sleeper
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Post by sleeper on May 15, 2008 20:56:06 GMT -6
I just purchased, well traded some ammo for a mossberg 590 and was wondering what is the difference between a mossberg 590 and a 500....
thanks
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Sleeper
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Post by Chaindriven on May 16, 2008 15:20:58 GMT -6
Specialist Sleeper, The 590 & 500 have the same receiver. The 590 has a different barrel as they are not interchangeable. Only the early 590 models have metal trigger guard and safety. The Mossberg 590 Mariner model has Marine-cote finish and 8+1 capacity. The Parkerized models have a finish that is matte gray. Its benefit is that it is a good bit more durable than a blued finish. The 590's also have a difference end of the magazine tube and improved sling swivels. That’s’ the differences that I am aware of.
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Post by sleeper on May 16, 2008 15:32:14 GMT -6
Sir,
Thanks for the info..and I did notice that my blued 590 shows it's scraps and dings a lot more then one that is parkerized (spelling), as I have a parkerized FN FAL....
God Bless and God Bless America and our Troops and Patriots
Sleeper
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Post by Tracey Smith on May 18, 2008 12:14:26 GMT -6
And what is the difference between the 500 and Maveric 88?
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Post by Chaindriven on May 19, 2008 19:24:45 GMT -6
Your welcome Specialist Sleeper.
1st LT Smith,
Maverick was built under ownership of Mossberg. The 88 have many parts that are interchangeable with the 500. The Maverick has ejector rods that are cast into a synthetic forearm. Also the safety’s location is different. Typically, the 500's action is smoother.
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Post by sleeper on May 24, 2008 22:21:14 GMT -6
Well bought the 590 with extension for it....love it...nothing like the racking of a round into it's chamber to effectively bring those within it's sound range to almost immediately stop.....
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Post by Chaindriven on May 25, 2008 13:03:36 GMT -6
Congratulations on the 590. The magazine extension is a wise accessory.
Many confrontations have ended with just that very distinctive sound and never a trigger pulled.
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