Maverick 88 by MOSSBERG, 12 gauge security model in wood furniture at the range shorty shells opsol

Published on October 11, 2021
Duration: 7:17

This guide details the installation and use of the Opsol Mini-Clip adapter in a Mossberg Maverick 88 shotgun to enable the use of shorty 12-gauge shells. The adapter allows for increased capacity and reduced recoil with specialized ammunition. Testing demonstrated successful function with both birdshot and buckshot shorty shells, though initial concerns about adapter retention were noted.

Quick Summary

The Opsol Mini-Clip adapter allows a Mossberg Maverick 88 12-gauge shotgun to reliably fire shorty shells, increasing capacity and reducing recoil. While a standard shotgun holds 7+1 rounds, with the adapter, it can hold up to 12 shorty shells, offering a more manageable shooting experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Introduction: Maverick 88 Customization
  2. 00:35Maverick 88 vs. Mossberg 500 Action Tube
  3. 00:59Maverick 88 Pricing and Availability
  4. 01:28Introducing the Opsol Adapter for Shorty Shells
  5. 01:37Testing Shorty Buckshot (Federal)
  6. 02:29Initial Opsol Adapter Concerns
  7. 03:36Shorty Buckshot Functionality Test Results
  8. 03:57Testing Shorty Birdshot (Challenger)
  9. 04:59Fun Factor of Shorty Shells
  10. 05:12Side-by-Side vs. Pump Shotgun Capacity
  11. 06:05Opsol Adapter Recap and Cost
  12. 06:54Conclusion: Shorty Shells with Opsol Adapter

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Opsol Mini-Clip adapter work with a Mossberg Maverick 88?

The Opsol Mini-Clip adapter is inserted into the chamber of the Maverick 88, effectively shortening the chamber to reliably feed and fire shorter 12-gauge shells, such as 1.75-inch rounds, which would otherwise cause feeding issues.

What are the benefits of using shorty shells with an Opsol adapter in a Maverick 88?

Using shorty shells with an Opsol adapter in a Maverick 88 increases magazine capacity and reduces recoil. For instance, a standard 7+1 capacity shotgun can hold up to 12 shorty shells, offering more shots with less felt recoil.

Can you put wood furniture on a Mossberg Maverick 88?

Yes, but it requires modification. The Maverick 88's action tube has pinned guide rods. To install wood furniture, you must replace the entire action rod assembly with one from a Mossberg 500 series shotgun, as these are interchangeable with the Maverick 88's bolt.

What types of shorty shells were tested with the Maverick 88 and Opsol adapter?

The test included Challenger 7.5 birdshot and Federal shorty buckshot. Both types of shorty shells were fired successfully, demonstrating the adapter's capability to handle different ammunition loads.

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