Mossberg Model 500AB 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun, 28-Inch Barrel, 5+1 Capacity
This early-production Mossberg 500AB pairs the proven dual-action-bar design with a 28-inch plain barrel and a fixed Modified (IC) choke. Chambered for both 2 3/4-inch and 3-inch shells, it offers the broad load versatility that has kept the Model 500 family the highest-produced pump shotgun line in the world. Hardwood furniture with cut checkering, a tang safety, and a lightweight aluminum-alloy receiver round out a workhorse package made in the United States during the 1970s.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling. Extensive scratches are present on the left side of the receiver and buttstock, with noticeable scratches and dents throughout the fore-end.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
What’s Included
- Mossberg Model 500AB 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
The 28-inch carbon-steel barrel wears a polished blued finish and is fitted with a fixed Modified (IC) choke, giving balanced patterns for field or clay work without the need for interchangeable tubes.
An aluminum-alloy receiver keeps weight down while maintaining durability. The black anodized finish contrasts with the gloss hardwood stock and slide-handle, both featuring factory diamond checkering for a positive grasp even when wet.
The shotgun uses the Mossberg dual-action-bar system for smooth cycling and long-term reliability. A 5+1 tubular magazine provides solid capacity, and the tang-mounted safety is instantly accessible for both right- and left-handed shooters.
Because this is a standard 500A pattern, the barrel can be swapped with other 12-gauge Mossberg 500A barrels, allowing easy configuration changes for different shooting roles.