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Mossberg 590 Retrograde
4.5
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$469.99
- ✓Classic styling
- ✓Reliable and durable
- ✓Wide aftermarket support
- ✗Price hike over the standard 590
Product Details
Caliber
12 Gauge
Action
Pump Action
Weight
7.25 lbs
Barrel Length
18.5in
Overall Length
39.5in
Finish
Blue
Magazine Capacity
6rd
Magazine Included
Yes
Magazine Type
Detachable
Muzzle
Compensator
Stock Material
Polymer
Features
Classic styling
Reliable and durable
Wide aftermarket support
Price hike over the standard 590
By The Numbers
Accuracy
It’s very simple and with shot based loads you won’t have any issues hitting your target.
Reliability
It’s a pump-action shotgun. Pump it, pull the trigger and it goes boom. Reliability is entirely on the end-user. Don’t short stroke it and you’ll be golden.
Customization
The Mossberg 500/590 series enjoy a massive aftermarket with a ton of options.
Ergonomics
The ambidextrous safety makes this gun friendly for lefties and righties.
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FINAL VERDICT
"The Mossberg Retrograde series is an awesome series of guns. The new 590 model is an excellent in-between for both weight and tactical applications. The 500 model is light and handy, as well as incredibly affordable. As a random side note, the heat shield is pretty handy after a long day of shooting." - Travis Pike