Mossberg 500 Cruiser 12 Gauge Pump-Action, Factory Heat Shield, Pistol Grip, Parkerized/Anodized Finish
This Mossberg 500 Cruiser stands out with its factory heat-shielded, plain barrel, ambidextrous top-tang safety, and pistol-grip-only configuration. Built in the United States and identified as SKU 50588, it features a drilled-and-tapped receiver with four plug screws and a brass bead front sight. Offered in excellent condition with a clean, mirror-bright bore, it is a clean example of the versatile 12-gauge Cruiser setup.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: This shotgun shows minimal evidence of prior use, and the bore is bright and reflective.
What's Included
- Mossberg factory cardboard box with matching serial-number label (SKU 50588)
The 500 Cruiser configuration delivers a compact, maneuverable 12-gauge platform with pistol-grip-only furniture and a synthetic ribbed fore-end for positive control. The steel components (barrel, magazine tube, and heat shield) wear a phosphate/parkerized finish, and the receiver has a matte black anodized finish, offering a low-glare exterior suited to practical use.
The plain, non-vent-rib barrel is topped with a factory heat shield, a defining feature of this configuration. A brass bead front sight provides a simple, durable aiming reference.
Controls are straightforward and familiar to Mossberg users, including the ambidextrous top-tang safety with a red indicator. The receiver top is drilled and tapped and comes fitted with four plug screws from the factory.
Receiver markings include "Mossberg — Made in U.S.A. — North Haven, Conn. — 500A 12 GA." The shotgun is identified by manufacturer part number 50588, corresponding to the Cruiser series setup with its heat shield and pistol-grip furniture.