Mossberg 500AB 12 ga. fires both 23/4 and 3" shot shells. with two factory original boxed set interchangeable barrels (original box and packaging missing). 28" full choke (unvented) and 18" cylinder barrels. both barrels bright and clean. pristine wood stock. canvas protective case. SN. G107837. [auto]The 1974 "AB" designation is highly respected for its smooth dualaction bars and structural steeltosteel lockup inside the lightweight aluminum receiver. Having a pristine wood stock preserves maximum value because 1970s Mossberg stocks were made from quality dense hardwoods (often walnutstained birch or genuine walnut) featuring fine presscheckering that is very costly to replace or replicate today. The 28" Full Choke Unvented Barrel. Early 1970s field models featured solid. smoothtop barrels without a raised ventilation rib. The 18" Cylinder Bore Barrel. This is the highvalue centerpiece of the barrel set. An original 18inch smoothbore barrel is the definitive choice for home defense. converting the gun from a legacy hunter into a nimble security piece in seconds. Because replacement barrels from Mossberg routinely cost over $120 retail on the secondary market. this keeps the bundle value highly elevated. The exceptional cosmetic preservation of the 52yearold wood. paired with two spotless. bright bores spanning both utility roles (home defense and traditional field work). makes it an incredibly attractive package for someone wanting an authentic. reliable pump action built to a higher standard than today's budget entrylevel models.
