The Shotgun That Wants to Be an AR

Published on February 6, 2025
Duration: 1:26

This video reviews Mossberg's new 590R and 590RM shotguns, highlighting their AR-like design elements, particularly the ambidextrous rotary safety selector. While the safety is easy to disengage, the reviewer finds it less intuitive and natural to re-engage compared to traditional shotgun safeties or AR-15 safeties, requiring a grip adjustment.

Quick Summary

Mossberg's 590R and 590RM shotguns are designed with an AR-like manual of arms, featuring an ambidextrous rotary safety selector. While easy to disengage, re-engaging the safety may require a grip adjustment, making it less fluid than a standard AR-15 safety for some users.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Mossberg 590R/RM
  2. 00:05590R vs 590RM: Magazine Differences
  3. 00:14AR-Like Design Philosophy
  4. 00:26Safety Selector: AR-Style Ambi Rotary
  5. 00:41Safety Selector: Ease of Use Analysis
  6. 01:04Personal Preference: Traditional Safeties
  7. 01:13Target Audience: AR-15 Familiar Users
  8. 01:20Conclusion: Innovative but Not For All

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the Mossberg 590R and 590RM shotguns?

The primary distinction lies in their feeding systems. The Mossberg 590R is designed to accept detachable magazines, offering a more modern approach. In contrast, the 590RM retains the traditional tube-style magazine common in many shotguns.

How does the safety selector on the Mossberg 590R/RM compare to an AR-15?

Both shotguns feature an ambidextrous, rotary-style safety selector, mimicking the AR-15. While it's easy to disengage and make the shotgun 'hot,' re-engaging the safety often requires a slight adjustment of the shooting grip, making it less fluid than on a standard AR-15.

Who would benefit most from the AR-like safety on the Mossberg 590R/RM?

Individuals who are new to shotguns but have significant experience with the AR-15 platform might find the AR-like manual of arms, including the safety selector, to be convenient and familiar. This design aims to ease the transition for such users.

What is the reviewer's overall opinion on the Mossberg 590R/RM's safety selector?

The reviewer finds the AR-style safety selector to be a notable design choice. While acknowledging its potential convenience for AR-familiar users, they personally prefer traditional shotgun safeties and find the re-engagement process on the 590R/RM to be less natural and intuitive.

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