My New 500A Tactical (Say Hello to My Little Friend)

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I just finished my latest project... This is my completed Mossberg 500A Tactical 12 gauge. I even did the smithing to add the Mossberg Ghost Ring sights... Yea me! :)

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Here are the specs:
  • Base Mossberg 500A Cruiser Persuader 12 Gauge
  • 20 Inch Barrel Blue Finish
  • 8-Shot Capacity 12 Gauge (7+1) Up to 3” Magnum
  • Mossberg Ghost Ring Sights
  • ATI Shotforce Tactical 6-Position Pistol Grip Buttstock
  • ATI Adjustable Cheek Rest
  • TacStar Side Saddle 6-Shot Carrier
  • Of course 12 Gauge Winchester Military Issue 2 ¾” Shells
 
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This is how Mossberg Ghost Sights look from POV. I shot it yesterday and was quite happy that POA and POI were one and the same. :D

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Nice! But you forgot to mention the heat shield. I don't think that was part of the base Mossberg 500A.
 
Why would you ever build a "Tactical Shotgun"?

:banghead::banghead::banghead:

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A couple of questions from an old man that can't figure it out.

Why would anybody want to possess a "Tactical Shotgun" - it's still just a shotgun!

(Serious questions now) If you aren't a LEO what's the purpose of having such a ridiculous weapon?
A short barreled 18.5" Mossberg that only costs $250 will kill an intruder just as easily.
That is if you really have the nerve to shoot it at another human being.
Why waste the money on making a "cool" weapon when you could be buying and shooting a .40 cal pistol or something similar... or even buy and shoot off one hell of a lot of ammo thru the shotgun you started with and wasted all the money modifying.

You can only hit a target once at 25 yards consistantly. You can only get 1, maybe 2 shots off with any level of accuracy to begin with, even at 10 yards. You only have 5 rounds max if you are legal.
What ammo do you intend to shoot-- 00 Buck/Slug/00 Buck/Slug?
Good luck explaining that to the LEO's.

(Smart A$$ question now) Where are you ever going to use it?
When you are stalking around the garage late at night, looking to shoot the neighbors cat that won't stop Yowling and driving you crazy?

You probably could have bought an old AK and really had some fun restoring it for the money you put into this one.

(Really serious statement/question here) I can't figure it out. Please explain? Just because you can is a lousy excuse. That's what everybody else does.

Signed,
The old man with lots and lots of factory stock handguns that have awesome POA/POI at 50 yards with 6-14 rounds in rapid fire succession (depending on the weapons capacity) and won't hesitate a moment to use them, if necessary.
 
In response to the OP and GearChecker.

This is probably one of the best tactical shotguns ive seen posted. I dont see anything on the gun that doesnt have an obvious purpose (aside from the heat shield). Also it doesnt have any accessory that looks like its ready to fail at the most inconvenient of times in a manner that would render the weapon inoperable. Your minimalistic approach also keeps the weight down I'm assuming. Awesome gun.
 
I disagree with you gearchecker; The OP's done just fine by this mossy. The upgrades do have a purpose and you don't have to be a LEO to enjoy/appreciate them.
 
the only "upgrade" I dont see the point in is the adjustable stock.. that said, that is a nice one. I like everything else that has been done. The sights are pretty awesome.. seem like they would be very fast. I like the shell saddle and hell, I even like the heat shield. The pistol grip should make the gun faster to point and more controlled (theoretically.)

as to Gearchecker.... what are you talking about? if you had to use a shotgun to defend yourself are you going to use birdshot? what is wrong with buck, 00buck, 000buck, or a slug.... or a combination of all for that matter?

I guess we should use rock salt and flower petals instead.
 
I like the ghost sights,how hard were they to put on?
I have the cheapo version of a 500, the Mossberg Maverick 88 18.5'' 12 gauge
Loaded with 00buck.....gearchecker :p
 
gearchecker,

You may want to have your med interactions checked.

To your questions...

Why build a tactical shotgun? - I'll use the proper college answer. Why not?

Why spend the money? - Who the hell are you to tell me how to spend my money? I would never presume to tell you how to spend yours. This is one of the cornerstones of American liberty. Would you also tell me that I should not spend the extra money on one of my $2000 1911's?

Could I draw down and even use deadly force on another human being? - Hell yes! If my wife or kids are threatened, I would have no hesitation to use deadly force. I don't know the laws in North Idaho, but my state recognizes Castle Doctrine laws, which completely protect a homeowner from prosecution in home invasion cases. A homeowner does not even have a duty to attempt retreat.

Where will I use it? - At home for a primary defense weapon and the range for target practice with slugs. I waste a lot of money at the range. Just ask my wife. I don't suppose that I would use it behind the garage for yowling cats... I like cats.

Why not spend the money on ammo or refurbishing firearms? - I have plenty of ammo and replenish more often than I really need. Just ask my wife. I also work on my AK's, AR's, Mosin's, Remington's, Springfield's, S&W's, Ruger's and so on, and so on.

Serious statement - With four kids and two grandkids, I am old enough and experienced enough to be able to say that I have done this project, "Just because".

Signed,
Middle-aged dude who knows the meaning of freedom and liberty.
 
I haven't spent much time in Shotguns since I sold my 870P.

But I'm signing up for this thread because it could get interesting.

Wonder what Dave McC will say other than BA/UU/R.
 
It just looks so cool!
You are making me want another shotty!

I also want to know how hard it was to put the ghost ring sights on the gun.


Let's see, if I dedicate the ones I have now to skeet and pick up another m500...
 
You can only hit a target once at 25 yards consistantly.
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What? Who? Wha...?

You can only get 1, maybe 2 shots off with any level of accuracy to begin with, even at 10 yards.
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What? Say again? Does not compute...

You only have 5 rounds max if you are legal.
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If he's waterfowling with it...he's still 2 over! :rolleyes: Otherwise...what? Huh? Where?

What ammo do you intend to shoot-- 00 Buck/Slug/00 Buck/Slug?
Good luck explaining that to the LEO's.
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What planet are you from?

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More seriously, I do like those sights! Please post where you got them and what it took to install them!

-Sam
 
How does on maintain a firing grip and take the saftey off? Seems like the pistol grip leaves something to be desired.
 
More seriously, I do like those sights! Please post where you got them and what it took to install them!
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Mossberg sells them as an accessory. The rear bolts right on to current Mossbergs that are D&Ted from the factory. The front has to be soldered on, which involves refinishing the barrel. :(

I have the same gun but with the standard stock, which I find points better and allows easy access to the safety. I also skipped the heat shield.

The only thing I plan to add is some sort of light.
 
A couple of questions from an old man that can't figure it out.

Why would anybody want to possess a "Tactical Shotgun" - it's still just a shotgun!

(Serious questions now) If you aren't a LEO what's the purpose of having such a ridiculous weapon?
A short barreled 18.5" Mossberg that only costs $250 will kill an intruder just as easily.

That is if you really have the nerve to shoot it at another human being.
Why waste the money on making a "cool" weapon when you could be buying and shooting a .40 cal pistol or something similar... or even buy and shoot off one hell of a lot of ammo thru the shotgun you started with and wasted all the money modifying.
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I have the same basic gun. I bought it new at Big 5 for $259. The sights added $50 on sale. I have a total of less than $350 in it. Given the increased accuracy and shot capacity I consider it money very well spent.


You can only hit a target once at 25 yards consistantly. You can only get 1, maybe 2 shots off with any level of accuracy to begin with, even at 10 yards. You only have 5 rounds max if you are legal.
What ammo do you intend to shoot-- 00 Buck/Slug/00 Buck/Slug?
Good luck explaining that to the LEO's.
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Wow, what a lot of nonsense in one small paragraph. Maybe YOU can only hit a target once at 25 yards (which is about 3 times farther than any reasonable HD scenario), but I have no problem. Nor do shotguns lose accuracy after the first shot.

There is no legal max capacity for pump shotguns. Nor is 00 Buck illegal.

There's nothing wrong asking questions, but you might want to soft pedal your tone when addressing a subject you know nothing about.
 
I have a 500 persuader with the same stock pictured and have no trouble reaching the safety. All it is, is a thumb move away unless you have extremely short thumbs I guess. With the pistol grip it offers much more ease of secure tight shouldering, and wielding the weapon in any way or situation regardless. Not saying a conventional stock wouldn't do the trick just fine, but if I can make things easier, more comfortable or tactically applicable for myself even in just the smallest amount. I feel I've just put myself that much closer to being prepared for any situation necessary for the use of that scatter gun.
 
It seems that you still must let got of the pistol grip and place you hand in an unnatural position, one you couldn't shoot from. Can you take the saftey off with just using you right hand to hold the gun and still hold onto the gun? It seems that it would not be the ideal answer, for me at least. If the saftey was on the left side of the gun like the AR rifle, then the AR rifle grip might make sense. But if it is a comfortable setup for you then go right ahead and I'll shut up.
 
You can only hit a target once at 25 yards consistantly. You can only get 1, maybe 2 shots off with any level of accuracy to begin with, even at 10 yards. You only have 5 rounds max if you are legal.
What ammo do you intend to shoot-- 00 Buck/Slug/00 Buck/Slug?
Good luck explaining that to the LEO's.
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Actually Sam1911 gave the answer I would have given you gear.
 
I would agree the AR safety placement is probably the most ideal and easily accessible. But unfortunately we don't live in an ideal world. Even the safety set up on say the 1300 would be closer with the pistol grip, but then again you would have to remove your finger from the trigger well to engage and disengage it. We're talking only fractions of a second of thumb release and movement here on the 500 grip while still maintaining your grip and trigger cover not forfeiting any target aquisition or firing capability in the meantime.
 
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