Mossberg Maverick 88 Unbox/Breakdown & First Shots. Opsol Minishell Adapter. What Ammo Shortage?

Published on May 4, 2021
Duration: 15:43

This review covers the Mossberg Maverick 88, a budget-friendly 12-gauge pump-action shotgun, highlighting its simplicity and reliability for home defense. It details a comparison with the Mossberg 500/590, a full field strip, and the use of the Opsol Mini-Clip adapter with Aguila Minishells to increase capacity and ensure reliable cycling. Range tests confirm the adapter's necessity for 100% Minishell reliability.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg Maverick 88 is a budget-friendly 12-gauge pump-action shotgun ideal for home defense. It differs from the Mossberg 500 with its trigger guard safety and pinned forend. The Opsol Mini-Clip adapter boosts Minishell capacity to 8+1 and ensures reliable cycling.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Unboxing and Initial Impressions
  2. 01:04Maverick 88 vs. Mossberg 500 Comparison
  3. 02:30Field Strip and Breakdown
  4. 04:45Opsol Minishell Adapter and Capacity
  5. 06:48Range Testing: Buckshot and Minishells

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the Mossberg Maverick 88 and the Mossberg 500?

The Maverick 88 features a cross-bolt safety located on the trigger guard, unlike the tang safety found on the Mossberg 500. Additionally, the Maverick 88's forend is pinned directly to the action bars, making forend swaps more complex than on the 500 series.

How does the Opsol Mini-Clip adapter affect shotgun capacity?

The Opsol Mini-Clip 2.0 Flex adapter significantly increases capacity when using 1.75-inch Aguila Minishells in a 12-gauge shotgun like the Maverick 88. It allows for 8+1 capacity, compared to the standard 5+1 capacity with 2.75-inch shells.

Is the Opsol Mini-Clip necessary for using Minishells?

While Minishells can sometimes cycle without an adapter, the Opsol Mini-Clip is highly recommended for 100% reliability, especially in a defensive context. It prevents common cycling issues like shells flipping inside the receiver.

What makes the Mossberg Maverick 88 a good home defense shotgun?

The Maverick 88 is praised for its simplicity, reliability, and budget-friendly price point, making it accessible for home defense. Its straightforward operation ensures ease of use for anyone, even those less experienced with firearms.

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