The Mossberg 500 Deer features a 24-inch rifled or smoothbore barrel optimized for slug shooting, with rifle-style sights and a synthetic or wood stock for deer hunting in slug-only zones. Type: Shotgun Action: Pump-Action Caliber: 12 Gauge Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1961, USA Weight: 7.5 oz Overall length: 44" Status: Active Intended use: Hunting