Mossberg 500 Retrograde | 12 Gauge | 28 in | 5+1 | 50430

The Mossberg 500 Retrograde is a full-size pump-action field shotgun offered with classic walnut furniture and a vent-rib barrel. This model is chambered for 12 Gauge with a 3″ chamber and a 28-inch vent-rib barrel, configured for right-hand shooters. The Retrograde lineup emphasizes traditional styling with modern manufacturing for everyday field and sporting use.

Appropriate applications include upland hunting and clay/sporting clay fields where a balanced handling and reliable pump action matter.

Product Specifications

• The gauge is 12 Gauge.
• The action type is Pump Action.
• The barrel measures 28 inches and features a vent rib.
• The chamber accepts 3" shells.
• The capacity is 5+1 (magazine tube plus chamber).
• The barrel finish is Matte Blued.
• The stock material is Walnut with a corncob forend.
• The stock finish is Walnut (wood) and the stock type is Field.
• The overall length is 47.5 inches.
• The unloaded weight is approximately 7.5 lbs.
• The sighting is provided by dual bead sights (front bead and fixed rear).
• The choke system is Accu-Set with included tubes for full, modified and improved cylinder.
• The receiver is described in some manufacturer text as drilled & tapped (note: sources conflict; see notes).
• The UPC is 015813504300.

The Retrograde model pairs a traditional walnut appearance with the utility expected from the Mossberg 500 platform: a straightforward pump action, corrosion-resistant blued metalwork, and a ventilated rib for sighting and heat dissipation. Its balance and length-of-pull suit typical field use, while the Accu-Set choke system provides flexibility across common sporting loads.

Owners commonly praise the model for its reliable cycling and its classic walnut finish that suits traditional field shooters.

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