Mossberg 500A 12 Gauge Pump-Action Cruiser, 18.5 in Barrel, 5+1, Blued, Custom Heat Shield and Vertical Forend
This Mossberg Model 500A is a 12 Gauge, pump-action, Cruiser-style configuration with a black synthetic pistol grip, an 18.5 in barrel, and a 5+1 tubular magazine. It is marked on the receiver as Mossberg – Made in U.S.A. – North Haven, Conn. – 500A 12 GA, and features a black-anodized aluminum-alloy receiver with steel barrel and magazine tube. Notable custom touches include a perforated metal barrel heat shield, an aftermarket vertical-grip forend, and a barrel/magazine clamp.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Specific Condition Notes: Visible rust in spots, finish wear, scattered scratches, and small dents and scuffs are present on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Mossberg Model 500A 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun (Cruiser-style) with 18.5 in barrel
- Installed perforated metal barrel heat shield
- Installed aftermarket vertical-grip forend
- Installed barrel/magazine clamp
The Model 500A action is the classic Mossberg pump with right-side ejection and a tang-mounted manual safety that is ambidextrous. This example retains the front bead sight only and an anti-glare serrated strip along the top of the receiver for a clean sighting plane.
Its compact 18.5 in steel barrel, blued finish, and black synthetic pistol-grip-only Cruiser configuration give it a straightforward, maneuverable setup. The tubular magazine offers a 5+1 capacity in 12 Gauge.
Factory receiver markings note Mossberg manufacture in North Haven, Connecticut, U.S.A. The receiver is aluminum alloy for durability with reduced weight, paired with a steel barrel and magazine tube.
Custom hardware sets this shotgun apart: a perforated metal barrel heat shield, an aftermarket vertical-grip forend, and a barrel/magazine clamp are installed, giving this 500A a distinctive, purpose-built configuration.