S&W 460XVR PERFORMANCE CENTER – 460SW 3 1/2″ ADJ. SS RUBBER

Smith & Wesson's 460XVR Performance Center in 460 S&W Magnum is a 3.5-inch X-frame revolver built for serious handgun hunters and high-power range work. TacticCAL stocks it as a DOJ Roster listed handgun for California buyers who want factory Performance Center quality in a large-bore platform.

What Owning a 59.5-Ounce X-Frame Actually Feels Like Day to Day

This is not a range-bag revolver you grab casually. At 59.5 ounces with a 3.5-inch barrel, the 460XVR Performance Center is a deliberate choice — typically made by handgun hunters, serious magnum shooters, or collectors who want factory Performance Center work on an X-frame. The Hi-Viz fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear make target acquisition fast for a revolver of this class, and the glass bead finish on the stainless frame and cylinder holds up under field conditions. The rubber grip absorbs a meaningful amount of recoil impulse. The drilled and tapped topstrap means a Leupold or Burris handgun scope mounts cleanly without modification. Five-round capacity is standard for the X-frame in this caliber. Expect a single/double action trigger with a target-width pull. Browse our full lineup of CA-compliant handguns.

Frequently asked questions

Can the 460XVR chamber .454 Casull or .45 Colt, or is it 460 S&W Magnum only?

The manufacturer description specifies 460 S&W Magnum as the caliber. No additional chambering compatibility is stated in the verified specs or manufacturer description — do not assume compatibility with other cartridges based on that.

The barrel is listed as 3.5 inches — how does that affect the 460 S&W Magnum's performance compared to longer 460XVR configurations?

The 3.5-inch barrel is significantly shorter than the 8.375-inch version commonly associated with the 460XVR line. Expect a more compact package at the cost of velocity. This configuration suits hunters who need a packable sidearm over a dedicated long-range hunting handgun.

What should I line up before picking this up at TacticCAL after the 10-day wait?

Plan your transport container — California law requires a locked container for vehicle transport. If mounting a scope, source Leupold or Burris handgun rings that fit the drilled and tapped topstrap. Stock 460 S&W Magnum ammunition, which can be harder to find locally than standard calibers. Bring valid government ID to pickup.

How much does an FFL transfer cost in Sunnyvale?

See our pricing and fees page at https://tacticcalgunstore.com/pricing-and-fees/ for current FFL transfer rates — TacticCAL keeps fees flat and transparent.

What is an FFL transfer in California?

An FFL transfer is when a federally-licensed dealer like TacticCAL receives a firearm shipped from another seller and processes California's required DROS paperwork to legally transfer it to you.

Where is the closest FFL dealer to Santa Clara, Mountain View, or Palo Alto?

TacticCAL Gun Store in Sunnyvale is a short drive from Santa Clara, Mountain View, and Palo Alto, serving the South Bay as a full-service FFL dealer for transfers and DROS. Full lineup of §32100 exempt single-action revolvers here.

TacticCAL Gun Store Sunnyvale CA is your Bay Area FFL transfer dealer for California compliant handguns — same-day DROS Sunnyvale processing for Santa Clara and South Bay buyers.