Mossberg 500 Retrograde Field 12 Gauge Pump-Action Shotgun | 28" Vent-Rib Barrel, Walnut Furniture
The Mossberg 500 Retrograde Field combines the proven reliability of the original 500 with 1960s-era walnut furniture and modern utility upgrades. Its vent-rib, interchangeable-choke 28-inch barrel handles both 2 ¾- and 3-inch shells, while a drilled-and-tapped receiver and ambidextrous tang safety add practical versatility. Collectors and field shooters alike will appreciate this U.S.-made pump’s classic look paired with today’s performance features.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Light scratching, scuffing, and minor blemishes are present on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Mossberg 500 Retrograde Field 12 Gauge shotgun
- Mossberg Accu-Choke tubes in factory plastic bag
- Mossberg yellow cable lock
- Mossberg 500 owner’s manual
This Retrograde variant recreates the early look of Mossberg field guns with straight-grained walnut stock, ribbed walnut forend, and a subtle ventilated recoil pad. The blued barrel and matte-black anodized receiver offer corrosion resistance without distracting from the vintage aesthetic.
The 28-inch vent-rib barrel ships with interchangeable Accu-Choke tubes, giving the shooter flexibility for clay, upland, or waterfowl duties. Dual action bars and an anti-jam elevator keep the pump stroke smooth and reliable under hard use.
The receiver is drilled and tapped, allowing easy installation of optics or a rail without gunsmithing. Standard Mossberg 500 accessory barrels fit the gun, so users can swap to shorter defensive barrels or slug barrels as needed.
An ambidextrous, top-mounted tang safety and generous ribbed forend provide intuitive control for both right- and left-handed shooters. The 4 + 1 magazine capacity, 14-inch length of pull, and dual-bead sighting system round out a shotgun designed for comfortable, repeatable hits in the field.