#MOSSBERG 500 SERIAL NUMBER HISTORY SERIAL NUMBERS#
#MOSSBERG 500 SERIAL NUMBER HISTORY SERIES#

Since they were cheaper they tended to be 'coat closet guns'. A lot of those old Mossbergs are actually fairly low-use guns. No reason not to buy a plain barrel though. So far as we can tell, this is the first manufactured Mossberg 500/590/590A1 quad rail produced. Ribbed seems to be less common than plain, and IMO looks a bit better. Rifle and Accessories NOT INCLUDED and are for demonstration purposes of rail functionality and look. Does the barrel have a vent rib? I've seen that choke on ribbed and plain barrels. The serial number on the Mossberg 500 is on the left side of the receiver. Post subject: Mossberg 500-B Serial Number Location. I own many pre 68 Mossbergs with no serial numbers.

#MOSSBERG 500 SERIAL NUMBER HISTORY SERIAL NUMBERS#

Serial numbers werent required until 1968. An old, decent, cheaply bought gun is great for that, especially if you have a purpose beyond that in mind(don't just buy it because a friend might want to use it). The Mossberg 500 went into production in 1962. I tell them get their hunting license, come with me and borrow my shotgun while hunting with me until they decide whether they like it. MOSSBERG Models Years manufactured and years discontinued. The Mossberg 500 went into production in 1962. At the right price I'd buy it for a beater or loaner-I've had paople wanting to learn to hunt but had no gun. Remington, Browning and Mossberg, three of the worlds largest shotgun manufacturers, provide online tools that will let you use your serial number to find out more details about your weapon. In-game Information The Mossberg 500 s high damage per pellet is a great role in damaging enemies at long range, and just like the Pump Shotgun, the Mossberg 500 also has a 1-by-1 reload, meaning players can shoot while reloading.

#MOSSBERG 500 SERIAL NUMBER HISTORY SERIES#

If you haven't bought it yet just check things that you would check on a more recent gun, but look a little closer(for things like rust or obvious excessive wear). Model numbers included in the 500 series are the 500, 505, 510, 535, and 590. Nice option but it must not have been all that popular, all the C-Lect choke Mossbergs I see are 40+ years old. Celebrate the proud history of Mossberg by purchasing your commemorative Mossberg 500 Centennial shotgun today. Not as common on a 500, but not rare enough to make the gun bring a higher price either. I had a Mossberg 395 that had the same choke. It does have a C-Lect-Choke on the barrel. Asking to try a used barrel doesn't risk scratching a new, never installed one. You'll have better luck with this request if you make it clear that you plan to buy another barrel from that shop and want to make sure it will fit. I think current barrels will still fit, ask a gunshop if they have a used, current style 20 gauge 500 you can try to swap barrels with. This is one of the military type of shotguns, 8 round magazine, fitted with bayonet lug, swivels and the heavy military or police wood. This piece shows a 20' barrel cyl bore, 3' 12 ga. If the 'polychoke' is original, it should say C-Lect-Choke on the side of the barrel, where the rest of the info is. This item is one of the scarcer Mossberg shot guns. The barrel should be marked as to what choke system was installed at the factory.

Mossberg 500 Serial Number History