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Old 03-10-2008 | 12:24 PM
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I want to get into muzzleloading shotguns so I checked out a Traditions Muzzleloadingshotgunand they want about $800.00 plus taxfor one new.



I have a Mosseberg Model 500AB pump gun that I would like to convert. The barrel I want to use is a 3 inch, 28 inch, 12 gauge with a full choke.

I was hoping there was a way I could convert theold barrel into a muzzleoader shotgun barrel. Mosseberg used to sell a muzzleloading rifle barrel for this model ofshotgun.

Would anybody have any idea how this could be accomplished.

The only problem I can see is there really is not enough metal in and aroundthe chamber to thread it, for a breach plug.

As for the choke, I would machine a jug choke - if enough metal.

Am I flogging a dead horse or can this be done.

Your thought would be appreciated.

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Old 03-10-2008 | 12:30 PM
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You would probably be better off just buying the barrel for it for $92. Check the link.

http://www.outdoorsuperstore.com/product.asp?prod=292060
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Old 03-10-2008 | 12:35 PM
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I want to get into muzzleloading shotguns so I checked out a Traditions Muzzleloadingshotgunand they want about $800.00 plus taxfor one new.



I have a Mosseberg Model 500AB pump gun that I would like to convert. The barrel I want to use is a 3 inch, 28 inch, 12 gauge with a full choke.

I was hoping there was a way I could convert theold barrel into a muzzleoader shotgun barrel. Mosseberg used to sell a muzzleloading rifle barrel for this model ofshotgun.

Would anybody have any idea how this could be accomplished.

The only problem I can see is there really is not enough metal in and aroundthe chamber to thread it, for a breach plug.

As for the choke, I would machine a jug choke - if enough metal.

Am I flogging a dead horse or can this be done.

Your thought would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Apparently so:

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Guns-Firearms-Projectile-1501/hunting-shotgun-TURKEY-DEER.htm

Google Converting a Mossberg Shotgun to a Muzzleloader shotgun

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Old 03-10-2008 | 12:38 PM
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Semisane,

Thanks, it is good to know they are still available.

I want to have a muzzloading 12 gauge shotgun for it.
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Old 03-10-2008 | 12:57 PM
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$800 for a muzzleloading shotgun?

Pursuit pro is available with a shotgun barrel for around $300

CVA Optima/ Optima Pro/ Optima Elite are available with muzzleloading shotgun barrels.

Coverting your pump shotgun would be more trouble than its worth.
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Old 03-10-2008 | 01:34 PM
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I want to have a muzzloading 12 gauge shotgun for it.
Oops! I missed that part. It's not my eyes or reading skills, but my attention span.
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Old 03-10-2008 | 02:05 PM
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There is a knight tk 2000in the classified section of this forum189.00. really a good deal !!!!!!!
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Old 03-10-2008 | 06:49 PM
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Thanks dphobby,

Will check it out.
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