The Mossberg 590 Persuader is a pump-action shotgun in 12 gauge. The 20-inch barrel has a fixed cylinder bore choke and a 3-inch chamber. At 7.9 lbs, it's on the heavier side for a defensive shotgun, but that weight also absorbs felt recoil. The polished chrome barrel finish and satin walnut stock give it a more traditional look than the typical matte tactical configuration. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Mossberg 
• Model: 590 Persuader 
• Type: Pump Action Shotgun 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 8 + 1 rounds 
• Weight: 7.9 lbs (shipping weight: 8.3 lbs) 
• Finish/Color: Polished Chrome / Walnut Wood Stock 
• Chamber Size: 3 inches 
• Choke Configuration: Fixed Cylinder Bore 
   

Features 

The pump action cycles a wide variety of 12-gauge ammunition reliably. The cylinder bore choke fires buckshot and slugs without restriction. Fixed bead sights keep target acquisition fast at defensive distances. The walnut stock and polished chrome finish set this apart visually from the more common black synthetic 590 variants. 
 

Usage 

At 8+1 capacity, reloading is infrequent for home defense use. The 20-inch barrel length keeps the gun manageable indoors while retaining velocity. Cylinder bore chokes pattern buckshot broadly at close range, which is appropriate for defensive work. The weight (7.9 lbs) can be tiring during prolonged carry but settles recoil.

Owners of the Mossberg 590 Persuader in walnut/chrome consistently praise its reliability and the finish quality, with weight being the main repeated criticism.

Reliability is the most-cited positive. The pump action cycles dependably with various loads, and owners trust it for home defense. The walnut and polished chrome finish draws genuine appreciation — it looks different from the sea of black synthetic shotguns, and the wood-to-metal fit is described as solid.

The weight is the most common complaint. At 7.9 lbs unloaded, it's heavier than comparable pump shotguns, and some find it tiring in extended use or hard to maneuver in tight spaces. Recoil with full-power 12-gauge loads is also mentioned, though most owners describe it as manageable rather than punishing.

For buyers who want a 590-platform shotgun with a classic walnut/chrome look and don't mind the weight, this variant delivers. Those prioritizing light weight or a tactical setup should look at the standard synthetic 590 configurations.