The Mossberg 500 FLEX All Purpose delivers adaptable performance for hunters and sport shooters who demand versatility from their shotgun. This 12-gauge platform combines Mossberg's proven reliability with the innovative FLEX system that allows quick reconfiguration for different shooting applications. The 28-inch ventilated rib barrel provides the optimal balance of swing dynamics and accuracy for upland birds, waterfowl, and clay sports.
What Makes This Different
The FLEX component system sets this shotgun apart from traditional fixed-stock models by offering tool-free customization options. Users can swap between different stock configurations, forend styles, and recoil pads without gunsmithing or permanent modifications. The included Accu-Set choke tubes provide precision patterning across multiple shot sizes, while the synthetic construction resists weather and field conditions that would damage wood stocks.
Key Features
- FLEX modular system enables quick component changes for different shooting disciplines
- 28-inch ventilated rib barrel with dual bead sight system for improved target acquisition
- 5+1 capacity with 3-inch chamber handles both 2¾" and 3" shells
- Matte blued finish reduces glare and provides corrosion resistance
- Synthetic stock and forend withstand harsh weather and field use
- Accu-Set choke tubes included for optimized shot patterns
- Ambidextrous thumb safety located behind trigger guard
Field performance centers on the reliable pump-action mechanism that cycles consistently with light target loads through heavy waterfowl ammunition. The 28-inch barrel length provides sufficient velocity for effective range on game birds while maintaining manageable weight for extended shooting sessions. Clay sport shooters benefit from the smooth swing characteristics, while hunters appreciate the versatility to switch between upland and waterfowl setups quickly.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12 gauge, 3-inch chamber
- Capacity: 5+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 28 inches with ventilated rib
- Overall Length: Approximately 48.5 inches
- Action: Pump-action
- Stock: Synthetic FLEX component system
- Finish: Matte blued metal
- Chokes: Accu-Set choke tubes included
- Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety
- Sights: Dual bead front sight system
This configuration represents the practical choice for shooters who value adaptability without sacrificing the proven Mossberg 500 platform's dependability. The FLEX system eliminates the need for multiple shotguns while maintaining the performance standards expected from serious hunters and competitive shooters.