Is this Mossberg 500 really Authentic and good?
I was looking for a Home Defense shotgun decided on a Mossberg 500 parkerized since i want it to last a little longer and i came across this. what do you know or think about it?
Mossberg Shotgun 500 12 Gauge, Pump Action, Limited Government Contract – Model 50474 with Adjustable Stock and Pistol Grip – Chambered in 12ga 2 ¾” and 3” Shellsrare US Government Contract Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotguns (model 50474) for sale. The shotgun is Parkerized with 18.5" barrel and has an aluminum Adjustable Collapsible Stock. It is chambered in 12ga 2 ¾” and 3” ShellsDetails:
Condition: Brand New
The Mossberg shotgun has 5 + 1 Capacity
Aluminum trigger guard and safety, Hard coat anodizing
Special adjustable stock (reduced length and pull)
Unique recoil pad and plug
Comes with Sling and swivels
You will receive Factory Box, Sling and Sling Rings, Manual and all Factory Paperwork that came with this Shotgun.
Weighs about 6.4lbs
Made in USA
http://www.keepshooting.com/firearms/shotguns/mossberg-shotgun-500-12ga-government.htm
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February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
Authentic? It better be authentic or that’s false advertising.
It your basic model shotgun. It’s cheap but it works and can take a great deal of abuse even when your deliberatley trying to damage it. It has the aluminum saftey which is good. Mine has the plastic.
You already have all the basic info. The one I use I haven’t had a problem with. The only advice is don’t use federal shotshells. Federal does not know how to make good shotgun shells as it is but my mossberg jammed a few times with that stuff.
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
If it is authentic, ( I don’t know of a huge knock-off market for them) the Mossberg is a good sturdy shotgun. I have been using one on patrol for the past 13 years without complaint. That configuration is usually compared to a Remington 870. The only gripe some have is that the safety is on the tang instead of on the trigger guard like a Remington 870 (this can easily be learned through training). Also there aren’t the plethora of aftermarket toys available like an 870, but there are a lot. Just think about it this way, the government is using it, so it’s not junk.
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
$600 for a mossy shotgun is f’in insane. /end thread.
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
I would guess the advertising is true.
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
Yes a Mossberg 500 is an excellent shotgun…. I have several and none have ever disappointed….
Avoid the # 50474….. Pistol grips are hard to aim….
Consider either the Mossberg 500 catalog # 50577….. These are also available in a matte (parkerized finish)… I don’t know the model # for the matte finish model 8 shot but Mossberg does offer one……
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/50577.jpg
or the shorter 6 shot Mossberg 500 catalog # 50411…..
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/50411.jpg
Both of these are simple, no frills get the job done shotguns…..
Here’s a write up on the benefits of the Mossberg 500 shotguns…..
http://jth8260.tripod.com/870.html
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/50577.jpg
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
Save the money and get the standard Mossberg 500A. I doubt it is any better for the purpose you intended.
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
It’s not worth it.
If you want a little more unusual military grade Mossy, try and find a 590A1.
The model numbers for them all start with 51xxx, not 50xxx. Here is the one I have.
February 16th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
Yeah, it looks authentic and the mossberg is one of the best if not the best shotguns available. Mossbergs are used by law enforcement, government agencies, and military. It passed the military trials and will make an excellent home defense gun. It is probably the best home defense shotgun available. Make sure you practice so that you don’t short stroke.