How Much Is a Mossberg 500 Worth? (2026 Value Update)

How We Calculate Used Mossberg 500 Values

The price of a Mossberg 500 is affected by its condition, the model or variant, and accessories or upgrades.

Gauge doesn’t usually affect the value of a Mossberg, by the way. You can often sell a Mossberg 500A (the 12-gauge models) faster than others, however, because that gauge is most popular.

Here are the gauge designations for Mossberg 500s in case you don’t know them:

• A = 12 gauge
• AB = 12 gauge with the dual action bar
• B = 16 gauge (no longer in production)
• C = 20 gauge
• E = .410 bore

Condition and Value

Guns in better condition are worth more. A gun’s condition has to be appraised by a firearm expert for an official grade.

Gun appraisal often costs a fee, but we do it for free online if you sell guns to us.

To see how we professionally evaluate your firearm (for free) and turn that condition into a payout, view our 3-step selling process for a guaranteed FFL offer.

Once you know the gun’s condition, by the way, you can use the key below for estimates:

Like-New or Mint

• The highest values for preowned guns
• Preowned but never actually used
• Perfect form and function

Excellent

• About 10% less than mint
• Only lightly used, wear is hard to see
• Near-perfect form, perfect function

Very good

• About 20% less than mint
• Used occasionally, with light wear in the expected spots
• No major aesthetic issues, perfect function

Good

• About 30% less than mint
• Used often but cared for properly
• Worn but not ugly, perfect function

Fair

• About 40% less than mint
• Used often and not cared for properly
• Wear is unsightly, mostly intact function

Poor

• About 50% less than mint
• Beat up, scratched, dented, or rusted
• May not even work

How We Appraise Mossberg 500 Models

Mossberg has released many submodels of the 500 over the years, thanks to its popularity. Below we give the estimated retail and resale value for Mossberg 500 models we see often.

Mossberg 500 Hunting All Purpose Field Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Hunting All Purpose Field is worth $130 to $270. A new Mossberg 500 Hunting All Purpose Field costs $450 at retail.

‍This is one of the most common versions of the 500. It comes in black synthetic or wooden stock options (add about $10 for the latter). Like the rest of the Field models, it comes in 12 gauge, 20 gauge, and .410 bore options.

Note that the best time to sell a Mossberg 500 Field is usually right before the hunting season, for obvious reasons.

Mossberg 500 Bantam Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Bantam is worth $130 to $270. A new Mossberg 500 Bantam costs $450 at retail.

The smaller version, with a more compact grip and shorter forend as well as barrel. You can get this in synthetic and wooden stock options as well, with a default barrel length of 24 inches.

Mossberg 505 Value

The average used Mossberg 505 is worth $120 to $240. A new Mossberg 505 costs $430 at retail.

The Mossberg 505 Bantam is the five-shot version of the Mossberg 500 Bantam. It still has the typical smaller grip and barrel. The LOP is a mere 12” on this gun.

Mossberg 500 Slugster Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Slugster is worth $130 to $270. A new Mossberg 500 Slugster costs $450 at retail.

This is the slug version of the pump-action shotgun, with adjustable rifle sights and a fully rifled bore. The 24” matte blue barrel is paired with a black synthetic stock.

Mossberg FLEX 500 All-Purpose Value

The average used Mossberg 500 FLEX is worth $200 to $400. A new Mossberg 500 FLEX costs $550 at retail.

This comes in both standard and Bantam versions. The Bantam comes with an even shorter 22” barrel than the regular Field Bantam model. It and the standard FLEX sell for about the same in both retail and resale, however.

These variants bring Mossberg’s tool-less FLEX parts to the table. They’re highly customizable when combined with the brand’s FLEX accessory lineup.

Mossberg 500 Retrograde Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Retrograde is worth $200 to $400. A new Mossberg 500 Retrograde costs $550 at retail.

This brings back the classic 500 styling, with a corncob forend and walnut stock. The field model is available with a 28” blued barrel, but the default version is an 18.5” one.

Mossberg 500 Super Bantam Waterfowl Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Waterfowl is worth $140 to $375. A new Mossberg 500 Turkey costs $520 at retail.

Great for duck hunting. This version of the firearm comes with a synthetic stock with a 1” spacer and a 22” barrel. The finish used is called “Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades.”

Mossberg 500 Turkey Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Turkey is worth $140 to $375. A new Mossberg 500 Turkey costs $520 at retail.

‍Again, the 500 Turkey comes in two options: the standard and the Super Bantam (the smaller version). The Super Bantam also comes with a 1” stock spacer. Both use synthetic stocks using the “Mossy Oak Obsession” pattern and sell for much the same price.

Mossberg 500 Turkey Tactical Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Turkey Tactical is worth $220 to $500. A new Mossberg 500 Turkey Tactical costs $640 at retail.

The tactical version of the 500 Turkey includes several upgrades like a six-position adjustable synthetic stock and adjustable LOP (from 10.75” to 14.25”).

Mossberg 500 ATI Value

The average used Mossberg 500 ATI is worth $220 to $500. A new Mossberg 500 ATI Tactical costs $640 at retail.

Six-shot, 12 gauge shotguns with six-position adjustable stocks. They also come with a pistol grip, heat shield, Akita forend, and repositionable shell holsters. They come in both FDE and Gray stock finishes.

Mossberg 500 HS410 Value

The average used Mossberg 500 HS410 is worth $80 to $170. A new Mossberg 500 HS410 costs $300 at retail.

The HS410 is the Home Security version of the gun. Made for defensive use, it has a youth-sized stock, vertical foregrip, and 18.5” barrel. It also comes with a spreader choke designed to make a wider pattern with .410 bore buckshot.

Mossberg 535 Value

The average used Mossberg 535 is worth $140 to $320.

The Mossberg 535 was a modification of the Model 500 that Mossberg created to be compatible with 3.5” 12 gauge shells. It was basically introduced in 2005 as a cheaper alternative to the 835 Ulti-Mag.

It’s since been discontinued but remains fairly popular in resale. It also came in several variants, including the 535 Turkey Thug version.

Mossberg 500 Persuader Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Persuader is worth $130 to $350. A new Mossberg 500 Persuader costs around $450 at retail.

The Mossberg 500 Persuader is probably most often associated now with Jack Reacher. This is a pistol-grip pump typically seen with a compact 18.5” barrel, heat shield, and collapsible stock.

Mossberg 500 Cruiser Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Cruiser is worth $110 to $330.

Mossberg’s Cruiser line is made up of stock-less pistol-grip shotguns. Short-barreled and found in six-shot or eight-shot options, these are often used for home defense.

The standard (non-FLEX) versions of this have since been replaced by the Maverick 88.

Mossberg 500 Road Blocker Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Road Blocker is worth $180 to $400.

The Mossberg 500 is among the most easily recognized of all the 500 models thanks to its dual-baffle muzzle brake. This 12 gauge gun has an 18.5” barrel and makes a hell of a lot of noise.

Mossberg 500 Mariner Value

The average used Mossberg 500 Mariner is worth $140 to $380.

The Mossberg 500 Mariner came with Mossberg’s corrosion-resistant Marinecote (a matte, silvery finish) for use in humid or wet environments. It sported an 18.5” barrel with a fixed pistol grip.

Mossberg 500 Centennial Value

The average used Mossberg 500 is worth $375 to $750. At retail, a new Mossberg 500 Centennial sells for $950.

This is a special limited-edition model, which accounts for its value. Sell this Mossberg 500 to collectors if you’re trying to offload one!

This is a model that holds value well. Because it’s a premium firearm in the line, we use a secure gun shipping and buying system to ensure every transaction is fully insured and legally compliant.

How Accessories Affect What We Pay for a Mossberg 500

Some accessories or upgrades can increase value when you sell a Mossberg 500 shotgun. However, this is generally up to the buyer.

Most buyers will only be willing to pay for the gun itself. It’s also rare for accessories from unknown manufacturers or in poor condition to be considered. Keep that in mind if you’re a seller.

If you can’t find anyone willing to buy your gun with all of its accessories, try us. We typically make offers for everything, from the firearm to the accessories you want to bundle with it.

Mossberg JIC Case or Tube

The JIC or Just-in-Case tubes from Mossberg are fairly popular containers for the Model 500. If yours is in great condition, consider selling it with the gun.

Value: Add $15 to $32.

Stock or Side Saddle Shell Carrier

Mossberg, Mesa, and a number of other brands make ones compatible with the Model 500. The hard/polymer versions tend to have better resale value since they wear less.

Value: Add 30% to 50% of the accessory’s  original value.

Forend Light

The Streamlight TL Racker is probably one of the most popular of these. If yours is actually compatible with your 500, try offering it to your buyer.

Value: Add 20% to 40% of the accessory’s  original value.

The Process to Sell a Mossberg 500 to Us

Selling a Mossberg shouldn't be complicated. Whether you have a standard Bantam or a Centennial, we provide a streamlined process that handles the heavy lifting for you.

• Step 1: Get an instant quote based on your gun’s specific model and condition.
• Step 2: Accept our offer and ship your gun with our prepaid label.
• Step 3: Get paid the same day we validate it.