14" Mossberg 500 Non-NFA Shockwave Technologies Build Wrap-Up

Published on November 15, 2016
Duration: 4:06

This guide details the modification process for creating a Non-NFA Mossberg 500 'firearm' build, as demonstrated by Booligan. Key steps involve installing a Shockwave Technologies Raptor grip and lug, shortening the barrel to 14.5 inches, and adding a Magpul M-LOK forend. The build emphasizes maintaining an overall length over 26 inches to legally classify it as a 'firearm' rather than a Short-Barreled Shotgun (SBS), thus avoiding NFA regulations. The speaker, Booligan, exhibits high authority and legal awareness regarding these custom builds.

Quick Summary

To build a Non-NFA Mossberg 500 'firearm' with a 14.5-inch barrel, ensure it never had a shoulder stock and maintain an overall length over 26 inches. This configuration avoids Short-Barreled Shotgun (SBS) classification under NFA regulations, making it legal without a tax stamp. Key modifications include a Shockwave Technologies Raptor grip and lug.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Base Gun
  2. 00:35Key Modifications
  3. 01:01Legal Classification Explained
  4. 01:44Accessories and Sights
  5. 02:08Capacity and Ergonomics
  6. 02:42Concealment and Legal Warnings
  7. 03:15Purpose and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How can a Mossberg 500 with a 14.5-inch barrel be legally built without NFA registration?

By ensuring the firearm never had a shoulder stock and maintaining an overall length exceeding 26 inches (approximately 26.75 inches in this build), it is classified as a 'firearm' and not a Short-Barreled Shotgun (SBS), thus avoiding NFA regulations.

What are the key components for a Non-NFA Mossberg 500 build?

Essential components include a Shockwave Technologies Raptor bird's head grip and lug, a shortened 14.5-inch barrel, and a Magpul M-LOK forend. The base gun is typically a Mossberg 500 pistol-grip-only model.

What legal risks are associated with concealing this type of firearm build?

Concealing this firearm can reclassify it as an 'Any Other Weapon' (AOW), which is regulated under the NFA and requires a $200 tax stamp and registration. It must remain visible to maintain its current legal status.

What is the primary advantage of this custom Mossberg 500 build?

The primary advantage is its enhanced maneuverability due to the shorter configuration, while legally bypassing NFA regulations that would apply to a Short-Barreled Shotgun (SBS) with a similar barrel length.

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