Maverick Arms Model 88 Complete Specs and Full Gun Specifications

Great first shotgun

This has been a great first shotgun. Being new to shotguns, I was at first skeptical to buying a cheaper pump shotgun. However, now I realize that I was clearly wrong and this firearm was well worth the money. I've fired many rounds through this thin

Good value gun

Good value shotgun. Cycled several rounds through it. Had a little issue with the magazine taking rounds at first but a couple of light taps on the plunger and it freed up and took rounds and cycled them just fine. So far, so good.

Price

a very good shotgun for a low price. you should try them.

Best shotgun for the price!!!!

I bought this shotgun last turkey season and this shotgun came through for me. The pump works great couldn't ask for a better working shotgun you can't beat the price.

Great gun at great price!!

If you want a good gun at great price then look no further! I have owned Remington 1100s, Browning A5s all good guns but this Maverick 88 has surprised me. Especially for price you can buy 7 for price of one A5. Lol. I absolutely love this gun!

Excellent Inexpensive Shotgun

I bought this about 6 months ago and have fired several hundred slugs through it. I have not had any issues. The only challenge with this gun is making sure the extractor pieces stay in while reassembling. Once you get that down, it is easy to take down,

True value

Don't let the price steer you away. This is a good shotgun. I fired some birdshot and slugs through it. I hit 2 in the same hole at 50 yards with the slugs. I plan on hunting birds, deer, and hogs with this gun. Shotguns are so versatile and fun! For

Discussion 1

my dad when i was 8 gave me a mossberg maverick 88 and i have been shooting it ever since

Outstanding value

Purchased this gun today after much research. Shot 50 rounds as soon as I got home of mixed loads - light target to heavy buck. All loaded, chambered, fired and ejected without issue. Gun shot very accurately. As for recoil, any 12ga. will recoil. Load, g

Mossberg 88 = Mossberg 500 -frills

The Maverick 88 is a toned down version of the venerable Mossberg 500. It has a slightly different receiver with a cross bar trigger safety instead of the 500's top receiver safety. Very similar to a Remington 870 safety. The 88 will accept any Mossb

Great For Turkey.

This gun is one of the greatest guns for the low price. I use it for turkey, skeet, and does. Just recently I killed a turkey at 55 yards. I'm 14 and it's not a heavy gun at all. Very good gun for a great price, I highly recommend it.

Just learning

Is this a good gun for turkey hunting I might sound stupid but I'm only 14 and all my friends hunt and I'm just starting

Best bang for your buck!

Bought all-purpose model w/ 24" vented barrel to do some clay shooting. Purchased 18.5" security model barrel for $60. Total for all w/ tax $250. Out of the box its tight & jerky - break it down & clean/ oil it... Bingo - smooth as silk!

Maverick 88

I have owned just about every type of shotgun(other than the Browning) and in my opinion it is as good as any other.

Great duck gun

Have killed many ducks with this. Am very happy. Dad loves this gun as well. AMAZING quality, especially for the price. Will buy it in 20 gauge in the future.

Good gun

First shotgun I've owned but not the first I've used. The price is great. Gun is sturdy, aside from the pump handle, which isn't flimsy or faulty in anyway, but is plastic and feels a little cheap compared to the rest of the gun. Operated p

Won't rotate shells

Bought a month ago started out dropping shells from the bottom when cycle while shooting skeet then was fine. Booked a dove hunt, then when practicing before hunt shells wouldn't hardly cycle would throw out shells but not load no mater how hard I pu

Bang for your buck!

If you want a good gun and your on a budget, this is the on for you. Reliable,dependable and all around tough shotgun. There's no gun on the market that makes you shoot better. You got to practice and do the work to be good. One great gun!!!

Good bang for your buck

Went to my buddies land and shot this thing. Loved it didn't skip a beat shot bird shot, 00buckshot, slug, great shotgun for the money, well worth it, tons of fun, and also great home defense too. Product of Eagle Pass, Tx, USA

Great shotgun

Cant go wrong with a Mossberg. I took it out the same day I purchased it and had a ball. I haven't owned or shot a shotgun in 41 years. It was like ridding a bike. Picked up where I left off. Great gun and great price.

The Best

I'm a senior citizen and wanted to up the ante a tad with home defense and use while fishing on my boat. This is one very very sweet addition which covers my purposes in spades. Few things in life are as distinguishable, yet pleasing, as hearing a pu

Great shotgun despite some comments of some!

This is a very well made shotgun. While it is certainly on the cheaper end, it's still made by Mossberg. They don't make junk guns. It does exactly what it is supposed to do.

Reasonable

This looks like an affordable gun that doesn't sacrifice on quality.

i love the pump action

this gun is a really good gun has never jammed on me

Great Shotgun

I received this shotgun for Christmas of 2014. Since I've owned the weapon, I've gone trap shooting numerous times and have put more shells through the gun than I could imagine. My father told me the gun was inexpensive, probably wouldn't s

Good shotgun for women to own.

The Mossburg Maverick 12 ga shotgun is simple and to the point.

Pretty Good

I got this a while ago so me and my dad can go hunting. Pretty good gun overall an amazing shotgun for the price.

Awesome Shotgun

This is a great gun for home defense. Nice weight to it and easy to shoot. I definitely recommend this shotgun!!

Love it!

Purchased this to Turkey Hunt with and I love it. Nice finish and great quality for price. Sales rep named Michael was very kind and helpful. I am a woman purchasing the gun and most places I have went to I am treated like becaue I am a woman and dumb to

Awesome Shotgun

I bought this a year ago never had a problem. just keep it clean and oiled.

Excellent

Shotguns finish is great, function is even better. Very tight and positive lock up. Cleaned and carried over to the range a functioned flawlessly. Gun has a great feel and fit.Looking forward to alot of years with gun in the field.

Cannot go wrong with this shotgun

First gun I bought. I wanted a home defense shotgun that was simple, inexpensive, and super reliable. Now after having it for a year it's still works/looks like the day I bought it. I have shot this gun several times at the range and have probably pu

Great Shotgun

have had this for 2 months and it has been great. Has never jammed and shoots and shoots.

WINNER!!!!

Took my 88 out to trap shoot. Haven't shot a pump action gun before (over unders in the past). Won the darn competition with it hitting all targets. Perfect! That says it all. No glitches. I could tell the other shooters didn't understand how I

Excellent All Purpose Shotgun

Purchased this shotgun in September 2015 for the upcoming quail season. You cannot beat this gun for the price. I have had it out every Saturday at the clay pigeon range and it performs very well. I have put around 300 rounds through this gun and it perfo

Versatile shotgun

Extremely versatile shotgun, I have customized my maverick 88 completely tactical for home defense and I love it have shot over 300 rounds with no jams or hang ups. Great shotgun for the small price tag

Great price

I bought this gun just the other day, so far I'm really happy with it! I just need a gun I can take in the field and not worry about scratching it up. But still wanted a quality gun.

Nice shotgun for the money

Happy to have a in expensive shotgun to use as a coyote thumper or as a truck gun it can take a beating

Work horse!!

I bought this as a throw around shotgun I don't mind throwing in the bed of my truck and I have been pleasantly surprised how great it is. It does need a little oil and breaking in out of the box but definelty my favorite shotgun.

Great beginner shotgun

Great big shotgun. This was my first shotgun and it does a great job. Easy to use and clean. Only problem I had was with one of the cleanings, I broke it down and had a hard time getting it back together. Took it to a smith and had it running perfectly in

Best value on the market

Sent my auto 5s off to have them ceramic coated because of rust, it took longer than expected to get them back. So in the mean time bought one of these to use. It does what is supposed to do and does it well. Simply cant be beat for the money and its made

Amazing gun

I bought this gun last year for 150, thinking it would do for now and wasn't to sure it would be all that great. But son let me tell you I have put over 100 slugs threw it and I don't know how many shells period I have shot but it has been a dre

Worth the wait

I'm knew i wanted to buy my first gun and because i'm not 21 yet i couldn't get a han gun but that still left me with a bunch to choose from. I finally realized i wanted a shotgun to be my first gun and after hearing this one come up in mul

Light weight,dependable

I bought this shotgun for my wife. Its light has little kick and very versatile with Mossberg 500 20 ga

Awesome Gun!

I was looking for a low price pump without sacrificing quality. I found it in this gun. Works flawlessly.

Great for the Price!

I was looking for a Remington 870, but decided on this. I cleaned it completely before taking it out. It is great for trap shooting with #8 shot. I later bought an 18.5" barrel for HD, using 000 buck. Lays out a great pattern at 25yds with either bar

for the price can't do much better!

This model has tons of tactical upgrades available.During hunting season I put on the long barrel and hunt dove full choke.when not hunting I convert it into a tuff short barrel riot gun for home defense full of 3"slugs and 00buck.very dependable!

Best Duck Gun

I bought this gun eight years ago and it has been dropped in mud, water, and everything in between by far the best shotgun for the money. I gave it new life when I put a mossy oak wrap on it.

BEST DEAL FOR THE MONEY

OK bought this as an extra home security deterrent and i've had a few Shotguns in the past costing twice some 3 times as much and I have to say the workings of this feel amazing and following the feed here reading that not much has went wrong with th

One of the best.

I have had mine for just under 2 months and have put around 100 shells down the pipe. With absolutely no complaint. One of the best guns I have owned. Very dependable, well built, and holds up through it all. It was a great buy and will recommend it over

Great value

I bought this gun a month ago and I'm happy with it.It is hard to beat for the money very dependable and made in the USA is the big selling point with me.

Best Bang for the Buck!

Just bought one 11/19/2014. Very happy with it. Mossberg 500 accessories will fit, barrels, chokes and stocks. I was not very happy with the Modified Choke that it came with, the pattern was terrible at 15 yards with 7-1/2 Target. Bought a RedHead Extra F

Very accurate!!

Have had this gun over 2 years and it never lets me down!

Great Purchase

Had used Mossberg Guns for nearly 3 decades. I enjoy these, first of all due to the where safety is located and me being left hand. Checking safety at times after shooting, is just looking not having to turn the firearm over. I am an avid duck hunter and

great gun for the money.

Purchased this gun when it was on sale. I was very pleased with everything except the alignment of the sights. I replaced the front sight with fiber optic and noticed it wasn't centered on the shotgun.

Good shotgun

This is a good gun and I haven't had any issues with it at all. I wish I would have gotten the model with the shorter barrel though because I use this for my home defense option. I plan on getting the replaceable barrel though so it can be used for b

great gun

Bought this a week ago and have put 200 rounds in it. No jams hang up or misfires love it all ready

Awesome for the price!

Couldn't ask for a better gun! It's very durable and GREAT for the price!

GREAT GUN

Beginner or veterans shooters alike will do great with this gun. It's great for a kid on a budget who wants to start shooting and it's great for a parent who wants to bring their child into the world of guns. I've put over 3000 shells throu

Great first shotgun

I had this gun and it shoots amazing i shot 1500 rounds with only one jam no problems this gun is a good beginner gun

Good Price - Good Communication

For a good price and a good weight and balance you can not get more off this Maverick, I'm glad I jump inn. Thanks Academy for all the info you have on this and the time you took to explaining everything to me.

Awesome for the price

As many of the other reviewers have already stated, there is absolutely no beating the value this gun provides. I bought this gun on a whim and am so happy that I did. It handles everything from dove shot to 3-inch steel shot for waterfowl. I actually too

Great Gun-at any price!!!

I bought a Maverick about 20 years ago for $125 and I am so glad I did! I have several other shotguns that cost a whole lot more, but the Maverick is still my go to gun. It is still reliable today as it was 20 years ago. If you need a shotgun and you are

This is a great value for an awesome gun

I bought this gun about a year ago when i was in need of a reliable shotgun for dove hunting and so far it has held up pretty well

Great gun. Great price.

Great gun. Only issue is the forearm broke after continued use. Mossberg replaced the forearm for free, though, even after the warranty was up.

Best bang for your buck!

When I was looking for a shotgun, I didn't want to pay an arm and a leg for something that would do the same job as any other shotgun. So when I saw this one, I knew it was for me. I'll admit, when i bought it, I was a little skeptical of the qu

Good shotgun!

This is a good shotgun that gets the job done. I've spent hundreds of shells through this gun and it never jams. Pumps smooth and very light. A really great gun for the price!

Fantastic shotgun

Bought this a few months ago for an inexpensive shotgun. It was a great choice! Used this to qualify for my security license to carry. This shotgun was outperforming guys using the full blown tactical shotguns. Couldn't believe how accurate it was! W

Great Gun

I pick up this gun at my local Academy Sports a couple of weeks ago. I finally had a chance to shoot it last weekend. I am impressed. I never knew a gun that cost less than $200 could be this good. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting an accurate

Maverick 88

Just got this shoot gun. Very inexpensive and shoots just good as a high end shoot gun.

Surprisingly Good

I bought 2 of the Maverick 88s in 12 ga for Christmas 2012 for my son and daughter. They wanted their own skeet guns instead of using my Rem 1100. The price was right on par for what I considered at the time to be a starter gun, but I find myself using th

Solid weapon

Bought this last month and put about 200 rounds into it. Solid build and reliable pattern. Gets a little hot but that is to be expected. Can't beat it for the price.

Good gun

I've heard it was a good shotgun. The only thing that hacked me off was that it took academy until April to friggin "recover" from Christmas. More power to academy. They still provide me with stuff for my .3006.

Perfect Shotgun for anything you need

I got this after my Yildiz S51P blew up in my face(don't buy that thing, it's a death trap). I've taken it to the range a few times and did clay target shooting by both launching and stationary and it is very accurate. Shot bird shot and sl

WoW!!!

This shotgun is worth at least twice as much than what is being charged for it. All Mossberg 500 series after market parts will fit on it and it will go through any off the shelf ammo you put in it like water through a fish. Get a home defense barrel and

Excellent shotgun

Fast, ultra reliable, eats what I put in her, what more can you ask?

this is a fantastic some shotgun

I have several shotguns. Remingtons, browning, etc. Pumps, over/under, automatic, side by side. Saw this shotgun on website and checked it out next time I was by academy. Bought it for duck hunting because cheap and composite stock. I shot 4 shot, 7 shot

I bought this gun over the summer and it works great for bird hunting. It can hold 4+1 and the kick isn't bad at all.

Good Shotgun for the dollar

I bought this shotgun towards the end of Dove season here in east Texas and for the short time that I have used it, it does what it supposed to do and that is shoot without any problems. I would recommend this for any new comers thinking about buying one.

great shotgun

I bought this on my birthday and I have done everything from squirrel hunts to deer hunts you can use any type of shells from cheep estate to Remington it will take it all it is also easy to clean do not use rifled slugs in the smooth bore you will not hi

Excellence for price

Have this weapon now for 2 months, and take her out shooting once a week at the range. I love the 28 inch barrel for accuracy and the simple mean and nasty intimidation factor of the long gun. I've fired no. 8 shot, 00 buckshot and slugs from Gladys

Good gun for the money!

Bought this not expecting much but found out its not a bad gun. I shot it the next day after i got it and it shot very well. I also put a full choke and buckshot in it and went deer hunting, i shot a deer bout 35 to 40 yards and droped her on the spot, an

Excellent Shotgun

owned shotgun for 2 years and has never failed me.

Great gun, great price

This gun is worth more than the price. I have fired over 150 shells through this gun and no hang ups, jams etc.. I've been duck and dove hunting and it shoots like a pro. Highly recommend if you want the best bang for your buck!

great starter shot gun

bought this gun 2 days ago put 100 rounds of birds shot down range flawlessly.. great base gun to build on.. lots of accessories to chose from and compatible with 500 series barrels to meet any needs..

Cool GUn For great price

lookss good and dosent cost too much feels a lot lighter than the 870

Best Bang for your Buck!

I've had this shot gun for over a year and it's rare I don't hit my mark. Best part about this shotgun is you can take it out on the field for clay or birds and replace the barrel with an 18.5", if you have one, for home defense!!

Mossberg Maverick 88

I already have a mossberg 500a and it has served me for years, I have all the tactical stuff on it so it's not easy to change barrels w/o messing with all the junk on the gun. Wanted to be better at skeet shooting and priced a 28" barrel out at

Great Shotgun!!!

I absolutely love my Maverick!!! This gun has taken everything I could throw at it. It shoots everything I've loaded it with and feeds perfect. After over 300+ rds of ammo this gun just keeps shooting! No jams, no misfeeds, no misfires. Extremely eas

great shotgun

Whats not to like? Great price, made in Texas, works flawlessly, loves all types of ammo. I bought it for home defense and put an 18" barrel and Knoxx-shock stock. It is an awesome gun to shoot, low recoil, . I've put probably 500rds. through it

Exellent gun! I own 2!

I love this gun! Its cheap and extremely reliable. I have the long version and this short version. I honestly have thrown it in a sandy river, the action was full of sand so i pumped it a couple of times, loaded it up and it shot every time (about 20 shot

This shotgun is one of my favorite out of the three I have. The Maverick 88 12 gauge is the first firearm I have purchase brand new. I normally purchase used firearms; Because they are cheaper. So on to the shotgun it's self. After putting a 150+ rou

I love this shotgun.

I AM ONLY NEW AT OWNING A SHOTGUN. BUT I LOVE IT. SHOT IT ABOUT FOUR TIMES NEVER HAD A PROBLEM . GOING TO SHOOT IT AGAIN VERY SOON. WOULD RECOMMEND TO A FRIEND.

Excellent Value and VERY Reliable

The Mossberg Maverick 88, made in Eagle Pass, Texas, is an excellent value for many reasons. First is it's attractive price. Second is the fact that, simply stated, it's just so darn reliable. Anyone who complains that the action sticks, or the

The 88

I have shot nearly a 1000 rounds through this gun with no failures. The great thing about this shotgun is that you can customize it nearly any way you want to for not a lot of money. I have changed the buttstock out to an ATI pistol grip/buttstock and it

I love this gun

This was my first shotgun and I love it! I have been skeet shooting for now and soon plan on using for the turkey season. It feels real comfortable and you can not beat the price.

Duck Gun Galore

When I first handled this gun it looked and felt very cheaply made. I heard it was a reliable gun so I threw my caution to the wind and gambled with the cheaper(est) option. I mainly hunt the harsh saltwater bays. Brackish water is as close as I get to fr

Present to myself

Action is smooth and did not fill the recoil when I fired it. I think my AR-15 had more recoil. Very easy to handle and assemble. Have to break it down because it is too big for my bag. I was so amazed with the action that I did not even look at the paper

Great entry-level shotgun

Easy for a beginner to become accurate with this shotgun; pattern remains consistent with whatever lead shells I've used (generally whatever's on sale). Just a warning, the barrel quickly gets hot during trap shooting. Few parts to worry about &

True bang for your buck

I purchased a Maverick 88 12 gauge field model. I've got several much higher priced guns from other manufacturers including Mossberg. When it comes down to it can I say that they do a better job than the Maverick 88 where it counts? Nope. You put she

great 12 gauge

i love this gun i put 200 round and 15 round of slugs through it and not a problem.

Good addition to any arsenal

I bought this gun for my 13 year old son last year at the unbeatable in-store price of $157.00. He shot his first dove with it and was ecstatic. A great utility gun that is less than his iPod! Certainly recommend this to any gun owner, first-time or veter

Superb Shotgun

Do not let the price fool you on this gun, it is a great performing scatter gun. It has an Awesome feel to it and the recoil is very mild. Cleaning is very easy as well. This shotgun is surprisingly accurate with slugs too. The action is crisp and easy to

Maverick 88

this may be a inexpensive shotgun but make no mistake this is a very good gun. The quality of this gun is good and its shoots as well as any of the higher priced shotguns. The only differerence i have noticed is that it has a little more kick than a Benel

American Made

This is my first shotgun and i love it. Not too heavy, easy to break down, easy to clean and Lot of Fun to shoot. I havent had any problems with it and I shot around 2000 rounds. I been using it for skeet shooting with heavy bird load, light load, and sup

great shotty

this was the first gun i got and i love it low price never messed up on me ezy to take apart and clean