Doubletap Ammunition 500 S&W Snake Shot - 20 Rounds 25 Grains

DoubleTap Ammunition's 500 S&W Snake Shot delivers a practical solution for shooters who need defensive capability against venomous snakes and other close-range threats from a revolver. Unlike traditional handgun ammunition, these rounds combine #9 birdshot with a hardcast solid projectile beneath the shot charge—giving you both immediate stopping power and penetration in a single cartridge. Loaded to a modest 1000 fps from a 4-inch barrel, Snake Shot generates minimal recoil while maintaining predictable shot patterns, making it manageable even for shooters who are sensitive to heavy recoil or shooting in confined spaces like cabins, campsites, or vehicles.

The engineering here is deliberate: the #9 shot doesn't engage the revolver's rifling, so you get a tighter, more reliable spread pattern instead of the wild centrifugal spread you'd see with shot fired through conventional rifled barrels. The 180-grain hardcast full wadcutter underneath ensures that if you need penetration—say, against a larger threat—you've got it. This dual-purpose design means one cylinder gives you flexibility; you're not betting everything on birdshot alone or resorting to full-power rifle rounds in a handgun.

Each box contains 20 rounds, making it practical for both field carry and practice. If you're an outdoorsman who spends time in snake country, or simply want a revolver round that handles the unexpected without the blast and recoil of full-power ammunition, DoubleTap Snake Shot occupies a unique middle ground in the 500 S&W lineup.

Key Features

• Combination shot and hardcast projectile in a single round for versatility
• Tight shot patterns from rifled revolver barrels due to non-engaging #9 shot design
• Gentle recoil for comfortable shooting and faster follow-up shots
• 180-grain hardcast full wadcutter for penetration when needed
• Loaded to 1000 fps from a 4-inch barrel
• 20 rounds per box for field and practice use

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Snake Shot work reliably in my 500 S&W revolver?

Yes. DoubleTap Snake Shot is loaded specifically for the 500 S&W Magnum cartridge. The #9 shot does not engage the rifling, so it will pattern predictably from a rifled barrel without the erratic spread that plagues shot rounds fired through conventional gun barrels.

What is the hardcast projectile for?

The 180-grain hardcast full wadcutter sits beneath the #9 shot charge. It provides penetration and cutting performance if you encounter a larger threat or need more stopping power than birdshot alone. This gives you a round that handles multiple scenarios from a single cylinder.

Is Snake Shot suitable for defense against larger predators?

DoubleTap Snake Shot is engineered primarily for snakes and similar close-range threats. The #9 shot and hardcast design reflect that use case. For defense against larger predators, consider full-power rifle or handgun ammunition designed for that purpose.

How much recoil does this ammunition generate?

Snake Shot generates noticeably less recoil than standard full-power 500 S&W rounds, thanks to its lighter payload (380 grains total) and moderate velocity (1000 fps from a 4-inch barrel). This makes it more comfortable for extended shooting and faster follow-up shots, though any 500 S&W round will kick more than smaller calibers.