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Mossberg 500 Persuader 12 GA 20-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

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Home-defense-configured 500 with 20-inch cylinder bore barrel, bead front sight, and plain black synthetic stock. The Persuader name has been synonymous with the defensive 500 platform since the early 1980s.

Type: Shotgun

Action: Pump-Action

Caliber: 12 Gauge

Capacity: 5

Year introduced: 1980, USA

Weight: 7.25 oz

Overall length: 40.5"

Status: Active

Intended use: Home Defense/Tactical