RE: Over/Under o/u Shotgun under $500.00
What are you using it for? That would play a big part in this decision as well as answers you will get on the subject. As is, I do tend to agree with Vapodog, save up a little more cash and do more homework on the subject. If possible shoot a few at a trap or skeet club.
Barrel length is also important. Shooting grouse or quail in tight cover a 26"-28" is good pheasant,duck,geese, sporting clays 28"-30" and strictly trap up to 32" barrels.
One suggestion would be to look for a used Belgium Browning Superposed, these are well made guns, but stray from it's bastard cousin the citori. You should be able to find these in very good condition for around 900 bucks or a little more.