Mossberg 500 Hunting All Purpose Field 20ga Pump-Action Shotgun with Wood Stock

The Mossberg 500 Hunting All Purpose Field 20-gauge pump-action shotgun with wood stock is a time-tested workhorse built for hunters who need one gun to handle upland birds, rabbits, clays, and occasional waterfowl. The 500 platform has earned its reputation through decades of reliability—it's simple, durable, and affordable enough that you won't lose sleep if it takes a tumble in the brush. The 20-gauge chambering delivers plenty of shot without the recoil of a 12-gauge, making it ideal for younger hunters, recoil-sensitive shooters, or anyone who wants to shoot all day and still feel their shoulder. With a wood furniture set, this shotgun has the classic lines hunters have trusted for generations.

What makes the 500 so effective in the field is its straightforward pump action. The short cycling time keeps you on target when game flushes or you need a fast follow-up. There's no complexity here—just steel-to-steel lockup, dual extractors, and twin action bars that keep things running whether you're in a swamp, a prairie, or an upland cover. The anti-jam elevator means fewer stoppages and more birds in the bag. An ambidextrous safety ensures lefties and righties work the gun with equal ease. And because the 500 accepts interchangeable accessory barrels, you can adapt it to different hunting scenarios without buying multiple shotguns.

This is the shotgun your hunting buddy's grandfather probably owned—and for good reason. It's not fancy, but it works, and that's what matters when you're counting on reliability when it counts.

Key Features

• Pump-action design with short cycling time for quick follow-ups
• Dual extractors and steel-to-steel lockup for dependable operation
• Twin action bars for smooth, jam-resistant cycling
• Anti-jam elevator reduces stoppages in the field
• Ambidextrous safety for left- and right-handed shooters
• Wood furniture for classic aesthetics and natural feel
• 20-gauge chambering—reduced recoil, easy to shoot all day
• Compatible with Mossberg 500 accessory barrels for versatility

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different barrels on the Mossberg 500?

Yes. The Mossberg 500 accepts interchangeable accessory barrels, so you can adapt the shotgun to different hunting situations—upland, waterfowl, or clay—without buying a separate gun.

Is the Mossberg 500 20-gauge good for hunting?

Absolutely. The 20-gauge 500 is an all-purpose hunting shotgun used for upland birds, rabbits, waterfowl, and clay shooting. It delivers effective performance with less recoil than a 12-gauge, making it comfortable for all-day hunting.

Does this shotgun have a safety for both left- and right-handed shooters?

Yes. The ambidextrous safety allows both lefties and righties to operate it naturally without having to reach across the trigger guard.

What's included with this shotgun?

You receive the shotgun with wood furniture and pump-action internals. Refer to the specific listing for information on barrel configuration, any included accessories, or what comes in the box.