The Mossberg 500 is a series of shotguns that was originally designed in 1960 and began production in 1961. The 500 series represented a range of varying hammerless, pump-action shotguns, all of which features the same receiver. Variations were generally found in the barrel length, bore size, choke options, capacity, sights and stock/forend materials.
They have always been marketed as multi-purpose shotguns designed for use in less-than-favorable conditions. As such, all Mossberg 500s feature interchangeable barrels, which provides for a number of different configurations that can quickly turn a 500 into a field gun, a slug gun, a defensive gun or a sport gun. Additionally, they are all easily disassembled to allow for easy cleaning and simple maintenance. The versatility of the line has even earned it a spot with military forces the world over.
The Mossberg 500 series, which includes the typically military issued 590A1, is the only shotgun that has passed the United States Military's Mil-Spec 3443G standards, which just serves to illustrate the superior performance and reliability.
| Product Specs | |
| Action | Pump Action |
| Barrel Length | 50 cm |
| Caliber | 12ga |
| Capacity | 9 Rounds |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Marinecote™ |
| Front Sight | N/A |
| Overall Length Collapsed | N/A |
| Overall Length Extended | N/A |
| Rear Sight | N/A |
| Weight | 3288g |
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Since 1919, Mossberg® has been the leader in introducing important design breakthroughs to the firearm industry. Many product features pioneered by Mossberg® are now the standards by which all modern firearms are judged. Our design and innovative edge is truly changing the way shooters use shotguns and rifles. We are particularly proud that our Mossberg® pump shotguns are the only shotguns purchased by the United States government that meet or exceed Mil-S-3443 specifications. It is this basis of unquestionable quality that drives Mossberg® to bring reliable, well-built shooting systems to you at an affordable price.
