# Mossberg 590 Shockwave Laser Tactical Shotgun, 12 Gauge, 5+1 Capacity

**Brand:** Mossberg
**Category:** Pump-Action Shotguns
**Caliber:** 12 Gauge

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 12 Gauge
- **Barrel Length:** 14"
- **Capacity:** 5 rounds
- **Finish:** Matte Blued
- **Weight:** 96 oz
- **Overall Length:** 26.37"
- **UPC:** 015813506380
- **SKU:** UCHGBrOW

## Description

The Mossberg 590 Shockwave is a pump-action 12 gauge firearm classified as a pistol-grip firearm (not a shotgun under federal law), which means it falls outside the NFA short-barreled shotgun category while remaining subject to state and local regulations.

### Key Specifications
- **Brand:** Mossberg
- **Model:** 590 Shockwave
- **Gauge:** 12 Gauge
- **Action:** Pump Action
- **Capacity:** 5+1 rounds
- **Barrel Length:** 14.4 inches
- **Chamber Size:** 3 inches
- **Weight:** 6 lbs (approximately)
- **Overall Length (OAL):** 26.4 inches
- **Sights:** Bead front sight with rear Crimson Trace Laser Saddle
- **Stock Material:** Synthetic with Raptor Birdshead Grip

### Detailed Features
The Raptor Birdshead Grip keeps both hands in line during the pump stroke and reduces the leverage that creates muzzle flip. The Crimson Trace Laser Saddle mounts over the receiver and projects a visible aiming point in low-light conditions, useful when a shoulder mount is not possible. The ambidextrous tang safety operates with either hand. At 26.4 inches overall and 6 lbs, it is compact enough for vehicle storage or tight spaces.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What gauge is the Mossberg 590 Shockwave?**

A: It is a 12 gauge firearm.

**Q: Who makes the Mossberg 590 Shockwave?**

A: It is made by Mossberg.

**Q: What is the barrel length of the Mossberg 590 Shockwave?**

A: The barrel is 14.375 inches long.

**Q: How many rounds does the Mossberg 590 Shockwave hold?**

A: It has a 5+1 capacity.

**Q: What type of action does the Mossberg 590 Shockwave use?**

A: It is a pump-action firearm with a Raptor Birdshead grip and a synthetic stock.

**Q: Does the Mossberg 590 Shockwave come with a laser sight?**

A: Yes. It includes a Crimson Trace Laser Saddle that mounts over the receiver and projects an aiming point in low-light conditions.

**Q: Where can I buy the Mossberg 590 Shockwave?**

A: Compare current vendor offers on this page.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> There's no sights except for this little bead right here that's the only way to aim this so it is terribly hard to aim.
>
> — [DonDadaGunReviews ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxrZPolI3rQ&t=146s)

> You only have two points of contact here and here and then it's a 12 gauge so it has a ridiculous amount of recoil.
>
> — [DonDadaGunReviews ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxrZPolI3rQ&t=153s)

> I'd rather take a pistol than this and I think most people if you was in a home defense situation.
>
> — [DonDadaGunReviews ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxrZPolI3rQ&t=247s)

> This gun sucks as it comes and most of them completely almost sucks I would say I give him two out of 10.
>
> — [DonDadaGunReviews ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxrZPolI3rQ&t=604s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

The 590 Shockwave divides opinion almost entirely along two lines: people who trained specifically for it and people who grabbed it without adjusting technique.

Shooters who practice the push-pull hold with the Birdshead grip find it manageable and note the compact size as a genuine advantage in confined spaces. The Crimson Trace laser gets consistent praise for low-light usability. Reliability across standard loads is generally reported as good.

The criticism concentrates on recoil (without a stock to distribute it, full-power 12 gauge loads are harder to handle than in a conventional shotgun), and on ergonomics for people with larger hands finding the Birdshead less intuitive. Legal classification questions come up regularly in discussions, since some states treat it differently than others. Battery life and durability concerns about the laser accessory also appear in a minority of reviews.

## Pricing

**16 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Gunbuyer Com | $549.99 |
| Grabagun Com | $569.99 |
| Buds Gun Shop | $573.49 |
| RK Guns | $579.99 |
| Palmettostatearmory Com | $579.99 |
| Gritrsports Com | $579.99 |
| Shootingsurplus Com | $580.10 |
| Kygunco Com | $587.91 |
| Centerfiresystems Com | $589.99 |
| Globalordnance Com | $599.93 |

*...and 6 more offers*

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