Mossberg 500

The Mossberg 500 is a pump action shotgun model designed by O.F. Mossberg & Sons (often shortened to Mossberg)

History
Mossberg began producing 500s in the U.S. in 1960. It is based on a concept made by Carl Benson. The 500s have been used in several wars throughout history and are used in 74 countries. Not much else is known about its history. Several other models have been produced since the 500's debut.

Specifications

 * Cartridge
 * 12-gauge
 * 20-gauge
 * 410 bore
 * Action: Pump-action
 * Weight:
 * 5.25 Ib (2.38 kg)
 * 7.5 Ib (3.4 kg)
 * Length:
 * Barrel Length: 14-30 in. (355.6-762 mm.)
 * Feed System: 5-8 shells (w/ 1 shell in tube chamber)

Non-Criminal
The following non-criminal characters use/used 500s.
 * Season Two
 * Rick Silo ("No Way Out") - A deputy who is seen with a 500AT model during a stand-off with Frank Breitkopf.
 * Season Three
 * Unnamed gas station cashier ("Identity") - She is seen wielding a 590 against Henry Frost.
 * Enid White ("About Face") - She purchases a 590 to defend herself from Max Poole in "About Face".
 * Season Four
 * Aaron Hotchner - He is seen wielding a 500 Persuader model in "Brothers in Arms".
 * An unnamed Phoenix officer - He is seen attempting to retrieve a 500 in the same episode.
 * Season Six
 * An unnamed LAPD officer is seen with a 500 during a stand-off with Billy Flynn in "The Longest Night".

Criminal
The following criminals used 500s in their crimes.
 * Season One
 * Cally's Tribe ("The Tribe") - A cult who had two members armed with 500s (one with a pistol grip on the pump).

Real-World Criminals
The following real-world criminals used 500s in their crimes.
 * Richard Farley