Mossberg 500 Cruiser 12 Gauge Pump-Action, 21 in Barrel, 7-Round, Matte Black/Blue with Heat Shield
This Mossberg 500 Cruiser stands out with a 21 in barrel and a 7-round extended magazine tube; the barrel protrudes approximately 0.5–1.0 in beyond the magazine cap. It features a perforated barrel heat shield, brass bead front sight, and a drilled-and-tapped receiver with four filler screws. The shotgun is in excellent condition and configured in a pistol-grip-only format with durable synthetic furniture and Mossberg's ambidextrous top-tang safety.
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: The bore shows no inclusions. There are wear and usage marks on the magazine tube from normal pump action.
What's Included
- Mossberg 500 Cruiser 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
- Installed perforated metal barrel heat shield
- Extended 7-round magazine tube with knurled cap and front sling stud
- Synthetic pistol grip and ribbed synthetic fore-end
- Receiver top drilled and tapped with four filler screws
- Brass bead front sight
The 21 in barrel pairs with an extended 7-round magazine tube; the barrel extends slightly past the magazine cap, offering a balanced, purpose-built Cruiser configuration. A brass bead front sight provides a straightforward sight picture, and the chamber accepts both 2 3/4 and 3 inch 12 gauge shells.
Construction is focused on durability and control. The steel barrel is topped with a perforated metal heat shield, while the receiver is aluminum alloy with a matte black/blue finish. The pistol-grip-only setup and ribbed synthetic fore-end deliver a firm, positive hold.
Mossberg's proven action design is on display with twin action bars, dual extractors, an anti-jam elevator, and steel-to-steel lockup. These elements work together for consistent cycling and secure lockup.
Useful details include an ambidextrous top-tang safety and a front sling stud mounted on the barrel/magazine clamp just behind the cap. The receiver top comes drilled and tapped with four filler screws, and the shotgun is made in the United States.