Description
The 12 gauge Shockwave gets all the attention, but plenty of folks who have run both will tell you the .410 version is the one they end up reaching for. At just 4.24 pounds with a 26.37 inch overall length, this thing is genuinely easy to move through a hallway or tuck beside the bed, and the mild push of .410 shells makes it far more pleasant to practice with than its bigger brothers. That matters, because the gun you train with is the gun you run well when it counts.
What Makes the 590 Shockwave .410 Tick
Underneath the compact profile is the same 590 action that has earned Mossberg its reputation for pump-gun dependability. You get dual extractors, twin action bars for smooth non-binding cycling, positive steel-to-steel lockup, and an anti-jam elevator. The tang-mounted safety sits right under your thumb and works the same for lefties and righties. The 14 inch heavy-walled barrel wears a matte blued finish, runs a cylinder bore, and carries a simple brass bead up front for fast, instinctive aiming at close range.
Built for Control, Front to Back
The signature Raptor bird's-head grip is shaped to roll recoil through your hand instead of hammering your wrist, and with .410 loads there is not much recoil to manage in the first place. Up front, the strapped corn cob forend keeps your support hand planted and clear of the muzzle while you work the pump. Mossberg also included a clean-out magazine cap, which makes tube maintenance quick and painless.
The 3 inch chamber gives you flexibility on ammo, from light 2.5 inch birdshot for practice to modern .410 defensive loads built specifically for guns like this. Capacity runs 5+1 with 3 inch shells, and you pick up an extra round in the tube with 2.5 inch shells. For a lightweight, low-recoil defensive setup that just about anyone in the house can handle, the 590 Shockwave .410 is tough to beat.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Mossberg
- Model: 590 Shockwave
- MPN: 50649
- UPC: 015813506496
- Caliber/Gauge: .410 Bore
- Action: Pump Action
- Chamber: 3"
- Capacity: 5+1 (3" shells)
- Barrel Length: 14" heavy-walled
- Choke: Cylinder Bore
- Barrel Finish: Matte Blued
- Sights: Front Bead
- Safety: Ambidextrous Top Tang
- Grip: Shockwave Raptor Bird's-Head
- Overall Length: 26.37"
- Weight: 4.24 lbs
What’s Included
- Mossberg 590 Shockwave .410 Bore firearm
- Shockwave Raptor bird's-head grip (installed)
- Strapped corn cob forend (installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
How much recoil does the 590 Shockwave in .410 have compared to the 12 gauge version?
Night and day. The 12 gauge Shockwave has a well-earned reputation for being a handful without a shoulder stock, while the .410 version is genuinely soft shooting. Between the light .410 payload and the recoil-rolling shape of the Raptor grip, most people can run this one comfortably all afternoon, which makes it a great fit for smaller-framed users.
What ammo can the Mossberg 590 Shockwave .410 shoot?
It has a 3 inch chamber, so it handles both 2.5 inch and 3 inch .410 shells. That covers everything from cheap birdshot for practice to buckshot and modern .410 defensive loads. Capacity is 5+1 with 3 inch shells, and you gain a round in the tube when running 2.5 inch shells. Slugs work fine through the cylinder bore too.
Is the Shockwave .410 a good home defense option?
That is exactly what it was built for. The 26.37 inch overall length and 4.24 pound weight make it easy to maneuver in tight spaces, and modern .410 defensive loads have come a long way in performance. The low recoil also means faster, more controllable follow-up shots than a comparable 12 gauge.
Can I add an optic or laser to the 590 Shockwave?
Yes. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so mounting a rail or a compact red dot is straightforward. There is also a healthy aftermarket for the Shockwave platform, including laser saddles made specifically for it, which pair nicely with the point-shooting style this firearm favors.




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