MOSSBERG 500

Overview

The Mossberg 500 is a pump-action shotgun (manual slide forearm) introduced in the 1960s and still widely used today.Popular for hunting, home defense, law enforcement, and sport because it's rugged, reliable, and inexpensive.Common specs (typical)Gauges: 12-ga (most common), 20-ga, .410 bore.Action: Pump (slide) with twin action bars for durability.Magazine: Tubular magazine under barrel - capacities vary by shell length and tube length (typical 4+1, 5+1, 6+1, 7+1, 8+1).Barrel lengths: Common factory barrels 18.5", 20", 24", 26", 28" (varies by model/market). Shorter tactical models 18.5" or 14" "Shockwave" style (legal classification varies).Safety & controls: Most US models use a top tang safety (ambidextrous), though some tactical/older models have a cross-bolt safety.Stocks/forends: Polymer or walnut options; many aftermarket stocks available.Notable variants in the familyModel 500 - the civilian base model (many configurations: hunting, field, home defense).comes as pictured and may show some imperfections all superficial/cosmetic none of which would affect the function of this item.