Mossberg 590 shotgun review and practical "tactical" upgrades.

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2 жыл бұрын

A look at the Mossberg 590 in 12ga.
6+1, smooth bore pump shotgun.
I show some upgrades I've done, that have really improved the capability of this weapon. As well as the accuracy and patterning of this shotgun, with high quality ammo.
I've been able to make consistent, effective and ethical patterns out to 35 yards with this factory smooth bore, using Federal Flitecontrol 8 pellet low recoil tactical buckshot.

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@huyly605 Жыл бұрын

i have over 2000 rounds thru my mossberg 590 stock, still looks brand new and 100% functional, I don't baby my 590 either.

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

Very nice. I think I'm approaching 500 rounds on mine.

@erics.2572 5 ай бұрын

Bought this exact gun recently. Also set it up with gray magpul furniture. Offset that with a coyote brown magpul sling, and side saddle cards. Also added a tan mounted flashlight and red dot. I love it. Badass gun.

@deejaysucio 4 ай бұрын

What flashlight u went with

@prudentcitizentraining 2 жыл бұрын

The shotgun is still absolutely relevant and an extremely effective fight stopper. Provided you have the right setup, ammo and techniques, it can be an absolute nightmare on the receiving end! A critical point to consider with a shotgun and chosen ammunition, is the patterning, which determines your maximum effective/ethical range. When I say "effective/ ethical" I mean the maximum distance that you can guarantee all projectiles stay in the meaty bits, of a human target. I subscribe to a pretty tight standard here, with the goal of allowing zero deviation. As you've heard it said many times before- "Every bullet has a lawyer attached to it." The same goes for every pellet of Buckshot. If you're shooting 9 pellet buckshot that patterns so wide that only 4 pellets hit the target, where did those other 5 lethal projectiles go? You are accountable for all of them. This particular shotgun patterns pretty dang well, with high quality shells. I've been able to achieve a slug size hole at 10 yards, all the way up to a 9" spread at 35 yards. Using the Federal Flitecontrol 8 pellet low recoil tactical buckshot. I've set my maximum "effective/ ethical" range for this load at 35 yards. I know that I can control and place a 9" group with reasonable surety that I'll keep all pellets in the meaty bits. As always, your mileage will vary and so will your individual shotgun barrel.

@TheRealNakedSavage Жыл бұрын

how has your mount held up for that mini red dot?

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

@@TheRealNakedSavage solid

@charlesschmuckatelli7888 Жыл бұрын

That sounds like owning different shotguns for different use cases. Can o get someone to explain this to the public

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

@@charlesschmuckatelli7888 what would you like explained in more detail? This shotgun setup covers every reasonable defensive use I could have. I'd obviously pick a different gun for hunting or sport.

@charlesschmuckatelli7888 Жыл бұрын

In my case my in home ive got everything at 20" or less cylinder bore with mini shells... For my truck its a 18.5" barrel with 2 3/3" with #7.5 in the tube with a modified choke and buck in the saddle... In my work van its loaded with less lethal rounds like rubber buck or bean bag rounds and an improved choke... Since the tubes and chokes are based on what i could reasonably expect to need out of it...

@jackgreenstalk777 2 жыл бұрын

can't go wrong with a 12 ga mossberg 👍👍 nice upgrades/review

@prudentcitizentraining 2 жыл бұрын

It's a devastating tool, in the right hands! Thanks for the Feedback, Jack!

@Carriesaglock 5 ай бұрын

I have the same gun. I put a 4.25” Choate tube extension on it. Brought the mag tube flush with the barrel and increased capacity to 7+1.

@RJ-mc4xv 28 күн бұрын

What choke did you buy? I cannot find a one.

@jamesward6564 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for quick overview, looking to build a shotgun for work.

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

There have been great deals on 590's recently! I've been seeing the 8 +1 with rifle sights and optic rail for about $450.. very good base for a work gun!

@L7pushman 11 ай бұрын

I just bought the 590 s. Great video

@1977Yakko 2 жыл бұрын

I got the 590A1 that's 6+1 capacity. The 18" is adequate for home defense though I get why people like the 20" so they can put the bayonet on and turn it into a trench gun from WWI. The only issue out of the box I had was the mag tube spring was a tad light and it was hard to feed or manually unload the last shell. I think Mossberg put in the same spring from their 5+1 mag tube and it's just a tad too short to put enough pressure on the last shell in the 6+1 tube I had. I wrote Mossberg and they sent me a replacement but the issue remained. I got a higher pressure spring from Wolff and the problem is resolved. I also installed the Magpul furniture and the QD attachments. Plus a Surefire light (500 Lumens). So, aside from mine being the A1 variant, we seem to have a similar setup. I think you'll be happy with it. The Magpul furniture is a must IMO. I love the ergonomics of the hybrid pistol grip and standard stock. I added that to my Remington 870 as well.

@prudentcitizentraining 2 жыл бұрын

The 18.5 is ideal for home defense, IMHO. I do prefer the higher capacity and aesthetic that comes with the 20".... But that's not a deal breaker at all, in our context. The Magpul furniture is awesome. The stock REALLY makes a difference in the ability to control the recoil, given proper technique. I'm glad you're squared away!

@evanroberts4496 Жыл бұрын

Hopefully you see this? How did you attach your surefire light? offset mount on forend?

@1977Yakko Жыл бұрын

@Evan Roberts yeah. The mount for the light has a hinge and I just I used the mlok screws to secure it to the forend at an angle that I can easily hit with my thumb.

@BennyCasazza Жыл бұрын

Nice video!

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@CryptoElmo 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet

@owenalden742 Жыл бұрын

I recently purchased a 590a1 it came with the black magpul furniture but I plan on switching it to the grey, I’m about that life.

@fightmilk8613 Жыл бұрын

Great channel name and logo!

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jeffadams9807 4 ай бұрын

U Need The STREAMLIGHT TL-RACKER Foregrip Light & A 6 Shot Card Caddy Mounted On The Receiver, For 6 Extra Reloads...

@rdrs6872 Жыл бұрын

Live in cali and they just release the "shockwave" but for it to be cali legal it came with an 18.5 barrel instead of the fun 14 one so Instead I added this same set up but painted the furniture a lighter grey and called it the "raider"

@r9er Жыл бұрын

did the Magpul fore end fit no problem? I have the same thing you got.

@rdrs6872 Жыл бұрын

@@r9er yeah plug and play

@789295 Жыл бұрын

I purchased a 590 recently and proceeded to clean it first thing. I am not new to shotguns, but this was my first MB shotgun. The barrel bore is not smooth and shiny like every other firearm I have owned. It is black inside and as rough as the outside of the barrel. Is this a Mossberg thing with all of their shotguns, or is it something that made it past QC checks before leaving the factory? My Remingtons, Ithacas, and Winchesters all have a shiney pristine bore.

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

I honestly don't know. I didn't inspect the barrel prior to firing. The lower end 590s seem to be no frills work horse guns. They definitely aren't polished machines from the factory. I haven't looked at the 590A1 or other models, so see if they are smoother.

@jamesperez1913 Жыл бұрын

This is a whole lot of fun. How you liking that stock, can't make-up my mind.

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

IMHO the Magpul SGA is a MUST for a shotgun. I like just about everything about it. very ergonomic, comfortable.... And There's a lot of available adjustment for length of pull. I add a couple spacers since this video, after I realized that my thumb didn't HAVE to hit me in the face, at a Sentinel Concepts class.

@d7dun1010 Жыл бұрын

Always interested in fighting shotgun content. 590a1, 1301LLT and m4 LE/Mil here. Maybe you could do some work and comparisons with the above? No sir, not only is the fighting shotgun not dead, it never was for those in the know.

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input! I don't currently have access to a 1301 or M4, but I'd like to do some comparison at some point. We just got 930 spx tactical at work (private security). I'll try to get some comparisons against the 590.

@d7dun1010 Жыл бұрын

Great! I'll look for some content. 930 spx is still a fighting shotgun.

@kds471 Жыл бұрын

So…what did you polish to smooth up the action?

@timg7627 Жыл бұрын

Good video People who think the shotgun is dead have not used a shotgun. It’s still mostly AR larper dudes

@prudentcitizentraining Жыл бұрын

It's a pretty misunderstood weapon, IMHO. A combination of poor ammo, poor law enforcement training and Hollywood mythology have all contributed to the wildly inaccurate stereotypes.