The Mossberg Silver Reserve II Youth Bantam is an over/under shotgun in 20 gauge, sized for younger and smaller-framed shooters. The silver engraved receiver and satin black walnut stock give it a more refined look than most entry-level guns in this class. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Series/Collection: Silver Reserve II Youth Bantam 
• Action: Over/Under 
• Magazine Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Caliber/Gauge: 20 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Chamber Length: 3 inches 
• Weight: 7 pounds (112 ounces) 
• Overall Length: 42 inches 
• Stock Material: Black Walnut (Satin finish) 
• Receiver Finish: Silver Engraved Steel 
• Safety Type: Top Tang Safety 
• Sights Front/Rear: Bead / None 
• Choke Configuration: MobilChoke 
   

Detailed Features 

 
At 7 pounds and 42 inches overall, the gun is easy for younger or smaller-statured shooters to carry and mount without fighting the weight. The MobilChoke system lets you swap tubes to match the hunt: upland birds, clays, whatever the day calls for. The top tang safety puts the control right where your thumb naturally lands. The front bead keeps things simple for target acquisition without cluttering the rib. 
 

Target Audience 

 
Youth and beginner shooters are the primary fit here, but it also works for experienced shooters who want a lighter, compact option for small game or clay target work. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
Pheasant and quail hunts where you're covering ground on foot, youth clay target competitions, and introductory range sessions. The 20-gauge chambering and manageable weight make it a practical first shotgun.

Users generally like the Silver Reserve II Youth Bantam for what it is: a well-priced, manageable 20-gauge that newer or smaller shooters can actually handle comfortably. The lightweight design comes up constantly in reviews, and the 20-gauge recoil level is noted as appropriate for younger shooters.

The over/under layout gets credit for teaching proper form. It's intuitive to mount and point, and beginners pick it up without much struggle. Build quality reviews are mostly positive, though some note it doesn't have the tightness of higher-end guns, which is expected at the price.

Fit is occasionally a sticking point. While it works well for many youth and smaller adults, a few users mention that proportions may need minor adjustment for an ideal match depending on the shooter's build.

For the price, it's widely seen as a solid starting gun that doesn't embarrass itself in the field or on the range.