Ok so let me say I've generally always been a fan of Mossberg shotguns. Except for the "Chainsaw", no one liked that thing.
So I wanted to find a shotgun that was short, mainly for transport, especially when ATVs or Helicopters are concerned.
I learned about the Mossberg Flex and it seemed like a really good idea. Within seconds you can change from a pistol grip to a full sized stock and even the pump.
Most Flex models are the 500 series. They are good shotguns. But I happened to see by chance that Mossberg made the 590A1 series in Flex. Not to mention that but they also made it in the Marinecoat.
The only differences between this and your standard 590A1 is the Flex stock and that this doesn't come with the Ghost Ring sights option. Everything else is the same!
This model came with a really nice carry case. It's a nice water "proof/resistant" case. Heavy duty zippers, lots of pockets, molle loops, and an outer case to make the whole thing even more waterproof. If it wasn't for the emblazoned Mossberg logo, you would expect it to even hold a shotgun.
Now there isn't much I can say about a Mossberg 590A1 besides they are built to military specifications. They work. I love the Marine finish, they stand up.
So lets move onto the Flex system. I was originally worried on how tight the system would be. I can honestly say, the stock feels pretty good. There is maybe about half if not less a millimeter of play. Barely anything to notice. As for the Flex lock, I expected more of a "snap" locking it in or having to use a little force to open it, but it opens really easily. It almost feels like it would open on it's own, but it doesn't. I've turned the gun upside down and shook the #### out of it. You have to pull it up and even then, the stock doesn't move an inch until you turn the lock bar 180 degrees.
The AR style collapsible stock is US made and even includes a " flaming ordnance bomb marking" on the butt pad I guess as a nod to the 590A1 being designed for the military. The stock is a standard AR stock with an adapter to fit onto the flex system.
Shooting it is like any other 590A1. I did a very quick "double tap" using Federal Truball, 12 gauge slugs at 50 yards. Pretty decent for my liking (the slight mark you see under the shotgun is just from the ball bearing from the "truball"). I'll be taking it to the range again later on to do a better overall accuracy test, although accuracy mostly comes from the type of slugs than it does a smooth bore shotgun.
If there is anything else someone wants to know feel free to ask. I'll take pictures of whatever parts you'd like and any every question I can.
So I wanted to find a shotgun that was short, mainly for transport, especially when ATVs or Helicopters are concerned.
I learned about the Mossberg Flex and it seemed like a really good idea. Within seconds you can change from a pistol grip to a full sized stock and even the pump.
Most Flex models are the 500 series. They are good shotguns. But I happened to see by chance that Mossberg made the 590A1 series in Flex. Not to mention that but they also made it in the Marinecoat.
The only differences between this and your standard 590A1 is the Flex stock and that this doesn't come with the Ghost Ring sights option. Everything else is the same!
This model came with a really nice carry case. It's a nice water "proof/resistant" case. Heavy duty zippers, lots of pockets, molle loops, and an outer case to make the whole thing even more waterproof. If it wasn't for the emblazoned Mossberg logo, you would expect it to even hold a shotgun.
Now there isn't much I can say about a Mossberg 590A1 besides they are built to military specifications. They work. I love the Marine finish, they stand up.
So lets move onto the Flex system. I was originally worried on how tight the system would be. I can honestly say, the stock feels pretty good. There is maybe about half if not less a millimeter of play. Barely anything to notice. As for the Flex lock, I expected more of a "snap" locking it in or having to use a little force to open it, but it opens really easily. It almost feels like it would open on it's own, but it doesn't. I've turned the gun upside down and shook the #### out of it. You have to pull it up and even then, the stock doesn't move an inch until you turn the lock bar 180 degrees.
The AR style collapsible stock is US made and even includes a " flaming ordnance bomb marking" on the butt pad I guess as a nod to the 590A1 being designed for the military. The stock is a standard AR stock with an adapter to fit onto the flex system.
Shooting it is like any other 590A1. I did a very quick "double tap" using Federal Truball, 12 gauge slugs at 50 yards. Pretty decent for my liking (the slight mark you see under the shotgun is just from the ball bearing from the "truball"). I'll be taking it to the range again later on to do a better overall accuracy test, although accuracy mostly comes from the type of slugs than it does a smooth bore shotgun.
If there is anything else someone wants to know feel free to ask. I'll take pictures of whatever parts you'd like and any every question I can.
