There was no .41 Spl. View. If anyone is listening at the mothership, it would be pretty cool if you brought them back, and while you are at it, build some L frames in the same configuration in .357, 10mm/40, and .44 mag (5 shot, of course). To know the .41 Mag. Serial # N903105. Upon discovering this, I ordered one directly from the factory. Clean barrels, vapor blasted finish when you guys bring them back, please. I bet that 629 was a source of comfort up there! In my mind a proper N frame has square grips and at least a 4 barrel. The Smith and Wesson Model 657 is a large-framed revolver chambered in .41 Mag. All the arms company heads are here as well as ammunition company heads. The new target trigger and hammer were fully 1/2 wide. The most accurate sixgun John has ever encountered is this Gunsmith John Seifert swapped barrels, chamfered the charge holes, and had it laser engraved with a simple sideplate inscription to honor its former owner. Comes with Hogue Mono-grips, its S&W box, papers, and a lock. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. I have read that article more than any other- Seyfried captured the magic with it. It was identical to the original except for the chambering. A 3rd Model Hand Ejector was a good one to keep! Tailwheel, you are set up! 1/3 Down, a 1/3 in 30 Days 1/3 in 60 Days. Seyfried wore out a couple of Model 29s mastering the .44 Magnum cartridge when he was younger, and carried a 4 Model 29 daily on his ranch. S&W made a stainless Model 657 Mountain Gun in .41 Magnum in 1998 & 1999. Campbell appreciated the graceful look the chamfer provided on Seyfrieds 629. Thank you, Rob. Deep blue finish on the rest of the gu, Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash,41 Rem. Eagle does a great job making it look and feel like a square butt, and who knows if we will ever see a new 625 .45 Colt again? Built on a large carbo, Guns Listing ID: 553911First introduced in 1964 and now offered through the companys Classics line, the Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a robust revolver chambered in 41 Rem Mag. .41 Remington Magnum, Nice single action pistol chambered in .41 Rem Mag. Hard to find. I worked with a dude in the late 80s that carried a round butt (before L frame RBs were a thing) 4 686 with that vapor blasted dull finish. Winchesters Silvertip, and a 170 gr. PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 327 TRR8. Please take a minute and write them an email, SWBI looks like it could use the business! Lay-a-way available for this firearm. Came with Spegel grips, magna port, cylinder and slide fixed rear sight and action job, gold bead front sight and cylinder set for 45 acp moon clips. Rhino Roller Loads? I like the way you think. I have several Mountain Guns and a pair of the Mountain Revolvers. The 4 gun could be had with a .312 smooth-faced combat trigger, making it even more shootable for most people. . Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. I wish I had some personal experience with one, I dont though. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. I was very pleased with the custom revolver they crafted. Coming with(one) 17-round and (two) 23-round magazines, the in-stock magazine storage w/ quick-release latch makes reloading convenient and quick. This one was a gift from Rob Leahy of Simply Rugged holsters and yes once we get the paperwork ironed out, I will carry it daily in a Simply Rugged iwb holster with a second gun, A Smith 442, in a Simply Rugged pocket holster. load at more than 1,400 fps. The most accurate Freedom Arms I have ever experienced, which also makes it the most accurate sixgun I have ever shot, is the 10 .41 Mag. The Model 57 was intended to use a 0.410-inch-diameter 210-grain JHP at a velocity of 1,400+ fps, while the 4.0-inch-barreled, bare-bones Model 58 (essentially an N-Frame take on a heavy-barreled, medium-frame Model 10sort of an M&P on steroids) was to be employed with a 210-grain lead SWC at a considerably more manageable 950 to 1,000 fps in Police Load trim. The grip is a smooth hardwood, Guns Listing ID: 716925SMITH & WESSON 657-5 - .41 MAGNUM - 6 ROUNDS - 7.5 \, Nice Smith & Wesson model 57-1. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. That change incorporated the newly developed short throw hammer, known today as the short action. He served as a member of the NMSP Tactical Team (SWAT) for 10 years, eventually becoming the counter sniper team leader. brass has been offered by Starline. And it shoots! He was consistently a high finisher (usually in the top 5) in the big matches he competed inthe IPSC Nationals and Worlds, the Bianchi Cup, and the Steel Challenge, to name a few. IN 1964, the .41 Magnum was introduced to the shooting world with predictions that it was destined to be the ultimate police round. Back about 30 years back, I did have a love fest with the S&W Magna Classic .44 Magnums with 5 barrels, round butt, and so nicely balanced. Your great article and images caused me to long for my crop of model 24s and 624s. You make a very good point- we are just temporary caretakers. It was equipped with the internal lock and the bluing looked black, in comparison to older revolvers. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Spegel grips, Cylinder and Slide action and sights, and .45 ACP compatible too. Hey Darryl, I think your memory is correct, too. Were they a special run for the NMSP? and in many North Carolina jurisdictions. Thanks for taking the time to write this piece. Made around 1965. Everything was done properly; then came the .41 Mag. Looking back through my loading data, I ended up basically duplicating heavy .44 Special field loads for a 624, only in magnum cases. Its neat to see it there, I wish I had the disposable income to pony up for it! BARREL IS 8 3/8''. cannot be made into a .44, nor should it be, its an excellent performer in its own right. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. No shockingly spiky leaps were to be seen here. Deployed military should use stateside address. As a big bore fan, these are some of my favorites. You know Tom Laemlein. I have a 41 mag mountain gun serial # cje8712. I will follow your lead on hardware choices if I ever make it to Alaska. View. The woods of the U.S. may not be as wild as they used to be, but these big bore, skinny barreled guns still make sense. XTP over H110. They truly are tamers. from his friend, the late Hal Swiggett. Deaf Smith, I carry that combination often too, and I also have no complaints. Its nice and tough, so they stand up to all the heavy loads you can stand to shoot. When S&W went to their numbering system in 1957, the 1950 .44 Special became the Model 24, and the .44 Magnum was designated the Model 29. Thanks for appreciating the article! I carried that gun on duty for a bit before I retired, I had them put the patch on the right panel and the call sign of a fallen comrade on the left. Double actions in .41 Mag. I often carry a 16 Winchester 94 Trapper in .45 Colt with handloads: 250 grain Gold Dots or 265 WFNs loaded to about 1300-1350fps from the carbine- big medicine! was introduced in 1964, a standard heavy loading consisting of a 220-gr. Youre sure welcome on the article, thanks for reading it. Lighter and tougher and more precise than ever, it's the perfect back country hunting rifle. Compare. Satisfied with his work, he shipped it to Seyfried for him to behold and enjoy. My well-worn 1969 Guns & Ammo Annual lists identical prices for both guns: a cool $165. 46-59013; .41 Magnum Caliber; 6 Barrel; Blue Finish; Wood Grips; Original Box with Papers; Made 1980; Perfect Action and Bore; See All Ph, Guns Listing ID: 724961First introduced in 1964 and now offered through the companys Classics line, the Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a robust revolver built on a large, carbon steel N-fram, Up for Sale is my Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash .41 Magnum with the 8 3/8" Barrel and Nickel Finish. Model 29 with smaller holes in the barrel and cylinder. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. Both have been totally tuned and feature case hardened frames. He had worked for many years at S&W; First as a model maker and then as a test technician. Target variants were typically delivered with a 6.5 barrel and were equipped with Smiths micrometer click-adjustable rear sight and a Patridge front sight. The tapered barrel and ramp front sight really do create a beautiful silhouette. Its easy to shoot and keeps my chiropractor happy. The S&W Standard Catalog refers to the first run from 1989 as The Mountain Revolver and subsequent runs as Mountain Guns. With wooden display case and cleaning tools, light handling marks to outside of case. The only change I have made to the gun is I installed Hogue Tamer grips that come on the X 500 guns. Skeeter Skelton was one of many sage shooters who was dismayed with the loss of the Model 24. They do not feature the traditional Performance Center upgrades (action package, tuning, etc.) If you want a new, blued S&W these days thatll combine vintage appeal with performance, the companys Classics section is pretty much where youll find it. Thank you, Tony. Turns out, I was a bit off the mark. This is mine, after putting on a new set of Hogue's on it. Someday I hope to take a sight picture on a mule deer with a Mountain Gun, and mine will be similarly loaded, Ill bet.I ordered the same holster from Milt Sparks after seeing it on Seyfrieds hip and I agree with your assessment completely. Sign-up now to get more revolver content every Wednesday! They existed side by side- for a while. I fell in love with their clean utilitarian pure business look the second I saw my first one and bought it within minutes. Weight, Empty: 47.6 ounces Grips: Checkered walnut Finish: Blued Sights: Micro-adjustable white-outline rear, pinned red-ramp front Contest open to U.S. residents only. The Classic Model 57 was introduced by S&W at the 2009 SHOT Show. Either of these would do nicely for large hogs and bears, while everything else would certainly fit the bill for deer. My handloads with these types of bullets end up in the velocity window that Seyfried suggested back in the day- go figure. Are your pair of Mountain Revolvers inscribed with Mountain Revolver? Tom Campbells masterpiece was validated- it was a smashing success. Wow. Amen to that. 357 MAGNUM Has a 6" barrel all original with hard case and paperwork. Seldom has a new cartridge introduction been propelled by such a cast of sixgun luminaries as the .41 Magnum. I bought a pair for an N frame square and N frame round butt about 15 years ago. I asked them to use the grip screw hole for the zero in my friends call sign, 606. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. More recently I installed a set of Tactical Diamond grips from VZ. Skelton had often hinted that the only way a Model 24 could be better was if it was made of stainless steel. The 624 was as good as the guns of old. Seyfried was right, it is hard to imagine a better revolver than yours for venturing into the woods. With rare exceptions, big bore N frames followed this trend going forward. We got kind of spoiled with the wealth of Mountain Guns released from 1989 -2005. OK I want two, one in 45 Colt and another in 44 Magnum to replace the one that got away. They also did a blued Model 25-13 .45 Colt in 2004. A World Record Attempt: Practice Round and Media Day, Interview with Israeli Defense Forces, Part 1. This New, Ruger, New Model Blackhawk, 41 Magnum, 6 1/2" barrel, blued, black finger groove rubber grips, SN: 46-93XXX, overall condition 97%, $995.00 + $50.00 shipping, This single action army inspired Ruger revolver features a 6-1/2 inch barrel, nice walnut grips, and .41 Magnum chambering.It hasn't been fired mush, if at all. I remember the Mountain Guns and always wished I had bought one. Introduced by Remington in 1964, the .41 Magnum round has ties to both Elmer Keith and Bill Jordan. Contest void where prohibited by law. Joseph VonBenedikt is with Joel Hodgdon to talk about the improved accuracy and long-range potential of the already reliable Core-Lokt ammo line. (Ret.) Gun #: 997108610. Love this article; 45 Colt is my favorite cartridge to hand load. He used the Target Model of 1950s barrel and rib profile as the template for his barrel. Keith-style SWC from RCBS mold .45-270-SAA, sized for the guns chamber throats, on a nearly-max charge of Hodgdon Titegroup, yielded an extremely consistent average of 900 fps. Serial number - CCU9230. That Model 69 is about the closest thing we have to a Mountain Gun these days, I think. The Smith & Wesson M&P FPC is compatible with M&P full-size and compact pistol double-stack magazines, and includes a carrying bag with additional storage and Velcro straps. Love my 625-6 Mountain Gun in 45 LC. New Model Ruger Blackhawk Revolver; Serial No. When I was a young Federale in a Midwestern city that wasnt Detroit, I used to read Mr. Marshalls writings all the time. Did I miss something? Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Concealed Carry 2023, P.O. It has a 6.5 inch barrel. Its incredible, Wow, Derek! These guns do not come up often so here's your chance to get a solid 99% early 41 mag. No arguments on your Model 58 focus, what a pure fighting revolver. IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FOR SMITH & WESSON . Smith & Wesson was the first company, naturally, to market a .41 Mag. It has mountain gun in regular smith and wesson print and 45 colt in regular print . Seyfried was thoroughly impressed with the prototype, and he appreciated its significance. Skeeter was pretty astute! Very good condition metal, light wear, small scratches. Hey Scott, Im pleased to help with that, its a noble cause regarding 657 Mountain Guns! NEW WINCHESTER WESTERN UNPRIMED 41 REMINGTON MAGNUM BRASS CASE 50 ROUND TO BOX $ 30.00 @ BO. He was commander of the NMSP Pistol Team and competed with a revolver throughout his career. It was accurate with everything fired, but most factory .41 ammo was geared towards the hunting market and gave significant recoil and blast from the little gun. All were square butt frames with .265 serrated triggers and .400 hammers. Serial number CCU9230. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Thanks to Tommy Campbell and Ross Seyfried for the impact they have made on the industry, and on me. I have a question for Mr. Marshall: I read (or was told) that when the Detroit PD issued Model 10s, they were nickel-plated for two reasons: 1) to make them look bigger, and 2) to make them easier to find if they were dropped. The original prototype Mountain Gun mentioned above is currently listed for sale. The mountain guns are among my favorite smith offerings. Gun #: 966454149. but are really fully functioning reproductions of the products that were once a part of the standard S&W line.. 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Ace, I have carried both all day in the woods and I attest to the Mountain Gun being noticeably more trudge friendly than a standard Model 29. As far as I can determine, there was only one production run of the 657 Mountain Gun. I see why it gets the most use, you have given me one more to put on my someday list of revolvers. When the cylinder was complete, he assembled the gun and tuned the action. Performance Center Edition. The bullets you asked about are a LBT 240 grain Wide Flat Nose, Plain Base cast by Montana Bullet Works. Contest void where prohibited by law. Manufacture da, Very Lightly Handled
Ruger Blackhawk Three Screw
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Wood Grips, Blued Frame Finish, With Box. He has had several articles published in American Cop Magazine, SWAT Magazine, and the NRA Law Enforcement Quarterly. Seller: AJGUNSNSTUFF. It is well-equipped for self-defense, hunting, or just an enjoyable day at the range. View. Any sixgunner spending much time with the cartridge soon develops some favorite loads. This is a "Pre-Lock" revolver without the lawyer-inspired (and ugly) safety lock in the side of the frame. Your load is identical to the heavy .44 Special Load I craft for my 624. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Moreso in the winter when I can layer up to hide it well. MAKE - SMITH & WESSON
MODEL - 57-1
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CAPACITY - 6
GRIPS - WOOD
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FEATURES - COMES WITH ORIGINAL, Guns Listing ID: 616433The Ruger New Model Blackhawk has a design reminiscent of previous era revolvers. $40 Shipping via USPS. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. I kind of hate the Mountain Gun engraving on the barrels and really wish S&W had stuck with both the finish treatment and clean barrel of the original Mountain Revolvers. Keith bullet/19 grains #2400 on both whitetail deer and one very upset, large feral hog. The gun was vapor blasted to an all-business, no shine satin finish. Wide Flat Noses and heavy-for-caliber Keith bullets can be had from 250-275 grains. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. My initial experience with factory .45 Colt ammo was disappointing. Wow. Smith & Wesson offered two basic models in the chambering. 4 inch. bullet at around 900 fps. .41 Remington Magnum. sixgun, and Elmer Keith had much to do with it. It was a half-lug version of the 686 and it didnt last very long (nor did the fixed sight, 619, that had no shroud). Gun has been fired and shows slight handing marks in the finish and the grip. This Dan Wesson .41 Mag. The balance created by the slim, short barrel was just right. Of course, for day-in, day-out recreational shooting, handloaders can always brew up civilized facsimiles of the original Police Load (or even something kinder and gentler). The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. As always, great article, Kevin! My .44 Mountain Gun has also seen some time in a duty holster loaded with 200 gr. S&W has since included .41 Magnum revolvers in its Classics stable. I didnt see this mentioned, but unless Im hallucinating my early Mountain Revolver (not GUN) has a K/L grip frame. .41 Magnum, Magna Ported, 6 Inch Barrel, "Smith & Wesson 58 Revolver .41 Magnum (PR62682), SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57-1 W/ BOX & PAPERS, SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57-1 ORIGINAL BOX, PAPERS & TOOLS, RUGER NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK REVOLVER from COLLECTING TEXAS ORIGINAL BOX- .41 MAGNUM CALIBER, Smith & Wesson 57
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Nickel in Wood Presentation Case ANIB, Smith & Wesson Model 57, Cal. The S&W 57 basically felt like another classic. There isn't a much better combination for solid firepower and good handling. The grips on todays Model 57 Classics are different from the originals in that they are not as beefy as the target-type grips on the original, but the gun does have the true square-butt frame like the original and unlike most other current S&W revolvers that share a common K/L/N-Frame round butt. Thanks again for a great article. I would love to find a pair for my 657MG. However, while the .41 Mag. I didnt remember that, but as Kevin says, Supica does list an earlier Mountain Revolver in his Standard Catalog5,000 of them, made in 1989. Manufactured in 1977/78. To make an offer please complete the form below: Minimum price for the offer must be greater than or equal to $0. But again, even a 6.0-inch N-Frame is not the item for promiscuous blasting with darn near any magnum beginning with the number 4. Or at least it isnt for me. Smith And Wesson Model 57 Classic Revolver $1,129.00 Item # SW150481. I foolishly let go of it and recently after 33 years of looking acquired other one. The cost was very reasonable, and they turned out great. Its never failed. Im picturing that nickel plated 27-2 Molehill Gun- Sweet! Some thought that since the Magnum would also chamber and fire .44 Specials, there was no real need for the Model 24. The .41 began in none other than famed gun expert and visionary Elmer Keith's mind. Thats interesting Darryl! Smith Wesson 657 41 mag 3" 6 round GI#: 102224094 Loads included Speers 210-grain Gold Dot HP, Federals 250-grain CastCore, Winchesters Supreme 240-grain Platinum Tip and Super-X 175-grain Silvertip HP, and Hornadys new 190-grain polymer-tipped FTX. has special significance as it came to John Smiths proven micrometer adjustable rear, and a plain, black, Baughman serrated ramp (pinned in) were chosen for sights. Things were right in the world for a few years. Campbell put a set of Pachmayr Gripper stocks on the gun and test fired it. Im unaware of an N frame Mountain Revolver that left the factory with other than N frame round butt dimensions. The Smith & Wesson Model 57 Classic is a modern version of the original 57 that was introduced in 1964. View. Smith & Wesson, Model 57, No Dash, 41 Mag Revolver, SMITH & WESSON
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WE DO NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY. The original gun was marked like a normal 629 with Smith & Wesson on the left side of the barrel and .44 Magnum on the right side. I loaded mine with 210 grain Silvertips and then 200 Grain short barrel GDHPs when they were introduced (as my hands got older and stiffer!). Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. He was a hunter and an all-around handgunner; He was (and is) a gentleman respected by his peers. ; ^ ), Well spoken, Sir. Old inventory Flat 35.00 Shipping fee Price reflects a 3.5% Cash discount Maine residents add 5.5% sales tax SOLD Handgun Caliber: .41 Remington Magnum Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: 57-5 "Mountain Gun Serial Number: CJE7036 Barrel Length: 4 Fallin off ain't embarrassin..not gettin back on is. The idea that led to Smith & Wessons Mountain Gun started as a conversation between two world class shooters. Thankfully, the action was as good as any MIM parts action I had felt. The conversation took place back in the 1980s, when these shooters were known for their prowess with semiautomatics in action pistol competition. Zach, the fact that S&W still catalogs a Model 27 Classic gives me hope. (Of course, all with the option of not having that accursed lock.). Taurus has redesigned this sporting pistol for performance. It features good walnut grips, target type sights, and good blue with a small amount of wear at the muzzle. This suped-up and stretched .38 Special set the standard for powerful handgun cartridges. It looks like very early guns were marked that way. This was the type of revolver Campbell and Seyfried wanted. 1/3 Down, a 1/3 in 30 Days 1/3 in 60 Days. Ill reach out to you about that. MAKE - SMITH & WESSON
MODEL - 657
FINISH - STAINLESS STEEL
BARREL - 3"
CALIBER - 41 MAGNUM
CAPACITY - 6
GRIPS - WOOD
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
STORE HOURS 10AM - 6 PM MON - SAT. He also represented them at the highest levels of pistol competition in the late 70s and 80s. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. .41 Magnum, 4 Inch Barrel, Stainless Steel Description: Like new pre-lock S&W Model 657-4 "Mountain Gun", chambered in .41 Magnum. Depending on whom you talk to, Elmer Keith, Bill Jordan, and Skeeter Skelton all had a hand in convincing Smith & Wesson (along with ammomakers Remington and Norma) to join forces on the .41 project back in 1963. Maybe if enough of us send those emails, they will listen. Ill bet that 210 XTP did the job nicely on that doe. Compact, folding design. Hard to beat a 240 [emailprotected] for most things you might do with a Mtn Gun, Proven by guys like Keith, Skelton, and Seyfried. LARGE. At first it was necessary to make brass by trimming .41 Mag. Customized combat revolver with chopped hammer, thinned trigger guard and custom grips. The Mountain Gun concept applied to the L frame would be superlative. Old inventory Flat 35.00 Shipping fee Price reflects a 3.5% Cash discount Maine residents add 5.5% sales tax SOLD Handgun Caliber:.41 Remington Magnum Manufacturer . But trust me, its well worth it! Thank you, Jim! The Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a large frame, double-action revolver with a six round cylinder, chambered for the .41 Magnum cartridge, and designed and manufactured by the Smith & Wesson firearms company.The gun was designed as a weapon for law enforcement agencies. They are beautiful and I am satisfied with the fit. Before there were scopes or red dots there were iron sights. Just what I needed on a Sunday afternoon! The pistol features double and single-action functions, one of the most simple and easy to not . smith and wesson .41 magnum for sale and auction. SMITH & WESSON 657-4 .41 MAGNUM - MOUNTAIN GUN - MINT IN BOX For Sale from: Vintage Sporting | Positive feedback: 99% View | | 4159 Completed Sales View Sellers Items SOLD - $995.00 Shipping: $25.00 (or Arrange local transfer) Accepted Payment Methods: Returns: No Returns A 10mm L frame is at the top of my wish list, too. first appeared in the S&W Model 57, based A standard no one except Keith could exceed until he lead the . .41 Magnum with a 4"" barrel. Sell your smith and wesson .41 magnum for FREE today on GunsAmerica! I carried one almost everyday for 6 years, when I lived in Alaska. How cool is that? I always walk away from this site more intelligent than I showed up. They took what they considered to be the best features of guns from the past and combined them with the advancements of that day. Sales werent great, and this line of thinking eventually resulted in the Model 24 being discontinued in 1966. It made a great combination of gun and cartridge. MODEL 351 PD. Skeeters .44 Special load is hard to beat for an everyday load, it has stood the test of time. Its a sweet spot load also, full house Mags are just too much for me. A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Jorge Spat to learn all about it. have been with an old pre-transfer-bar Ruger Blackhawk single-action revolver. We have all been there on that regret/remorse when we have to let good ones go. While a proven fight stopper, like the FBI's 10mm, the .41 would prove to be too much for many officers to shoot effectively and it was soon replaced. True? The Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun is one of the most popular home defense shotguns on the market. Accuracy was exceptional, stacking these big bullets into a grapefruit-sized group at 50 yards from field positions. The times they have a changed. 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