Shockwave Strap Fail PSA...

Published on August 31, 2022
Duration: 0:10

This video highlights a critical failure of the factory hand strap on a Mossberg 590 Shockwave during use. John Lovell demonstrates how the strap detached due to recoil, posing a severe risk of hand injury by allowing it to slip towards the muzzle. The frayed nylon and mounting screw failure are shown, leading to a strong recommendation against using this accessory.

Quick Summary

The factory hand strap on the Mossberg 590 Shockwave detached during firing due to recoil, posing a severe injury risk. The nylon strap frayed and pulled through mounting screws, leading to a negative assessment and caution against its use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Strap Failure Introduction
  2. 00:02Safety Risk Demonstration
  3. 00:05Hardware Inspection
  4. 00:07Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to the hand strap on the Mossberg Shockwave?

The factory-installed hand strap on the Mossberg 590 Shockwave detached during firing due to recoil. This failure created a significant safety hazard, nearly causing the shooter's hand to slip towards the muzzle.

Why is the Shockwave strap failure considered dangerous?

The strap failure is dangerous because it allows the shooter's hand to potentially slip off the forend during recoil. This could cause the hand to move in front of the muzzle, leading to severe injury.

What caused the hand strap to fail?

Inspection revealed the nylon strap had frayed and pulled through the mounting screws on the forend. This indicates a material or design weakness under the stress of recoil.

What is the assessment of the Mossberg Shockwave factory strap?

John Lovell concluded that the failure is unacceptable and gave the factory strap a negative rating. He strongly advises caution due to the high risk of injury associated with its failure.

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