Hello people. I'm gunbuddy. I have owned 500's on and off for over 35 years now. I just recently bought two more last week. One is a Mavrick model #88 -20 ga. and one is a Maverick model #88 -12 ga..They are light and fun to shoot. And the cost was low. I'm looking to make the 12 a home security gun with a smaller barrel ,18 1/2 " and pistol grip and forearm. Maybe others items to. I have never had one Mossberg give me trouble of any kind. (ever) . And I have had a few. I am a welder by trade but was retired because of years of lifting steel and bending so much on the job. When you have to take med. for pain no one wants you anymore. So I am on disability for life. That sucks don't it ? But I have hunting and fishing to keep me going. Love the outdoors to.