Bantam (Youth) Model
For Young or Smaller Framed Shooters
Unlike other "youth" models, which simply consist of a shortened stock, the Bantam feature a specially shortened and contoured buttstock, providing more of a "custom" fit for young or smaller-framed shooters. In addition, the forend is positioned closer to the shooter for easier operation. Each comes with a single shot magazine plug for safe training of beginners. As part of Mossberg's continuing youth program, each Bantam model also comes with a half-price certificate for a full-sized buttstock and/or forend when young shooters outgrow their Bantam dimensions.
More Standard Features, Unlimited Versatility : - Shares many of the same stringent Mil-Spec standards of the renowned 590A1.
- 3" chamber
- Ambidextrous safety
- Quiet Carry dual action bars
- Factory-ported barrel
FEATURES : - 3" chamber handles all 2 1/2" and 3" shells
- Blued barrel
- Ambidextrous and visually convenient tang safety location
- Wide vent rib with white front and brass mid-bead sights
- 6-shot (field model) capacity - one less with 3" shells
- Full, fixed choke
- Positive steel-to-steel lock-up
- Synthetic stock - compatible with accessory Stock Drop Spacer System
- Strong dual action bars
- Anti-jam elevator
- Rubber recoil pad
- Includes a Cablelock and a Ten Year limited Warranty
GENERAL INFO : - Overall Length: 40 3/4"
- Weight: 6 lbs
- Length Of Pull: 13"
- Vent rib width: 3/8"
- Receiver scope base holes: 8-40 thd
- Drop at comb: approx. 1 3/8"
- Drop at heel: 2 1/8"
- Standard 6-shot limiting plug: 1/4" x 9" wood dowel
The Mossberg 500 Bantam pump action shotgun is the preferred choice of youngsters and smaller stature adults - from beginner to seasoned outdoorsmen alike.
The E-Z Reach Forend helps shorter arms better control the cycling motion, and combined with the bantam-length 22" barrel, they provide a more balanced and controlled shooting position.
Safety Features:
* The ambidextrous, easy-to-see and operate "top mounted" safety is a highly valued and recognized Mossberg feature.
* A free Cablelock is included to help assist with your firearm safety measures.
Versatility :
* Each Bantam model includes a "half-price" certificate enabling the user to purchase a standard size buttstock and/or forend assembly, factory direct, at half the advertised suggested retail price. It is well appreciated by young shooters who outgrow their Bantam dimensions, and a convenience for budget-minded families with various sized users, and best of all, the certificate has no expiration date.
Bantam Field, 410 Gauge, 24" Barrel, Blued, Synthetic Stock, Full, Fixed Sights
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 410 Gauge (410 Bore) shotgun cartridge is the only shotshell named by caliber (diameter) rather than the old "gauge" designation of round balls to the pound. Introduced in the U.S. in the early 1900s the 410 Gauge is the smallest shotshell in common use, offered in 2.5-inch loads with a 1/2-ounce payload and 3-inch loads with 3/4-ounce payloads. Most modern shotguns are chambered for 3-inch shells, but the longer shells cannot be used in guns with 2.5-inch chambers. 410 Gauge is a standard event in formal American Skeet competition. Because of its light recoil the 410 Gauge is often chosen as a "starter" shotgun for youngsters, but it is not an ideal choice; the light payload sharply limits range, effectiveness, and hitting ability, frustrating the efforts of generations of youngsters--and 410 slug loads are very marginal for deer. In the right hands at close range the 410 gauge is effective on upland game, but at its best it is a choice for experienced expert shotgunners.
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Craig Boddington
