How reliable are Mossberg shotguns?
Accuracy is pretty much inherent with a pump-action. The 28” barrel increases the range by a mile, and the double beads and choked barrel improve the accuracy even further. In fact, I’ve fired over 400 shots through the Mossberg 500 and maintained a 1” grouping. The 500 is astoundingly reliable.
What is the difference between a Mossberg 500 and a 590?
The Mossberg 590 Shotgun is the upgraded version of the Mossberg 500 that is specifically designed for LEO, Military, self-defense, and 3-Gun competitions. the 590 can be used for hunting, but it’s not recommended because the barrels are shorter and there is less adjustment in the choke.
Are Mossberg shotguns made in the USA?
Mossberg offers bolt-action, lever-action and auto-loading rifles as well as pump-action, auto-loading, and over/under shotguns. Manufacturing is done both in Turkey and in the US from parts made in both America and Mexico.
What kind of shotgun is a Mossberg 500?
Introduced in 1960, the legendary Mossberg 500 is a mid-tier pump-action shotgun marketed towards civilians, hunters and law enforcement. Originally designed for hunting and combat in all but the harshest of conditions, these shotguns are reliable, easy to clean and maintain.
What is a limiting plug on a Mossberg 500?
In some states, a few Mossberg 500s might have a restricting plug (a.k.a. limiting plug) inside the magazine, which greatly limits the capacity from a 6-shot or an 8-shot to a 3-shot mag. To gain maximum capacity, that plug must be removed. The barrel has to be removed first to remove the magazine end cap,…
What is the difference between the Mossberg 510 and 535 ATS?
The Mossberg 510 Mini Super Bantam is only available chambered in 20 gauge, has as a short 18.5-inch steel barrel with a blued finish, a black synthetic stock with an adjustable length of pull and has a capacity limited to three to four shells. The 535 ATS (all terrain) is a premier variant of the 500 series.
Is the Mossberg 590 a good shotgun?
With all that being said, as mentioned before, there are other Mossberg 500 models designed specifically as duty shotguns, it’s just the 590 was built to meet military specs. All in all, the Mossberg 500 series shotguns fill many niches and, for the price, are a reliable, value-for-dollar purchase.