I have had my mossberg 500 for about 2 years and love it. It isn't the JIC but did come with a pistol grip as well as the standard stock. I have never used the pistol grip but have to admit it does look cool. I am from the old school and I am so use to using a an 870 as well as the 500 with a standard stock as well as an extended mag. I just can't get myself to go with the pistol grip. I would start out using some light loads before putting any double OO buck or slugs through it and see if the cool factor still remains.... as others mentioned I really think a folding stock would be a good option..... just my 2 cents worth from the Big Sky Country,,,, Westy39...