I recently purchased a mossberg 500 from a co-worker. It came with two barrels: a 24" field barrel (modified), and the 18 1/2" security barrel (Synthetic Stock). I payed next to nothing for this firearm ($80). It's in very good condition. I figure I probably got a pretty good deal on this one, but have never owned a Mossberg before of any kind and was wondering what the appoximate value should be.
I recently purchased a mossberg 500 from a co-worker. It came with two barrels: a 24" field barrel (modified), and the 18 1/2" security barrel (Synthetic Stock). I payed next to nothing for this firearm ($80). It's in very good condition. I figure I probably got a pretty good deal on this one, but have never owned a Mossberg before of any kind and was wondering what the appoximate value should be.
You have a well proven firearm. I would give it a thorough cleaning
removing all existing grease, dust, etc. then a good lubrication with a light weight oil such as 3 in 1.
If you take care of this firearm it should give a lifetime of service.
Good point JimKim. I saw that muzzleloader conversion barrel on the website today. I wasn't aware that there was anything like that on the market as far as shotgun barrels are concerned. Any of you have one? If so, how well does it work?
The Mossberg 500, 12 ga. with full choke, was my first shotgun... I enjoyed using it for hunting ducks, geese, grouse, and pheasant. It had the ability to reach out and knock down birds when others just stood and watched their birds get away. I paid about $100 for it, through an LEO friend that got it at his discounted price, and that was nearly 30 years ago. Sounds like you got a good deal; especially with two barrels and in very good condition. Congratulations...and enjoy. I would have made the same purchase without hesitation.
Last edited by LiveToShoot; 05-27-2008 at 07:49 AM.
I bought a muzzle loader barrel myself for mine and have yet to shoot it. Concerned about what's best powder and ammo. Any recommendations? New to hunting,(5 years), and need some good advice. Love my Mossberg 500 for Deer and Turkey and thoroughly pleased. Inexpensive and kills game just as good as anything else.
Quoted fom another site. Posted by a hunter from Ohio.
"270 gr. Maxi-ball over 90 gr. Pyrodex RS. I get good 50yd open sight accuracy of about 2inches."
This should get you on the paper. Just keep in mind the only way to get a really good load is to find one your rifle likes.
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I recently purchased a mossberg 500 ... I payed next to nothing for this firearm ($80). It's in very good condition. I figure I probably got a pretty good deal on this one...
In the words of Howie Mandell: "You made a <i><b>VERY</b></i> good deal!" Other posters have given you good info about it's monetary value.
Personally, I've owned and <u>enjoyed</u> using a similar Moss'y 500 for over 25 years without a major malfunction. For an inexpensive rattle-trap, it has been reliable over the years, and put much game on my table. Last year I bought a mod. 500 20 ga. youth gun for my son, we will be upgrading his stock soon. The boy just got taller than me, this year. It must be the BGH in the milk--yeah, that's it, it's the BGH...
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The Receiver Mounts do not hold tight after a very short time. You would be better off to either have the receiver tapped which cost around $40 to $60 or buy a new Cantiliver barrel. As per the value of the shotgun in this thread $8o is about the value with the one barrel but with two barrels it is worth about $120 in our shop.
