NRA Gun of the Week: Mossberg 590 Shockwave

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posted on August 7, 2017
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A unique new firearm in the O.F. Mossberg & Sons stable is the 590 Shockwave, announced at SHOT Show 2017. You can learn more about it with the video embedded above, hosted by American Rifleman's Brian Sheetz.

Technical Specifications:

 Manufacturer: O.F. Mossberg & Sons
 Model: 590 Shockwave
 Action Type: pump-action firearm
 Gauge: 12; 3” chamber
 Magazine: five-round capacity (3”), tubular
 Sights: single brass bead
 Trigger: single-stage; 5-lb., 7.5-oz. pull
 Stock: black, polymer Shockwave Technologies Raptor bird’s head-style grip
 Weight: 5 lbs., 4 ozs.
 Metal Finish: blued steel barrel; black anodized aluminum receiver
 MSRP: $455

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