The Mossberg 500 Field/Deer Combo is a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun packaged with two barrels: a 24-inch fully rifled barrel for deer hunting with slugs and a 28-inch vent rib barrel for field and bird shooting. Capacity is 5+1 with a 3-inch chamber and hardwood stock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 500 Field/Deer Combo 
• Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds 
• Barrel Lengths: 24" (fully rifled) / 28" (vent rib) 
• Chamber Length: 3" 
• Weight: 7.5 lbs. 
• Overall Lengths: 
  • Rifled Barrel: 43.5" 
  • Vent Rib Barrel: 47.5" 
• Sights: 
  • Dual Bead (28") 
  • Integral Scope Base (24") 
• Stock Material: Hardwood with checkered finish 
• Safety Type: Tang Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The dual extractor design and twin action bars make cycling smooth and reliable across different load types. The 24-inch rifled barrel is drilled and tapped with an integral scope base for mounting a rifle scope or red dot, suited for slugs at deer-hunting distances. The 28-inch vent rib barrel with dual bead sights handles upland birds, waterfowl, and clay targets. The Accu-Set choke system accommodates different shot patterns when using the vent rib barrel. 
 
The tang safety is conveniently positioned and accessible from either side. The hardwood stock with checkered finish provides a solid grip surface in wet conditions. 
 

Usage Scenarios: 

 
The Field/Deer Combo is a practical choice for hunters who need one gun to cover both deer season and bird season. The 24-inch rifled barrel swaps in for slug work; the 28-inch vent rib handles everything else. Recreational shooters who use the gun primarily for clays but want a dedicated slug option when deer season opens get good utility from this configuration.

The Mossberg 500 Field/Deer Combo generates favorable feedback from hunters who value the dual-barrel flexibility. Owners consistently note that having a rifled slug barrel and a field barrel in one package covers most hunting scenarios without buying two separate guns.

Build quality and reliability draw the same consistent praise the 500 platform always earns. Owners report solid construction and dependable cycling in varied field conditions. The hardwood stock is cited positively for its classic look and durable feel.

Weight at 7.5 lbs draws occasional comments, particularly for all-day stands or field hunts. Some owners note the pump action requires more practice than a semi-automatic for newer shooters. Customization through the broad Mossberg aftermarket is viewed as an advantage.

Overall sentiment is strongly positive. Most owners recommend the Field/Deer Combo as a versatile, reliable hunting platform that delivers genuine value for hunters who run multiple seasons.