.

I have the Black Stainless model Performance Center Model of the .460XVR and fire it all the time! My favorite of my collection for sure. I have 2 chest holsters as you recommended. What a FANTASTIC weapon. You didn't mention the 3-6ft fire it buts out all around you. Mine also fires 2 basketball size fireballs behind the projectile when firing the Hornady Critical Defense S&W .460 Magnum rounds. When I take it to the range EVERYONE stops firing and comes over to see what is making all the incredible loud noise and fireball.

“When you make a lot of mistakes you learn how to fix ‘em”

Nuts to bolts the best gun channel on You Tube.

As with most firearms that I'm considering, I had to check your videos. I'm leaning towards the 460 instead of the 500. It'll allow me to use those very low recoil rounds for teaching my wife and kids (they've never touched a firearm). It'll also give me the option of being used as a hunting weapon.

*Many* thanks indeed for having one of these beautiful guns on your show Hickok!!! I have wanted to see you put an XVR through its paces for the last five years. I think it is the very best of all the heavy pistols--superior even to those that shoot the 500SW Magnum in my opinion and _miles_ ahead of the various Desert Eagles despite their hype. You mention how practical it is, yet also how special with the super-fast rounds and also the tamer cartridges. Just as you suggest, I would perhaps like to get my little wife--she stands an inch under five feet--interested in the lighter rounds while still being able to appreciate the really heavy stuff myself. A fantastic pistol and a really, _really_ enjoyable video.

You have to try the large performance center version! Shot 5 rounds of 380 grain bear loads! The shockwave coming back at you in your face is quite the experience. well made piece of engineering is why I like these large frame smith's

might need this in my life

The variations and options of shooting EVERY .45 rimmed cartridge makes the 460S&W a GREAT CHOICE!

5:30, “When you make a lot of mistakes you learn how to fix ‘em” Damn that’s too deep for me

Who else noticed he loaded them in reverse order and was sitting there waiting for him to jump from the lightest to hottest round in just one shot? 😂

I'm definitely getting the five inch version of this gun. It's a must-buy due to its caliber versatility.

Hickok: “When you make a lot of mistakes, you learn how to fix them” John: “What...”

First time I've seen a .45 Colt have the muzzle flip of a .22!

I have one with the 5" bbl. With Hornady 200 gr flex tip it is one of the most accurate hand guns I own. I love shooting that thing. Wear good ear protection if you decide to get one. The first time I used it was at an indoor range, and that monster rattled the windows on the range.

That's some big iron. I have shot one several times before and it's a whole lot of fun. It's actually really tame with .45 Colt.

I’m a 460 lover! It is super versatile! I think the X frames cross the line of handcannons over onto the Mancannon category! Thank you for the content. I appreciate your entertainment!

I had the 2 1/2" "Bear" survival kit. The recoil was not that bad at all and I am not a big tuff guy by any means. The concussion of the muzzle blast another story. I wore in the ear plugs and muffs any time I shot it. I always pondered if I would take on a grizzly hand to hand before shooting that thing with no ear protection.

I love your expertise! I have the Alaskan .454 2&1/2 barrel, .460 and the .500 mag snub. I love them all. I have to say though. The most kick I've experienced from a hand gun and hate to shoot is the S&W Performance center ultra light .44 mag! I'd love to see if you see what I do or if I'm just a whimp!

Dear Santa, I've been a really good boy this year and all I want is a .460 XVR S&W Mag!!!! Hickok thanks for the great vid! I got to comment though - I've never seen you switch up your grip like you did with this one. I've got a .44 629 6.5" and find myself doing the same thing - as opposed to my .357 28-2 which for some reason just "fits" my grip straight out. Keep `em comin' , always look forward to your vids :)

I just picked mine up for independence day weekend. First gun I've ever fired, and i would say if you're a big guy looking for a gun your size this is defiantly the right choice. I'm 6'3 with a wide build so i could "comfortably" shoot it one handed, while my friend who's not quite as big as me had a bit of trouble.

Real mans fidget spinner

Fun fact because of personal experience. The same length barrel one as you have will knock off all red dot sights you mount on it. The sheer force of the recoil shifts them back on the picatinny rail and therefore loses zero. Your best bet when wanting an optic is using high grade reinforced scope rings with a aim dot scope. (The only red dot style scope that won't lose zero from this gun). Using an actual scope with a normal reticle will actually break. The only gun I've ever seen that can do this. And this is with light normal sized hunting loads for deer. It knocked off a aimpoint acro P2, Trijicon RMR, Holoson HE510, and also a Nightforce ATACR 1-8x24. The nightforce surprised me the most not being capable of holding up to the gun. Powerful handgun is not the word for it.

Solid review pops!! This was the first revolver I ever shot, with VERY hot rounds and the shorter barrel... it scared the hell out of me however, now I want one.

Its versatility is reflected in this: Casull and/or hot 460 for self defense and when in a grizz country, Schofield and/or 45 long colt when plinking (not to say that these are not powerful enough for a self defense too, but they are much cheaper)...

Need to get your hands on the 460V. I'd love to see you do a review with the 5" barrel

This was the first New gun I bought. I said if I wanted a revolver, it’s this. I got the 5” barrel. And the different compensator is for lead rounds. Love bringing my friend to shoot this.

"When you make lots of mistakes you learn how to fix them." Wise words from gun grandpa.

Thanks for the great videos Mr. Hickok45. I just finished a holster/scabbard for a Magnum Research BFR 460 mag with an 11" barrel and scope. The thing is huge and I would not want to carry this gun very far. He has only shot 6 rounds of the 460 and a bunch of 45LC. heavy gun for sure.

Great video!! I LOVE my 460!! The only thing I didnt hear you mention was the light trigger. the one you were shooting may not have had one but mine has an ultra sensitive trigger which is great when shooting for accuracy!! Thanks for the great video!!!

That's my new favorite quote, "When you make a lot of mistakes you learn how to fix them"

I did get this (The hunter edition with the rail) over all other big bore handguns. I can shoot 45LC all day and not have a problem... and to be honest, I'm very used to the 460 rounds too now. I can somewhat comfortably shoot those one handed. It's unbelievable power and there isn't a bear in the woods I frequent that this gun won't stop. The 500 still scares me to actual use, but I proudly use this gun! I've alwasy sort of wondered what would happen if someone broke into my house (and of course posed a lethal threat) and I happened to have this gun on hand. A single 460 round to an intruder's head would do 2 things. It would make the head POP like the watermelon here and also it would make me 100% deaf in an instant. This is the loudest gun I've ever shot. At the range the other guns sound like air rifles compared to this.

This man by far has the best / most educational reviews right down to the history on some of them

It's on my wish list. I was proud that I worked my up to a .44 mag, then this guy in the next lane showed me something I've never even heard of, the .460 !

Been waiting for you to review one of these for years.

That second compensator is for the LRN rounds for easier clean up of led build up. I use it when shooting Colts for plinking. Real easy to swap out.

I own a 500 Magnum and the 460 is next on my list!

Just picked one of these up. Great fun. Manual says the muzzle break with holes on top is for jacketed bullets, the other for lead..

Great show on how all those calibers can be shot out of one gun! I was considering getting a 454 Casull, but now think I may go for the 460 since it shoots 45LC! But I also wish to point out that your kick test is a little bit watered down. I say this because most calibers are made in a range of power, which directly relates to the kick in any given handgun. I have created a very elaborate and extensive Excel file that list 34 handgun calibers, which includes 4 of the 5 calibers you shot in your video. In this file I list the ballistics for each round, including where to buy online, for how much and how much per round. The .45 Colt (LC) ranges in power (ME) from 220 (weak Cowboy load)-1,300 ft. lbs., which is a factor of 5.9. The .454 Casull power ranges from 940-2302, which is a factor of 2.4, and the 460 S&W power ranges from 1478-2799 ft. lbs., which is a factor of 1.9. The point here is that the kick will depend on what specific ammo you use. So, it would be very helpful to the public to tell use, not only the ammo brand name and the size of the bullet, but also its power rating. Based on what I saw in your video, the 45LC load you shot was probably a mediocre one, say between 600-800 ft. lbs. And it was very nice you put in two different power levels of the 460 S&W ammo. Great video! Vincent (07-22-2020)

Theres one of these at my local sporting store, has been there for months. Ive looked at it, said holy crap thats a BEAST and walked away. Now that i know its possibilities i may have to reconsider buying it!.

"When you make a lot of mistakes, you learn how to fix 'em." Well said.

Recently bought a colt anaconda 8” 44 magnum, 460 XVR, and a 500 magnum. Like them all, but love the x frames the best. I take them to my local indoor range and they do attract attention. When I fire the first round everyone stops and looks like what the heck was that. They are fun but ammo is so expensive right now for them. I don’t get to shoot them as often as I would like.

Based upon its weight, this is going to be classified as an "assault weapon" in VA if we let the tyrants do as they please. Sic Semper Tyranis.

You may "not learn much" by shooting 45 Colt through this thing. But you'd certainly have a lot of fun. 45 Colt seems perfectly accurate, too. Hickok45 hitting targets with ease with 45 Colt also demonstrates that short rounds in long cylinders are not inherently inaccurate, as is so often heard.

The Taurus Raging Judge is another huge revolver I'd love to see here!

Got to love Federal ammo. Been using for decades and never one FTF on any firearm. Clean burning and accurate. Good shit man!

Hickok was coughing because he was smoking to much pot

As a lady in AK, I love mine for bear & wolf protection in the woods/mountains. Target practice is fun with the ammo versatility and it kicks less than a .44. This revolver is hefty, dependable, and straighforward.

Finally Hickok45 has listened to my request. Now he just needs to do the .460 Rowland now to finish my request for now.

I've hunted with my ruger super redhawk 454 71/2 barrel for years. Taken many deer with it. I do like the options with the 460, that's going to be my Christmas present this year. 🙂

Went back to watch this. I love my 460, 5” barrel for Kodiak protection. Fun to shoot but not easy to sight for me. Thanks

Ah yes .460 s&w... For when you need to take down a charging grizzly with body armor from a mile away

This was the first firearm (including a scope) that I personally used when I went to an outdoor range.

“When you make a lot of mistakes you learn how to fix them”

i have recently picked up a a 460 and i was amazed at how easy it really is to handle.

*The ULTIMATE carry gun. @_____@*

I'm in the market for a double action revolver for some adventures in Grizzly country; and I can't decide if I want the .500 S&W, or this .460 XVR? The .500 S&W is the ultimate bear defense handgun; but I like the .460's ability to shoot hot rod Colt .45 rounds from Buffalo Bore, and the very formidable, but snappy, .454 Casull. Those two rounds are more than suitable for the overwhelming amount of critters I would encounter in this hemisphere. That allows me to get more use out the .460, than I would out of the .500. I just don't want to come up short, if I'm forced to use deadly force to defend my life against a Grizzly attack. Thank you, for reviewing both, so I could compare and listen to your opinions.

Always a great time watching your videos. Excellent reviews, very practical information.

I have a lot of fun shooting my .460 as well. Mine came with 2 different muzzle brakes; one for jacketed and one for un-jacketed bullets. At least swapping between the 2 only takes a few seconds, and the retaining screw is left-hand threaded. I recently fired some Buffalo Bore 26B/20 rounds weighing 360gr rated @ 1900FPS & 2860FT/LBS. They made all the other rounds feel weak. Keep up the good work. I love your range.

"They make these things called rifles, and they have a shoulder stock...."

I think if someone is having trouble flinching a lot, getting them to get used to a lower recoil may help mentally remove that habit when going back up in power. IDK, just somethng that hit me while watching.

nothing like breakfast, coffee from Dunkin Donuts and watching a revolver video by Hickok45.

454 Casull shoots relatively comfortable in the heavy X-frame and my 5 inch muzzle-brake equipped 460 X-frame makes a great 454 Casull platform.

"Gonna have to smoke some pot after that" The look on my wife's face while listening in the backround= priceless.

Got this exact one 2 years ago & shot it a few weeks ago ,loudest thing at the indoor range,everyone stopped to see what it was,just ordered another 44 mag, a S&W 629 6inch,best to reload otherwise its costly

11:00 "I don't think I can shoot it all that well...." If that isn't humbleness defined, I don't know what is. For not being able to shoot all that well, you seem to be doing an exceptional job. What do you consider shooting "well" then? Hitting a dime at 500 yards? I wish I could shoot "not all that well".... You crack me up Uncle Hickok....

460 S&W used for hunting hogs in Tx have had one for several yrs. Reload my own bullets. Great powerful weapon especially when shot at night, a real flame thrower.

@Hickok45...I am one of your subscribers. I really liked (and appreciated) your review on the S&W 460 magnum! I recently bought the same one that you were using. I'm really looking forward to shooting it especially after watching your video! I also wanted to say thank you for all the time and effort that you put into ALL of your videos! You can call it "Fandom" if you want to but I'd really like to do some target shooting with you one day! I'll bring the watermelons...lol