SHOTGUN MAVERICK 88 12GA 18.5″ P/A

The Mossberg Maverick 88 Security is a widely respected “workhorse” pump-action shotgun, popular in South Africa for home defence and recreational shooting due to its reliability and affordability.

Core Specifications (18.5″ Model)
Gauge: 12 Gauge with a 3-inch chamber (handles both 2¾” and 3″ shells).
Capacity: Typically 5+1 rounds (5 in the magazine tube + 1 in the chamber).
Note: Some retailers may list it as “6-shot” (total capacity) or provide configurations with different magazine lengths.
Barrel: 18.5-inch cylinder-bore barrel (non-choked, smoothbore), ideal for buckshot and slugs.
Action: Pump-action featuring dual extractors and twin action bars for smooth, reliable cycling.
Safety: Cross-bolt safety located conveniently in front of the trigger guard.
Weight: Approximately 3.1–3.2 kg (7 lbs), making it lightweight and maneuverable