Description
The Mossberg 590 Shockwave is a 20 gauge pump-action shotgun listed for home-defense applications. It uses a 3 inch chamber, a blued finish, and a black Raptor grip with a strapped forend. We see this configuration as a straightforward option for shooters who want a compact pump-action platform with familiar controls and fixed sights.
Key Specifications
- The shotgun is chambered for 20 gauge ammunition, providing a versatile smoothbore format.
- The chamber accepts shells up to 3 inches in length.
- Its pump-action operating system uses a manually cycled action.
- The receiver and barrel feature a blued finish for a consistent dark exterior.
- The front sight is a fixed bead, offering a simple reference for alignment.
- The barrel uses a cylinder bore configuration.
- The setup includes a fixed tubular magazine.
- The shotgun includes an ambidextrous safety for access from either side.
- The grip is a Raptor grip, paired with a black synthetic forend and strap.
- The action incorporates dual extractors, twin action bars, steel-to-steel lockup, and an anti-jam elevator.
The Raptor grip and strapped forend define the handling layout, while the fixed bead sight keeps the sighting system simple. A blued metal finish and black synthetic furniture give the shotgun a restrained appearance suited to regular range use and storage. The cylinder bore and 3 inch chamber support a broad selection of compatible 20 gauge loads. This is the configuration we would point toward when a shooter values a manually cycled platform with a straightforward control layout. Mossberg 590 Shockwave.




