I was thinking about buying a Mossberg 500 Persuader or Mossberg Maverick 88 in 12 gauge. Is there a big weight difference between the 18 1/2 inch and 20 inch versions? Am I even gonna notice it? I’ve never gotten to hold them side by side.
It’ll probably be used for both home defense and at the range.
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November 20th, 2009 at 9:26 am
Both 18 1/2 and 20′ are good for home it will not make much a difference . But i would not buy a mossburg if I were you I would get a REMINGTON 870 . If price is a problem I would buy used a uesd REMINGTON is better then a new mossberg.
November 20th, 2009 at 9:26 am
* No you will not notice it.*
November 20th, 2009 at 9:26 am
You won’t notice any difference in weight; however, if the shotgun is to be used in home self defense, every inch counts when in hallways and going around corners.
Get the 18.5," you’ll sleep better at night
November 20th, 2009 at 9:26 am
I happen to own both….. Both have there positive points….. There is a small weight difference between the 2… But when both magazine tubes are loaded the 20 inch 8 shot model is noticeably heavier…. That can be a good thing because the perceived recoil is less….
If this will be a home defense gun then surely get the 18 1/2 inch barrel… It is easier to maneuver around the house or other confined spaces with a shorter barrel 6 shot model….
Moving on…. What is the main purpose or you wanting a shotgun? — Home defense only? – target shooting at the gun range? – or a little of both… If this shotgun will rarely leave the house then get the shorter barrel one…. If you plan on shooting a lot then get the longer barrel 20 inch model…. Its got a more accurate reach…. With practice you will have no problem hitting targets to 80 yards… I use 12 inch steel gongs and make em ring…..
I have a lot of fun with the longer 8 shot unit than I do with the short barrel one… The shorter 6 shot hangs concealed behind a bedroom door for defense duty so doesn’t leave the house much except for occasional shooting….
I prefer the Persuader models more because the safety is on top… Unlike the Maverick 88′s which are down near the trigger… Less fumbling around this way….
My favorite…. I have a lot of fun with this unit…
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/50577.jpg
My second favorite…. Doesnt leave the house as much….
http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/50411.jpg
A good choice if your on a budget…..
http://www.maverickarms.com/pages/88security.htm
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November 20th, 2009 at 9:26 am
The barrel length itself won’t make much difference in weight, but a fully loaded 8-shot is noticeably heavier than a 6-shot – that is, until those two extra shots are fired off. At that point, its very reassuring to still have 6 more to go. Practise maneuvering the gun in tight quarters, keeping it close to the body, and the extra 1 1/2" of barrel won’t be a problem.