Mossberg 590A1 Accessories

[The Unknown User]

I have a Mossberg 590A1 and I'm looking into adding on to it. I'm primarily looking into getting a side saddle and a sling. I also like the idea of getting a flashlight, too, but I'm not totally sold on the idea of having a "shoot here" beacon on my shotgun. Then again, if I can't see my target I can't shoot it.

1. Any suggestions on side saddles? I've been looking at Mesa Tactical's and TacStar's side saddles.

2. I like the idea behind Magpul's M2S sling. However, I'm not sure what other hardware I need to mount this to my 590A1.

3. If I do decide to go with a light, how should I mount it?

Any other suggestions? I'm just looking for general feedback and advice.

 

[Turn Key]

I wish that I had not trade my 590A1.

My thoughts, which you may not like...

First, if the shotgun is a home defense gun, Skip the Sling. It will only slow you down and a sling will only give you something else to worry about and get tangled up in.

Second, Skip the side saddle. If 8-9 rounds out of a Mossy don't do it, keep a couple bags of shells in your home/car for easy access. The side saddle will just weight your gun down and it to is something you can get tangled up on.

OK, now you don't like me and what I am saying is not "Tac-Cool". Correct, but what I am saying may save your family's life and allow you to defend them in a real gun fight.

On the light, I am all for them, but if you do get one train with it. When you grab the shotgun incorrectly the tac-light may flash on and give your position away to an intruder ( just like raking the shotgun will do too ). Streamlight and others make good fore grip mounts and you should be able to find a You Tube to help you understand how to mount one.

Se Safe bro,

TK in Indy

 

[The Unknown User]

Well, all I was looking for were some thoughts from others.

 

[Mags]

Mesa tactical makes nice side saddles. Surefire makes a real nice light integrated into a forend.

 

[minutemen1776]

I have a 590A1 myself. I've outfitted it with a sling, but I use detachable swivels and don't keep the sling attached when the shotgun is in the house. The sling is only an option for field/range use. Inside, I tend to agree that a sling just gets in the way.

I also like weapon-mounted lights. My favorite is a simple TLR-1 with a barrel-mounted rail. To me, these are very simple to use and are versatile to boot. One light can be exchanged amongst many different weapons.

I used to like Side Saddles, but no longer. To me, the weight they add makes a fast-handling gun too unwieldy. I prefer a good belt that will hold extra rounds. Beretta makes a really good one that's marketed toward trap/skeet shooters. It keeps 25 rounds at the ready without impeding your shotgun's handiness.

 

[mr.scott]

I do not like side saddles.
My 590 came with a Speedfeed stock, so I could carry +4 in the stock and have no extra bulk on the gun.

 

[Sheepdog1968]

I've had both the Mesa and TacStar side saddle. The Mesa all metal one is a much nicer piece but at a steeper cost. The only other one I would consider would be the VanComp side saddle as it doesn't require any nut and bolt swapping and you can quickly take it off and add another freshly loaded one.

I just went with a simple two point US GI sling. I tried many other slings and gave up on them all.

IMO, SureFire makes the best flashlight that is built into the pump. Expensive but nice.

 

[The Unknown User]

So the shotgun came with those little stud things that you screw in. I need swivels before I can mount a sling, right?

 

[The Unknown User]

Bump.

 

[Mags]

You need studs. Most slings nowadays come on swivels already.

 

[fatcat4620]

Does it have a heat shield?

 

[The Unknown User]

No, it doesn't. A1 models have a heavy walled barrel, making it impossible to use a heat shield. If it has a heat shield, at best it's a 590.

 

[guide1]

1. I think you'll be pleased with either of those sidesaddles in an HD application. However, as mentioned before, they may tend to be a bit unwieldy and unnecessary on an 8-round shotgun.

2. I chose the EZ Sling by IDB for my 590SP and have been very satisfied. YMMV on this one. The EZ sling it allows better retention without getting in the way (if I bang an elbow coming around a corner the gun stays in front of me at the ready instead of ending up on the floor. Also, if someone tries to take the weapon away, there's virtually no way they can successfully do so). The design allows me to "draw" or "holster" the weapon when needed without any complicated maneuvers and it does not require sling studs or swivels to mount.

3. Another vote for the Streamlight TLR-1 with mag tube mount (also by Streamlight). I have used one of these on several occasions and find little to be desired. Big advantage over the Surefire system (besides being less than half the price) is that you can switch it between weapons in a matter of seconds. Versatility.

 

[Mainsail]

The sidesaddle is less about extra shells and more about 'other' shells. You can be loaded with buck and keep a few slugs on the gun for manual loading if you want. I have one in a box somewhere- I didn't like it. I think it has to be removed to field strip the gun, which requires you to remove and reinstall a steel screw on the aluminum receiver. It seemed like a recipe for a stripped thread.

It is possible to install the heat shield on a 590A1, but it's not easy. There's some company that will do it for you.

The best accessory for the 590A1 is the Knoxx stock.

 

[braxton14]

+100 on the Knoxx stock! With my experience, slings aren't necessary for home as previously stated.
And While I'm at it, here's my fun gun (Mossy 500):
http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x288/Stehson/IMG_0089.jpg

 

[fatcat4620]

Rob I thought did not have a heat shield because with the big front sight it would be impossible to remove. I had to take the little brass bead off to remove the heat shield on my 590. This won't help the OP but I replaced the two screws that bolt the front of the shield on with longer ones and with some box steel and an extra piece of rail to fab up a light rail you do not have to remove to break the gun down

 

[The Unknown User]

Hm, that may be so. I was just told that because of the barrel on the A1s, installing a heat shield isn't realistic.

 

[Caliper_Mi]

My accessories for a 590A1 would be:

Knoxx stock

Light

Bayonet.

 

[TechBrute]

Skip the bayonet, have the lug machined off, add the Surefire forend.

Consider a good sling. A long gun with no sling is like a pistol with no holster. It will also aid in weapon retention as a home defense situation may involve very close proximity to your threat.

I use a Specter Gear sling on my 590a1. The front mount is a side mount plate, and the rear mount is a buttcuff arrangment, also with the sling on the slide. If you are right handed, the sling is mounted on the left side of the gun, and you can carry shells on the right side of the stock. This keeps the weight located rearward negating the handling concerns.

If you have time to suit up with a belt or some other gear that holds extra ammo off the gun, you certainly have time to swing the sling over your body. The one shotgun class I took started with a lecture about how important the sling is.

Personally, I think there is a huge advantage to keeping extra ammo ON a home defense gun, and not having to locate it/pick it up/carry it separately.