I’m buying a Mossberg 500 pump shotgun. It will have a 20" barrel and the 8 shot tube, can handle 3" shells. It will be purely for home defense. Hopefully it will be used 1) never, 2) by me, 3) last resort by my wife. For use # 3, I want to be sure that a target in the "general direction" of a threat will be hit. #3 is why I’m moving from my favored Colt .45. I don’t give a #$@& about rebuilding the house … if it’s necessary to kill an intruder, carpentry and dry wall are a small price to pay if the gun gives us the winning hand. Any thoughts on a good load? I used to alternate a slug and bird shot in 3" Magnum form in my Remington 870 when in the home defense mode. That was arrived at by my gut feeling … never any experience, fortunately. Others probably have a more scientific viewpoint. Love to hear it.
Thanks,
Rich
Thanks for the answers guys – good info. I appreciate the comment about a "general direction" aim not being a good concept for even a shot gun. One likely shot is from an upstairs landing through an open foyer to an entrance … 20 ft. or so. Sure you have to aim, but the odds of a 2 or 3 inch group sure beats the footprint of a .45 ACP, under stress and low light. I think I’m leaning toward 2 3/4 with buckshot. Thoughts on locking mount systems? There’s another recent thread on the topic, but how about a 12v police cruiser lock (lots for sale on eBay) with a cipher pad and a combo you know by tactile feel? I’m more concerned about child safety than theft – If a guy had the time to crow bar it off the studs, it’s his … I just want family safety.
i got my mossberg 12 gauge in october of 2010, it came with a small scope and was about 400 buck, sorry i dont have name right now and i couldnt find on the mossberg website.
i would just like to no if anyone would no if it should fit or not.
THANKS
i am going to be going hunting soon….. i need the right shotgun for me… i was just wondering if anyone knew where i can find a 12 or 16 gauge shotgun at…..please give me answers other than eBay or some online store…. if u know a close by gunshop or retail store(kmart,target) let me know what it is called and where it is located….i live near Shaler so somewhere near here would be nice….thanks
Im looking for a shotgun pump for my Mossberg 500 12 gauge. I’ve seen two models, an older one, and a SureFire one. Im looking for either one for under 100 bucks. i tried ebay and i couldnt find anything, and im not willing to pay almost 300 from surefire.
i have a 1970 benelli motorella and the clutch is burnt up to the metal so i need new clutch pads where could i find them
ive checked ebay its a 40 year old motorcycle and ive been told they are rare
hey guys a bought a airsoft shotgun on ebay its called a as55 im wondering do airsoft shotguns shoot more than one bb’s? if it doesnt im returning it lol
i alrdy have an aeg mp5
Well, here’s the deal. I was misinformed by a few people, and ended up buying the Mossberg 88/Maverick 88 from Academy, and am now stuck with it since gun sales are final. So, I’m contemplating pawning it in order to get a Mossberg 500 or a Rem 870. I’ve heard they are only a few more bucks(max 100) than the new 88 I purchased for 0.
What will pawn shops offer me for the shotgun? I’ve never pawned anything but I have a feeling theyre going to want to give me for it. Anyone have any idea what they might offer considering its brand new, with all the original paperwork and box?
Also, where and how much (provide websites if you can) are shorter tactical Mossberg 500′s and Rem 870′s. I haven’t seen any Rem 870′s that had an 18in barrell.
Thanks fellas… let me know.
I figured as much Doc, I’m advertising it on craigs and soon to be on ebay right now. We’ll see. How much should I sell it for? Got a shoulder saver, lube, and 2 boxes of shells. I’m advertising for 0 right now.
Look at my other post and you’ll realize why I am looking for a 500 now.
I’m basically dissapointed because of what I’ve heard. If I went and shot this gun I couldn’t tell if it was a piece of crap or if it was a great gun. I don’t know guns, but I figure if I’m spending this kind of money I might as well throw out another and get something people say is much better made, like the Mossberg 500. I just didn’t know it was that close in price, if I knew, I wouldn’t have bought the 88. I just have this fear of a year or so from now I take the gun out to the woods, shoot it a few times and it screws up and is basically garbage. Everyone says 500′s have ALOT more durability than the 88′s, and I believe them. I’ve heard alot about the military using 500′s, and if theyre that good, and I can afford it or an 88, I’ll go with the 500.
Yeah I realized ebay won’t let me sell them (technically). But it is listed on craigs, and I’ve gotten two emails, so we’ll see how it goes. By the way I didn’t say it WAS on ebay, I said I was about to put it on ebay.
I’m looking for a SPAS 12 Airsoft shotgun complete with the folding stock for a reasonable price. I’m planning on using it as part of a Halloween costume later this year. I’ve searched eBay and a few other sites, but everything is out of stock. Please, if you have any information, let me know.
EDIT: The particular make I’m looking for is with the folding stock similar to the ones seen in Jurassic Park, Terminator, and Aliens.
hey guys a bought a airsoft shotgun on ebay its called a as55 im wondering do airsoft shotguns shoot more than one bb’s? if it doesnt im returning it lol
I play as a tactical member of my team. I have an M58A pump action shotgun. It is listed as a swat gun 400 fps on ebay. Please look it up for me. I am just a beginner. I was also looking for a nice electric gun around 400 fps. Any sugestions?
Would you say that this is a good gun? Is there any other gun that would be better?
Where can i get the Airsoft Remmington Tac 1 Shotgun for a real low price. (That means under 40$) I’ve checked Walmart, Amazon, Ebay, and Craigslist, so don’t suggest those unless it’s under 40$, put the link here please. You guys are the best, I need this gun before spring.
I have already checked Ebay and several other websites for these items but have not been very successful in my search. I know these items may seem a litle strange but I’m trying to build a tactical shotgun in a 410 gauge. I’ve already built one in a 12 gauge version and would like to do the same for the 410 if I can find the parts. Thanks for any help in advance.
it is a mossberg 500 and it is a pump…an 18 inch barrel is the minimum legal limit in North Carolina.
I have heard gun shows are good but they won’t get me nearly what the Mortimer is worth. Anybody ever sold guns on gun broker.com? How long does it take to sell them there and is it pretty similar to eBay? I appreciate all the help, Thanks again.
I’m a filmmaker in Toronto and my Apex shotgun mic is busted and I need to purchase a new shotgun mic, but when I called around to one of the stores here, their new mics and even their used ones were pretty expensive. I have around 0 (Can.) to spend give or take. Any suggestions? I’ve already looked at Ebay.
to learn about the pro's and con's of each as well as the biggest mistake all the "heavy artillery" guys make when choosing "terminator ammo"!
(Hint: It has nothing to do with "stopping power" but it's nearly as important to your family that you get this right! Not doing so could cost you a lifetime of grieving that no law-abiding family should suffer...EVER!)Read More...
