Mossberg Model 500 Bullpup

Published on February 25, 2019
Duration: 15:50

The Mossberg Model 500 Bullpup, produced from the mid-80s to mid-90s, offered a compact bullpup configuration using a standard Mossberg 500 action within a polymer chassis. While innovative for its time and featured in 80s films, its design suffers from poor ergonomics, including a difficult-to-reach bolt release and a gritty trigger due to the linkage system. Modern bullpups offer significant improvements in handling and trigger quality.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg M500 Bullpup, produced from the mid-1980s to mid-1990s, features a standard Mossberg 500 action in a polymer chassis. Despite its compact design and Hollywood fame, it suffers from poor ergonomics like a hard-to-reach bolt release and a gritty trigger linkage.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Intro: Mossberg 500 Series & Bullpup
  2. 01:38History of the Mossberg M500 Bullpup
  3. 02:46Chassis and Design Explained
  4. 03:40Sights and Ergonomics
  5. 05:04Technical Details & Variations
  6. 06:43Market Value & Controls
  7. 10:16Maintenance & Shooting Experience
  8. 13:23Modern Bullpup Comparisons

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the Mossberg M500 Bullpup produced?

The Mossberg M500 Bullpup was produced starting around 1983-1984 and production ceased in 1995. It gained popularity in 1980s Hollywood action movies.

What are the main ergonomic issues with the Mossberg M500 Bullpup?

Key ergonomic problems include a difficult-to-reach bolt release located inside a stock cutout and a long, gritty trigger pull caused by the linkage system. It's also strictly for right-handed shooters.

How does the Mossberg M500 Bullpup compare to modern bullpups?

While the Mossberg was an early bullpup design, modern bullpups like the Tavor, AUG, and KSG offer significantly improved ergonomics, trigger quality, and overall handling.

What is the current market value of a Mossberg M500 Bullpup?

As of the review, collector prices for the Mossberg M500 Bullpup were around $800 on auction sites like GunBroker, indicating its status as a collectible firearm.

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