Mossberg model 500 ET in .410 gauge with a five shot capacity and a 26″ barrel. The plastic butt plate is in good condition free of damage, needs a good cleaning. The wood butt stock is in good condition with cloudy spots to the finish and all-over, scuffs and light scratches. The receiver is in fair condition with moderate handling wear, scuffs, scratches and metal oxidation throughout. The serrated wood fore grip is in very good condition with light handling wear no cracks or chips. The barrel is in fair condition with ,moderate metal oxidation throughout. Brass bead front sight in good condition. Slide button safety on receiver top in excellent functioning condition. Clean bore and smooth pump action.
Mossberg Model 500 was introduced 1961 and is still in production. The 500 is the model number the 'A' means 12 gauge, the 'B' means its was sold at a discount house like Walmart or K Mart. In therory it was plainer than those sold at gun stores and higher retailer. In reality there not much difference. Hand scribed serial numbers. CATX-Cop Replies: 7 Views: 151. Side Saddle & Fiber Optic front sight for Mossberg 590 / 500 12 ga shotguns.