Mossberg 590 Accessories

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I recently acquired a Mossberg 590 Special Purpose (item number 50663].
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I have been hoping to add the Mossberg factory heatshield on it but am unsure if it will fit. Can anyone help me? Thanks.
 
You would have to remove the front sight to install it, reweld the front sight than refinish the barrel, not worth it IMO. Still a great shotgun though.

FFMEdic
 
Thanks for the timely response.

I see - that does seem like it's more trouble than it's worth. I guess I'll have to make do without one.

On a different tangent, I've been looking at the Specter Gear Mossberg 590 stock-mounted shell holder (6-shell capacity). I wonder if that's a good choice.
 
No problem. I have not used a Specter Gear shell holder but I have used the Specter Gear CQB slings and stock magazine pouches for AR-15s and they are all top notch quality. Another option is a side saddle from Tac-Star or Mesa, they cost about the same (the Tac-Star does anyways) and keep the stock "clean" for a comfy cheek weld. They are very easy to install if you have not looked into them. Can't go wrong either way though.

FFMedic
 
what's the primary use for the gun? If it's an HD gun honestly I'd try to remove the ghost rings and sell them or trade your barrel for one with a bead. Then you could add the heatshield no sweat. It's not the end of the world if you can't offload them, I just feel Ghost Rings are better for slugs and ranged shooting...something that'll probably not come into play and could get you into a trouble in an HD scenario. They're fine up close but I definitely prefer the bead for buckshot applications. I'd honestly call around and get gunsmith quotes on how much it'd be to have the Heat Shield put on. It may be cheaper than you think, maybe not. Give it a try.

If you are ready to take the shellholder plunge, I can personally vouch for the Tacstar. It's a great product in my experiences on the Remingtons, Winchesters and Mossbergs I've had them installed on. The use of blue loctite on the knut and screws helps as well. If you do install one, do yourself a favor and definitely save the original ejector screw and trigger housing pin. If you want a neoprene buttcuff shellholder for the stock, make sure you put it opposite the inside of your shoulder.. Right handed, right side of buttstock, left handed-left side. I used to slip the buttcuff over the stocks of the 590s and solder through it just enough to expose the sling stud in the stock. Be careful and take your time and it can look pretty clean.
 
Leave the sights in place, they're fine. Forget the heat shield, learn to load the gun at the shoulder so you don't have to touch a hot barrel. Put a sling/carrying strap on the gun (you already have studs). Put a QD weaponlight on the gun (TLR1s are on sale now for about $70, the Streamlight mag tube rail is less than $20). Take a look at a plain old TacStar sidesaddle for about $30. If the stock that's on the gun now doesn't fit you, get it altered or replaced to fit. Add a premium recoil pad- LimbSaver, KickEez, etc. Buy a bunch of ammo and shoot a whole lot, practicing good safety habits and learning to load the gun on the fly. Get yourself a good shotgun class as soon as you can. Keep practicing what you learn in class.

That ought to about do it...

lpl
 
Good advice from Lee. I have and love a very similar shotgun, though I believe you have the 20" barrel version.

The only change I made to mine was a shorter LOP stock. I made a running head shot through brush on a close doe with a Remington Reduced Recoil slug, and don't even remember seeing the sights, so I'm pretty sure they won't slow you down, with a bit of practice. ;) It's also true, that at extremely close range, you just swing the barrel up until the front sight (which in this case is a nice, large high-vis) covers the target, and squeeze. Too easy.

John
 
Nice shotgun; darn near perfect the way it is. The only thing I'd do right now is get a sling (that shotgun gets heavy) and buy some ammo. After you take it to the range and shoot, you'll have a better idea of what you want to add-if anything.
 
You can easily put a heat shield on it by simply spreading the crimped front and back areas of the shield to fit over the barrel and then gently recrimping them once you have it past the sight and the rear barrel attach point. It's no biggy. No need to remove the sight. If you're careful, you won't even scratch it.

rich
 
Just make sure your length of pull is good, first. Make sure you're in "the pocket", not being forced to angle your body more and support the stock with your bicep.

Years ago, I shot several other folks' shotguns, putting about 100 full-power rounds downrange in maybe half an hour. The next day, my right bicep looked like Popeye's. :eek: I have an Outer's Cadet shorter LOP stock on my 500. Fits and (therefore) works great.

John
 
I would skip the heatshield. I have this very gun (but with bead front sight) and I have had a heck of a time getting the heatshield on/off (for cleaning purposes) without scratching the barrel. The heatshield may look cool, but its not worth the effort unless its already on there, IMHO. Even then, it seems to require more maintenance than what its worth.

Personally, I took my heatshield barrel off and stored it, replaced it with a heavy-walled A1 barrel, and then added a metal safety button and metal trigger assembly. There is all sorts of stuff you can do to this gun!
 
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It looks like the popular opinion is to skip the heat shield. I am settled on a Specter Gear stock-mounted shell holder. I am also looking for a sling, preferably three-point. What sort of slings do you guys recommend? I have the factory sling mounts, as pictured in the first post. Thanks a bunch.
 
DON'T skip the heatshield if you do rollover reloads like I do. You gotta go with what works with you, nothing more and nothing less. I'm going to the extra trouble of fitting a heatshield on my 590a1 because I have a practical use for one and it enhances how I use and operate the shotgun - NOT just because it looks cool.
 
I have been practicing loading the shotgun at the shoulder and am now comfortable with it. As for the sling, I would like one for outdoor shooting sessions - I can simply remove it when the weapon is kept in a home-defense capacity.
 
I'm considering two options for the near future (as soon as funds allow): a Surefire G2 mounted under the magazine via a clamp with a pressure-switch tail cap or a dedicated Surefire lighted foregrip.
 
I am in the camp that says shotguns do not need sidesaddles. When ever you pick up the gun pick up the shells. In home defense you probably will not have a need for more than that pipe holds and if you hunt try explaining all those shells to a Ranger? :p
 
DAVIDSDIVAD said:

A sling for HD?

I would refrain.


EDIT: all the What ifs outweigh any perceived benefits for me

I prefer to have the ability to use both my hands without setting the weapon down. The benefits outweight the perceived "what ifs" for me?
 
Well, the upside is that if you have two shotguns and three slings, you can tie the pumps to your belt, and with well timed hip thrusts, you can OPERATE both shotguns at once!
 
To be honest, the first thing I would think about concerning this gun would be to:

a. replace the factory spring with a Wolff "generic" spring (cut and fit by you)
b. replace the factory follower (I have the Vang Comp stainless)
c. replace the factory plastic safety button with a metal version (using either Mossberg (A1 style), Brownells or Vang Comp)
 
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