Description
To date, the Mossberg 500 is still the only pump-action shotgun to be declared Mil-Spec by passing the U.S. Army’s Mil-Spec 344E test. This test included firing 3,000 rounds of 12-gauge buckshot in tough conditions to make sure it would function on the battlefield.
Why would that matter to the average shooter? In a word: reliability. Whether you’re hunting or using it for home defense, you want it to fire when you pull the trigger regardless of the conditions. The Mossberg 500 is a proven design, and you can count on it to work when you need it most.
Why is the Mossberg 500 such a great gun? They’re easy-to-use, no-frills, affordable shotguns with models that appeal to everyone from waterfowlers and clay shooters to the military and law enforcement.
They’ve been in production for over 60 years and have adapted to suit many different needs. They are particularly popular with those who prefer a battle-proven shotgun that has over 10 million produced and a long track record of success.
Home Defense: As a firearms instructor, I’ve spoken a lot about shotguns and why they’re great for self-defense. The Mossberg 500 is a natural in that arena. Pump-action shotguns like the 500 are easy to use, offer a larger capacity than traditional double-barrel shotguns, and can provide better reliability than a semi-auto. Mossberg 500s are also available in several12 gauge. The 12 ga chambering has self-defense loads.
