Mossberg 590 Opinions

[pontiacpratt]

My local range is starting a "pseudo-3 gun" event. A shotgun is required and I don't own one. So... It's time to get one (sucks don't it) The shotgun will also be HD as well. I was looking at Remington's tactical 870s but they all have that muzzle break on them. I'm not a fan of the muzzle break so I was looking at Mossberg's shotguns and came across the 590 9 shot Special Purpose with the Ghost Rings. Anyone have experience with these? I'm a complete Noob to shotguns so any insight I'm open to. Thanks

[Andric]

Love my 590, don't know about using it for this event but the gun is great for me!

[pontiacpratt]

Like I said I'm a shotgun noob... is there a reason why this shotgun wouldn't work.

[TheExpertish]

Describe this "event" a bit better. Is it a timed tactical shoot?

[MrExel17]

Both shotguns are great, and will do well for the 3 guns. I did a tactical course with the M590 and other had the R870. The biggest factor that the course placed were the safety's on the guns. And I would have to agree! The Mossbergs design is place on the top rear of the receiver which is awkward when trying to engage and as for the R870 set close to the trigger. I never ran 3 gun and not sure of how this may help...either way I think it maybe useful to know.

[repubconserv]

Both shotguns are great, and will do well for the 3 guns. I did a tactical course with the M590 and other had the R870. The biggest factor that the course placed were the safety's on the guns. And I would have to agree! The Mossbergs design is place on the top rear of the receiver which is awkward when trying to engage and as for the R870 set close to the trigger. I never ran 3 gun and not sure of how this may help...either way I think it maybe useful to know.

This is true for pistol grips, but, I find that the safety with the normal stock is actually easier than 870 (IMO)

[pontiacpratt]

The event is still in the planning stage. We are looking at a shotgun course with several steel targets with different shooting positions with a reload. Followed by a rifle stage ranging from 50-150 yrds than move into a QCB type pistol stage. We're hoping to have it running by next month.

[shellslinger]

I don't run my 590 in a competition. But I find the safety compared to the 870 shotguns to be normal, its just in a different spot. It doesn't take me more or less time to reach either of the guns' safeties. However, the one feature I really like about my 590 over the 870 is that it does not have a loading gate. So rounds are a little bit easier to shove inside the tube. But with practice on either 590 or 870, reloading will be most likely be the same.

It's just something to consider compared to the 870. Also, the Ghost Rings are absolutely great, the sights help me acquire targets quite easily.

[TheExpertish]

Depending on how many more rounds you need to put down range learn to tactical reload. If it's 2 or less it will come in super handy. Had that for one of my shoots and it was fun to learn and use. Key is training with what you have. I used an 870 but I do like the Mossbergs.

[mrkam]

My local range is starting a "pseudo-3 gun" event. A shotgun is required and I don't own one. So... It's time to get one (sucks don't it) The shotgun will also be HD as well. I was looking at Remington's tactical 870s but they all have that muzzle break on them. I'm not a fan of the muzzle break...

The muzzle brake just screws out, and you are left with a 18.5 inch barrel. I'm personally a Mossberg guy, but I thought I'd let you know about that, if that's what's stopping you from getting a Remington. Both are great guns.

[pontiacpratt]

The muzzle brake just screws out, and you are left with a 18.5 inch barrel. I'm personally a Mossberg guy, but I thought I'd let you know about that, if that's what's stopping you from getting a Remington. Both are great guns.

Does it come with a thread protector?

[mrkam]

Does it come with a thread protector?

Don't think so. The Remington's my friend's, and I don't have much experience with chokes. Do you need a thread protector?

After a quick search, you could go with this cylinder choke (completely open) that's flush with the barrel, but it's pretty cheap so I'm not sure about the quality. http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=772400

[crackerman]

Its cheap because its simple not because its crap. Carlson's is one of if not the premier aftermarket choke maker. Buy with confidence.