MOSSBERG MAVERICK 88 SECURITY

Overview

The Mossberg Maverick 88 is one of the most popular and affordable pump-action shotguns on the market. Manufactured by O.F. Mossberg & Sons, it shares much of its design with the Mossberg 500 while offering a lower-cost option.Key SpecificationsAction: Pump-actionGauge: 12 Gauge (20 Gauge models also available)Chamber: 3-inchCapacity:Standard Field Model: 5+1Security Models: 5+1, 6+1, or 7+1 depending on barrel and magazine configurationBarrel Lengths:18.5" (Security)20" (Security)24" (Slug)26" or 28" (Field/Hunting)Weight: Approximately 6-7 poundsFinish: Blued steel with synthetic stock and fore-end.FeaturesDual extractors for reliable extractionTwin action bars for smooth cyclingSteel-to-steel lockupAnti-jam elevatorCross-bolt safety located in the trigger guard (unlike the Mossberg 500's tang safety)Many barrels and accessories are interchangeable with the Mossberg 500, although the Maverick 88 uses a pinned fore-end on most models.Common UsesHome defense (18.5" and 20" Security models)Hunting (26" and 28" Field models)Clay target shootingRecreational shootingProsExcellent reliabilityAffordable priceEasy to maintainWide availability of aftermarket accessoriesProven design with decades of serviceConsiderationsCross-bolt safety may be less convenient for some shooters than the Mossberg 500's tang safety.The standard pinned fore-end limits some aftermarket fore-end upgrades unless additional parts are installed.Overall, the Mossberg Maverick 88 is widely regarded as one of the best values in pump-action shotguns, offering dependable performance for hunting, home defense, and general-purpose shooting at an economical price.