Mossberg 88 only loading 3 shells

[volumebikertom]

I just got a Mossberg 88 12 gauge, and when I bought it the guys at walmart told me that it could hold 6 shells. It only holds 3 shells though, and I can't figure out how to remove the plug inside of the gun to fit more shells, any help would be appreciated.

 

[foghornl]

Remove barrel as per the instruction manual, the tilt the front end downward, and shake a bit. The magazine plug should come forward enough for you to grasp and remove.

The Maverick Magazine plug is a wooden dowel, about the diameter of a standard pencil, with a couple of "o-rings" on it, to help hold it in place.

 

[volumebikertom]

Alright cool, it came right out. Thanks

 

[ArmedBear]

BTW if you take it hunting, consider getting or making a plastic plug.

Don't leave the wooden plug in the gun unless you live in a desert climate. The wood soaks up humidity and can cause rust.

 

[olyeller]

a section of a aluminum hunting arrow with some o-rings makes a good plug.