Named the ‘Backpack Cannon’, the gun was unveiled in Las Vegas on Monday at the Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade show, the largest gun show in the U.S., which around 60,000 gun fans attend every year.
The cannon features a three-inch barrel, high visibility sights and synthetic shock absorber on the rear of the handle, as well as a massive chamber to fit the gigantic .460 calibre rounds, which are some of the biggest and most powerful bullets in the world.
Paul Pluff, who works for Smith & Wesson said: ‘It’s a very comfortable gun to shoot. It’s great for a back-up gun in the back-country, or even for hunting if you’re going after some pigs or hogs or anything like that.’
Smith & Wesson acknowledges that revolvers have been replaced by high-capacity semi-automatic rifles when it comes to self defence, often taking the place of ‘second-choice’ among potential gun owners.
But the company says they think that their new revolver will make a nice companion for those that enjoy outdoor activities.