The Mossberg 590 Shockwave is a compact pump-action design built around the Shockwave series’ signature Raptor bird’s-head grip and proven 590 action components. It features an ambidextrous tang safety, dual extractors, steel-to-steel lockup and a smooth anti-jam elevator for dependable cycling. The configuration and features make it suitable for close-quarters and defensive-focused applications where compact handling is valued.
Key Specifications
- The gauge is 12 Gauge.
- The action is a Pump Action design.
- This model is part of the Shockwave series.
- The maximum chamber size is 3″.
- The choke type is Cylinder Bore.
- The stock is a Fixed Raptor Birdshead Grip.
- Sighting is provided by a Bead Front / Fixed Sights setup.
- Primary metal construction is listed as Steel.
- Country of origin is US.
- The barrel/metal finish is listed as Blued (matte blued noted in some records).
The 590 Shockwave combines Mossberg’s long-standing pump-action reliability with a compact, handling-focused layout. Features such as the Raptor birdshead grip, ambidextrous controls, dual extractors and an anti-jam elevator prioritize dependable operation and straightforward ergonomics in a compact package suited to defensive-oriented use and close-quarters handling.
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