Mossberg 54330 500 Bantam 20 Gauge 22" 6-Round Pump-Action Shotgun

The Mossberg 500 Bantam Combo Youth 20 Gauge is purpose-built for young shooters and smaller-framed hunters who demand versatility without compromise. This pump-action shotgun bridges the gap between hunting and sport shooting with interchangeable barrels that transition from clay target work to rifled slug hunting in seconds. At 11.2 pounds, it remains light enough for extended field use while maintaining the legendary reliability that has made the Mossberg 500 platform the standard-issue choice for law enforcement and military operations worldwide.

This combo package ships with two barrels: a 22-inch ventilated rib barrel for smooth target acquisition and a 24-inch fully-rifled barrel equipped with Accu-Set choke compatibility for precision slug shooting and deer hunting. The blued steel receiver and fixed wood furniture provide a classic, durable finish that resists corrosion in field conditions while maintaining ergonomic control. The 5+1 capacity (five rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber) meets all state hunting regulations while providing adequate firepower for tactical training and home defense scenarios. Pump-action operation requires positive manual cycling between shots, giving shooters deliberate shot placement discipline—critical for hunting ethics and tactical proficiency.

Youth hunters, smaller-statured adults, and firearms instructors managing training programs will find this model invaluable for building foundational shotgun skills and shotgun safety fundamentals. The Bantam designation reflects a shortened stock geometry designed for proper sight picture and recoil management on lighter frames—critical for consistent accuracy and safe handling. Both barrels accept standard 20-gauge ammunition, including target loads, birdshot, buckshot, and rifled slugs, making this platform adaptable for clay sports, upland game, waterfowl, and big game applications. Right-hand operation with traditional controls ensures compatibility with standard tactical and hunting accessories on the market.