You'd Be Dead: Mossberg 590A1 FAILS

Published on November 5, 2014
Duration: 35:04

This review details a critical failure of the Mossberg 590A1 Magpul Edition during a high-stress 'Run N Gun' reliability test. Despite praise for its ergonomics, the shotgun experienced repeated light primer strikes, rendering it inoperable. A comparison with a standard Mossberg 500 highlighted the 590A1's specific issues, leading to the conclusion that this unit was a 'lemon' with potentially life-threatening failure modes.

Quick Summary

The Mossberg 590A1 Magpul Edition failed during a 'Run N Gun' test due to repeated light primer strikes. Troubleshooting pointed to potential safety mechanism issues or ammunition problems. A comparison showed a standard Mossberg 500 performed reliably, leading the reviewer to label the 590A1 a 'lemon'.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Mossberg 590A1 Test Setup
  2. 01:45Run N Gun Drills & Ergonomics
  3. 07:29Critical Failures: Light Primer Strikes
  4. 11:14Comparison & Final Assessment: 590A1 vs 500

Frequently Asked Questions

What critical failures did the Mossberg 590A1 Magpul Edition experience during testing?

During a high-intensity 'Run N Gun' reliability test, the Mossberg 590A1 Magpul Edition experienced repeated light primer strikes, causing failures to fire and rendering the shotgun inoperable.

What potential causes were identified for the Mossberg 590A1's failures?

Troubleshooting suggested potential issues with the safety mechanism dragging on the firing pin or hammer, or problems related to the ammunition's primer depth.

How did the Mossberg 590A1 compare to a standard Mossberg 500 in reliability?

In a direct comparison during the test, the specific Mossberg 590A1 unit malfunctioned repeatedly, while a standard Mossberg 500 model ran reliably throughout the drills.

What was the reviewer's final assessment of the malfunctioning Mossberg 590A1?

The reviewer concluded that the specific 590A1 unit tested was a 'lemon' due to its critical failures, emphasizing that such malfunctions could have life-threatening consequences in a real-world situation.

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