The Mossberg 500 Youth Super Bantam Combo is a 20-gauge pump-action shotgun sized for younger shooters and smaller-framed adults. It comes with two barrels: a 22-inch fully rifled barrel and a 24-inch vent rib barrel, covering deer hunting and upland/clay work from one platform. The Mossy Oak Break-Up Country camo finish runs the full length of the gun. Weight is 5.3 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Gauge: 20 GA 
• Action: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches (vent rib) / 22 inches (rifled) 
• Weight: 5.3 lbs 
   

Features 

• Adjustable length of pull from 12 to 13 inches via spacer system, accommodating growing shooters 
• Dual bead sights on the vent rib barrel 
• Mossy Oak Break-Up Country camo finish 
• Accu-Set choke system for customizable shot patterns 
   

Usage 

The two-barrel setup makes this a genuinely versatile combo: swap to the rifled barrel with slugs for deer at reasonable distances, then put the vent rib barrel back on for birds or clay targets. The adjustable LOP means the fit can grow with a young shooter rather than requiring a new gun.

The Mossberg 500 Youth Bantam Combo is well-regarded among parents buying for younger hunters. The lightweight design and adjustable stock are the most commonly cited strengths, and owners appreciate having two barrels without buying two separate guns. The camo finish gets consistent praise from field users.

Recoil is the main caveat in reviews. Some younger or lighter shooters find the 20-gauge kick noticeable, and several reviewers suggest adding a recoil pad. The Mossberg 500 platform's reliability is a recurring positive point across discussions. Overall the sentiment is solidly positive for an entry-level youth shotgun.