I’m nearing 11,000 rounds through mine. Everything from buck shot, bird shot, slugs, dragon’s breath, and more. Cleaned it probably 4-6 times and I’ve had zero issues. Absolutely the best $180 I’ve ever spent (yay sales)!
@@ammana6553 But think about all the training and range time 11,000 rounds is. Versus 2 grand for a M1014. I think it's definitely worth it to start out with the maverick, spend the 2 grand on shooting it... then down the line upgrade to a nicer scatter.
I got my Maverick 88 for free from an old ex buddy. I shoot it every now and then and idk there’s just something about it that I favor over the Mossberg 500 Persuader. It just sounds like a shotgun should
Picked up a Maverick 88 as my first gun ever when I was around 16 a little over 10 years ago. Cheapest gun in the Wal-Mart case back then. Great gun for the price. I've put thousands of rounds through it with zero issues.
Also my first from wally world too. I believe I paid about 170 bucks out the door about 15 years ago. Hunted only dove with it and also clay pigeons so far. Very accurate and always been reliable.
@@zegumazim6107 haven't handled any of the more modern versions but they appear to be good with very few changes. I think a majority of the changes have been cosmetic.
Got my Mav 88 about 6 years ago. I trust it with my life. I now own the 590, but my trusty 88 will answer the door first. 20" bbl, 8 shots of 2-3/4" or 13 shots of mini shells (if you can find them)
I absolutely love the Mav88! It has chewed everything I've fed it. It's absolutely a Honda Civic! I prefer this one over the 500, primarily because I like the cross bolt safety.
I got mine at my local Academy a year or so back. Got the 18 1/2" barrel model. It was priced at $199. But after the 20% in store discount they gave me, I got it for $160- brand new ! One hec of a deal.
I inherited a Maverick 88 from my wife's late father. I upgraded to a full-length barrel, and I absolutely love it. I shoot a lot of clays and with the full barrel I use it for everything. It's a great gun that proves you do not need to go into debt to get a great shotgun.
I keep one of these as my bedside gun and it's perfect in that application. It's cheap enough that I don't care if it gets banged up sitting outside a safe and it's reliable enough to count on in an emergency, even if it hasn't been touched in years.
Turkish shotguns are actually decent quality for the price usually, but I don't think it would be wise to spend a lot on a Turkish shotgun because it's known that different brands still use the same parts from the same factory as other shotguns to cut costs, although there are still a few good ones out there. However, Italian is the way to go if you're looking for an expensive shotgun imo.
@@cappuccinosnephew1382Watch tfbtvs shotgun burn downs. Most of them are literal trash. Anyone I’ve known that’s gotten them because how cheap they are they’ve always self destruct before even putting a few hundred shells through them.
In my case before I learned about the Maverick 88 I never knew in the very beginning that the Maverick 88 is made by Mossberg. I was at Turner’s Outdoorsman in San Bernardino, CA and I saw a 20 inch barrel, 12 Gauge, 7+1 Maverick 88 for sale and it was used for $100.00. I took advantage of that and bought it. I love mine! No complaints, no regrets. It’s very similar to the 500. Just a few minor stuff that are not the same as the 500. Best $100.00 (plus tax) I ever spent on my first pump action shotgun.
I got an 88 for my 13th birthday, it has the big script Maverick by Mossberg on the side. I treated it like a dog, left it outside, kept it in a musty old barn, hardly cleaned it, but every dove or deer I ever killed was with that gun, and I still have it. Finish looks like black sandpaper and gets surface rust in a flash but it works just fine and hasn't failed, yet.
I've had my 88 since I was 16. (Almost 2 decades ago) I've used it for everything from dove and deer hunting to target shooting and qualified with it when I worked as an armed guard. Thousands of rounds with all original parts and it still works flawlessly. I literally trust this firearm with my life. Is it fancy? No. Is it beautiful? No. Is it a well made piece of American craftsmanship. You bet it is! All hail Hickok! Murica!
I have a buddy who’s had one for 3-4 years. It was his first shotgun and one of the first in our group to get one. We have beat the absolute crap out of that thing and he’s hardly even had to clean it. Phenomenal gun. It’s so phenomenal that just today another buddy of mine was in the market for a shotgun and we went out looking for a 500 or an 88 and he came home with the exact folding stock model that I’ve been been shooting with my other buddy for years. Great gun.
My 88 is over 22 years old and still going strong. I couldn’t even tell you how many rounds have been fired through it over the years but it still looks great. Excellent value for sure.
I wanted to say that this video pushed me to get this as my first (purchased) gun. I saw this review, thought about it, did research because California laws are very stupid and after getting a stupid 'safety' card as well as waiting 10 days, I finally got it yesterday. A few hours playing with snap caps I bought during the waiting period and I can manipulate the gun like a competition shooter lol. Thank you Hickok, if it weren't for this video, I never would have known one of my dream guns (a mossberg cruiser) was so cheap that even I could afford it! I got a hogue grip and a fiberglass heat shield since I was so impatient during those 10 days, turned my maverick into a badass cruiser the moment I got home. Part of me is a bit upset at you though, I now have the urge to get an AR, a decent glock, maybe an sks.... dear god what have you done to me
I bought one in 2005 for personal protection while working in New Orleans after Katrina hit and was lucky to find it. I still have it and would have to say without a doubt it was the best $219 I've ever spent on a gun. I've never had the slightest hint of a problem. It doesn't pretend to be a 500 or 509 but its value as a house and yard gun can't be beat.
@@TheTruth-sd8ey Recoil is stout. With high brass shells it can be brutal. I have no complaints but for the average home owner looking for a house gun for protection the whole family can shoot I would recommend this or something similar in 20 ga. The reason is because in a self defense situation the shot should be inside 21 feet where the pattern will still be tight enough to remain effective.
@@Slugg-O I've read this shotgun weighs only 6 lbs. Would such a low weight contribute to a high recoil? Or maybe a hollow polymer stock? How would you compare the recoil from Mossberg Maverick 88 to Mossberg 500, Remington 570 or Winchester SPX Defender? I am deciding between one of those, but my budget is low, since i just bought an AR, so Maverick caught my attention. If i had the money, i'd probably go with Remy, but it's morr than twice the price here.
@@TheTruth-sd8ey to be brief, all NON semi-auto (gas or inertia) recoil is directly proportional to weight (gross and balance). This is buffered by what recoil pad you use. Therefore: lighter; more recoil (see Newton). Buy a great RELIABLE firearm, the one you can afford. You can aftermarket the recoil later. It's all about mass (the science version, not Sunday Soul Sessions).
I bought a Maverick model 88 just like the one you’re demonstrating in this video after watching your first maverick 88 video a number of years ago. The first one I got had a major feeding issue. Even after trying a bunch of different brands of ammo, it would not feed reliably at all. So I took it back to the store, the guy that sold it to me, tested and verified that it was a lemon. He said he has never seen one of these come back in all the years he’s sold firearms. Anyways he swapped it out for another one and it worked flawless!
I've had my "88" for over 20 years, and it's the only shotgun I use. I've used it across the board from hunting to swapping the barrel to 18.5 and pistol grip for home defense. With 1000+ shots through it, I've never been disappointed!
One thing to keep an eye out for, is on these shotguns, there is a pin on the receiver that holds the trigger group and stuff in place, it can work its way out and it's a headache to get back together.
The 500 is THE most common Pump-Shotgun. 1960 to Present. 12 Million made. You just don't hear of it advertised as much as the Remington 870, which was produced from 1950 to 2020, and then 2022 to Present. There's almost 12 Million 870s.
I think it's hard to beat for the price point. I did some work for an old lady (I'm a handyman) and she wanted to barter me the shotgun. Has served me well and I feel like it's always good to have a few cheaper options around for SHTF scenarios and maybe you need to arm friends and family.
I love my Maverick 88, its great for home defense. Out of all my weapons its one of my favorites. I think I paid about $225 for it. Great video by the way! This guy is a sharp shooter for sure
Mossberg Maverick was my first shotgun since 14 years old and I am 67 now. I have been a buyer of Mossberg ever since. Mossberg buyer for life. I have a 500, 590, 930, the new 940 Pro Tact and it is so smooth and easy on your shoulders. Love it 😀 👍👍👍
I've owned my Maverick 88 Security model (20" barrel, 7+1 cap) for several years. It's loaded next to my bed and is my go-to for home defense. Rock solid reliable. I've added a snap on fiber optic sight to replace the brass bead, a hand strap on the foregrip, and I carry extra rounds on the stock. I trust it to protect my family here in Tacoma, WA.
The Maverick is the best bang for your buck you’ll ever have in a firearm. I would recommend setting aside an extra $100 to get a 500, but if you’re on a budget, this’ll do just fine for home defense, hunting, you name it.
@@srgranke maverick has a shorter barrel, a worse trigger group, it’s not ambidextrous, it doesn’t have a vent rib, and there’s less options for customization. It’s basically just a slightly worse version of the 500 that sells for much cheaper.
@@heroesinhoodies1210 Barrel, and thus vent rib, is a nonissue since 500 barrels can be used on the 88. EDIT: Oh and you can buy 88s with a vent rib. Mossberg's branding is "all purpose"
@@randomlyentertaining8287 Absolutely right about the barrels. I swapped out the defense barrel with a mossberg 500 accu choke barrel so I could shoot trap and skeet with it and love it.
Two guns I wish I never sold: my 10/22 and my Maverick 88. The 88 was a basic, bland but great shotgun. Never jammed, easy to clean, shot well and was built solid, not mention very affordable. EDIT - I know I can buy them again. I also kept my better ones and have bills to pay... I was just saying how good they were.
It's pretty much a Mossberg 500 with a crossbar safety and a one-piece forend. For only _$200._ It's right up there with Costco's $1.50 hot dog & soda as one of the most insanely great deals you'll ever find.
The gun that got me into guns. Received one as a gift in around 2009. It was already heavily used but I've shot it many times over the years since then and it's always functioned perfectly.
I bought my Maverick-88 with a 24" RIFLED barrel called the Slugster, shortly after getting my Mossberg 500 Combo. I love the Maverick with the 18" barrel from the 500 but will also swap out the 28" Skeet/Trap Ventilated Rib barrel when shooting in the high plains of Colorado. Both of the Mossbergs shoot like a dream and the action are smooth and FAST. Mainly the Maverick is for Home Defense with the 18" barrel and 00-Buck or #4 loaded, The 500 is in the Gun Rack above the Safe with the 24" barrel and SLUGS as a backup. Life is Good with a pair of Mossberg 12ga shotguns.
My first firearm was a Maverick 88. Bought it for 79$ at Service Merchandise. Sold it too a friend who won't sell it back. Just bought another one last week for 249$ This one has a pistol grip and over folding stock.
Thanks for sharing the love on the 88. Love mine. Best inexpensive shotgun available. Not a lot of frills, just a solid basic shotgun that will happily eat what you feed it.
I sold many of these when I used to work at a gun store here in Las Vegas many years ago. Works great when you need it! I had praises from people who are business owners and home owners who have used it to scare off criminals from hearing the rack and load in a positive way to include self defense to which it did its job to protect its owners in self defense. Fantastic value for self protection...
Thanks hickok for this video, I just picked myself up one of these last Friday. Brought it to the range to shoot clay, and I'd say I got my moneys worth, very solid gun.
First round through my 88, the front bead flew straight off. Never bothered replacing it or trying to contact them. That was the first gun I ever purchased and to this day I’m beyond in love with it
Love this shotgun with the bottom of my heart. Cheap, reliable, sturdy, comfy, simple and accurate! Not a single malfunction approximately 400 shells later. Best 200$ I ever spent!
Love my 88! Swapped out the stock and forend with the Hogue overmold short LOP stock and upgraded the forend with the nut adapter to run a 500 forend. Added the OPSol adapter to load up 12 short shells of .00. Added the side saddle pic rail and a inexpensive red dot and also added the perforated barrel shield found on the 500’s. Makes for the perfect defensive shotgun at a low price point!
How do you like the OPSol adapter? I have one in my Maverick and she cycles those shorties, both Slug & #4 Buck like a champ. A good investment for Home Defense.
Been a fan of yours for years. You are one of the few that just keeps bringing good reviews and your delivery is definitely informative. You were definitely a teacher. God bless and may you be blessed to keep making some good content for us. My Mav 88 is a dream. I walked into a pawnshop and they tried to talk me into a Citadel 12ga semi-auto. I took it home for about $225 3 days later. Soon as my background passed....I went in and returned for the 88. Glad I did. Nothing but great reviews and it is reliable. I have the 28in model but she does good for home or hitting turkeys outside. Love it. For the price and what I need it for....can't see spending more money on another shotgun down the road to add.
Bought mine a few years ago from Academy Sports & Outdoors for a whooping $158.00 on sale. I used a Sears/J.C. Higgins (Wichester model 12 clone?) for years! This Maverick 88 seems very similar. Dual slide bars and pretty good action. The only difference that I can "really" tell is the 3 piece bolt assembly. Have put probably 1,000 rounds or more through it (target practice, dove and turkey huunting) and haven't had the first bad issue with it!! Would definitely recommend it!!
I have a Maverick 88 and absolutely love it all my shotguns are smooth bores I grew up with that which is another thing I like about a Maverick is that they're bluing them instead of just parkerized now I'm always appreciate to see that the company is still taking the time to do that! Great video thank you !
This was my first firearm for 189$ at big5 lol on Black Friday. I was 19 and just had a baby and got a new house. Since then I’ve bought, traded, sold, and learned about nearly 100 guns the one consistent gun that has never left my small arsenal is the maverick 88. Easy one of the best shotgun I bought. You should get one, especially for the price.
my best friend got me my first shotgun for Christmas this year. He got me this Mave and the next day we took it to the range. I had a blast trying it out. I am so happy this gun was my first gun and as well as my first time shooting one.
I’ve taken quite a few turkeys with my Mav 88. A little secret: A Mav 88 with basic #4 shot will take a Turkey every bit as well as a Super Nova with super expensive, boutique, “turkey loads” that cost 4x as much as basic shotshells.
@@whiteyfisk9769 my last two turkeys were taken, walking together at 35 yards. 2 3/4” # 4 shot. I’ve used shells from the same case of shells I bought 10 years ago. Hype is hype.
At close range you'll be able to, but not nearly as easily as with a dedicated Turkey load. Hornady 3" magnum BB coyote loads with the versatite wad and 1½oz nickel-plated lead shot is a game changer for Turkey aimed center mass. They're expensive but will extend your range a lot. Check them out.
I recently inherited my late father-in-laws Maverick 88 and I have to say, I enjoy shooting it. As a joke, my brothers and I went trap shooting and I decided to give it a go with "Don's" old 88. I am in no way a pro trap shooter, but I had a great time time showing up the brothers and their expensive over and unders with a 200 dollar shotgun. Thanks Donny, I will cherish this gun forever.
Got my 18 1/2" barrel 12 guage model, new, at my local Academy about a year ago for $160. It was priced at $199. But they gave me an in store discount. Hec of a deal for such a reliable, tough shotgun.
I picked one of these up about 14 years ago. I replaced the fixed stock with an adjustable with a pistol grip. It’s a great home defense shotgun and I’ve even carried it in my truck when traveling.
Just turned 18 Saturday and bought the all purpose variant yesterday, just waiting the 10 days to get it, loved the video sir, thank you for years of amazing content
I think Hickok45 if anything, has done the masses a great service in bringing the lowly 5 or 7 round pump shotgun back into the spotlight and can really showcase that they have excellent range and versatility, especially with slugs. He has definitely shown that you don't need a 30-60 round semi with a drum mag to protect hearth and home and has hopefully inspired people to become skilled with a scattergun. It's funny how people think a pump gun is a beginners gun.....
I have one (88) and I love it. I've taken rabbits and pigeons (clay) with it. I've had it about 3 &1/2 years and I like it just as well as my Mossberg 500.
There's very little difference between the two, and for the price jump I don't see any reason to choose the 500. I've put over 5k rounds of buckshot and slugs through my 88 with zero issues.
@@MB-jg4tr I bought the 500 years ago before I'd even heard of the Maverick. I saw the Maverick for 200 bucks and thought 'what the heck '. I'm really glad I got it now. Great shotgun for the money.
Yep. Barrels interchange. I had an extra Maverick bbl and gave it to a friend in MO. He took the 20" deer bbl off of his Mossy 500 and replaced it with the 26 oe 28 inch (whichever length is stock on the plain Jane Maverick) and he loved it and of course, we had an immediately had some backyard fun on the farm...which included his sons and daughter, and inlaws, a couple neighbors and a guy who happened to be driving by and heard the shootin and laughing and drove u to see what was going on. I am glad he showed up because he was a worse shooter than I am when shootin clays.😒
I bought my 88 from academy sports 4 years ago for 188 dollars. Great gun functions great. I bought the buttstock replacement with pistol grip and ar15 style stock. Much more controllable. Fantastic gun replacement stock and pistol grip 100 bucks. Worth every penny
I have an MM 88 I bought in 1995 .It is one of the best defensive weapons I have ever owned. As you can see it is very accurate and comfortable to shoot. For up close and personal it is devastating !!
Bought a maverick,30 inch barrel full choke way back 1993. It was 300 Canadian,I reside north of your border, it came with a mossberg cable lock,great shotgun. So 😢 about the school shooting, 🙏 for the families.
I love my 500A I purchased it in Virginia Beach back in the late 90’s had to wait 3 days for background check I was on active duty in the military, great shotgun(500A)
I have one and I love it. It's the cheapest gun I've ever purchased and it's my favorite gun I own. Simple, functional, fun to shoot, and I think it's a beauty too.
Mossberg firearms were originally created in Connecticut by founder Oscar Mossberg and his sons Iver and Harold. But since 1989, a significant amount of the company's product has been manufactured in the Lone Star State.Apr 6, 2020 Mossberg is an American Icon. I need me one.
Maverick 88 is the epitome of :
Price doesn't matter, Self-Defense does...
Ready. 😊
I’m nearing 11,000 rounds through mine. Everything from buck shot, bird shot, slugs, dragon’s breath, and more. Cleaned it probably 4-6 times and I’ve had zero issues. Absolutely the best $180 I’ve ever spent (yay sales)!
That's 3k worth of ammo tho lol
@@ammana6553 it hurts more when you put it like that :(
Lol i never cleaned mines
@@ammana6553 But think about all the training and range time 11,000 rounds is. Versus 2 grand for a M1014. I think it's definitely worth it to start out with the maverick, spend the 2 grand on shooting it... then down the line upgrade to a nicer scatter.
I got my Maverick 88 for free from an old ex buddy. I shoot it every now and then and idk there’s just something about it that I favor over the Mossberg 500 Persuader. It just sounds like a shotgun should
My wife bought me a maverick for Christmas last year, what a great woman she is!!!
La verdad que si..
Marry her again!
My wife bought me one for her boyfriend’s birthday…what a great wife she was! 🥸
Wow what a cheap wife she is.. I’d be offended
She a real one 💯
Picked up a Maverick 88 as my first gun ever when I was around 16 a little over 10 years ago. Cheapest gun in the Wal-Mart case back then. Great gun for the price. I've put thousands of rounds through it with zero issues.
I got mine 2 years ago love it
Also my first from wally world too. I believe I paid about 170 bucks out the door about 15 years ago. Hunted only dove with it and also clay pigeons so far. Very accurate and always been reliable.
@@5thPlaceAce Think I paid around $125 for display case model. Even with stronger buckshot and slugs I can keep dead on target round after round.
@@zegumazim6107 haven't handled any of the more modern versions but they appear to be good with very few changes. I think a majority of the changes have been cosmetic.
Thinking about getting the cruiser 8 shot version...assuming it's not banned his this communist state of Illinois
My first shotgun and still have it. Love it. The poor man's Mossberg 500 😊
It's my favorite cheap pump. And is 20" barrel,they will hold 9 2 3/4
@@TippyHippy Get some help.
My first was a single shot 410 as a kid then I got a Mossberg SA20 semi auto 20 gauge and my most recent is this same exact model
Got my Mav 88 about 6 years ago. I trust it with my life. I now own the 590, but my trusty 88 will answer the door first. 20" bbl, 8 shots of 2-3/4" or 13 shots of mini shells (if you can find them)
@@TippyHippy hell yes!
I absolutely love the Mav88! It has chewed everything I've fed it. It's absolutely a Honda Civic! I prefer this one over the 500, primarily because I like the cross bolt safety.
Looks like a top gun, this maverick.
That was painful
😂
So cheesy but yet so good.
For hunting Goose?
I just lost some appreciation for comedy 😥
Had my Maverick for 10 years. It's a truck/ tractor gun. Looks like hell now. Never an issue. Beat looking on the outside but never fails
The Maverick 88 is easily the best $200 I spent on a firearm.
I got mine at my local Academy a year or so back. Got the 18 1/2" barrel model. It was priced at $199. But after the 20% in store discount they gave me, I got it for $160- brand new ! One hec of a deal.
Same!
Agreed No Doubt
wish it was still $200!
@@walkr7998 They are. Can find many online for that.
I inherited a Maverick 88 from my wife's late father. I upgraded to a full-length barrel, and I absolutely love it. I shoot a lot of clays and with the full barrel I use it for everything. It's a great gun that proves you do not need to go into debt to get a great shotgun.
I keep one of these as my bedside gun and it's perfect in that application. It's cheap enough that I don't care if it gets banged up sitting outside a safe and it's reliable enough to count on in an emergency, even if it hasn't been touched in years.
This gun is quality for such price. Far superior to many Turkish shotguns that are far more expensive.
I BOUGHT A TACTICAL HATSAN 450 DOWN THE DRAIN
Turkish shotguns are actually decent quality for the price usually, but I don't think it would be wise to spend a lot on a Turkish shotgun because it's known that different brands still use the same parts from the same factory as other shotguns to cut costs, although there are still a few good ones out there. However, Italian is the way to go if you're looking for an expensive shotgun imo.
@@cappuccinosnephew1382Watch tfbtvs shotgun burn downs. Most of them are literal trash. Anyone I’ve known that’s gotten them because how cheap they are they’ve always self destruct before even putting a few hundred shells through them.
In my case before I learned about the Maverick 88 I never knew in the very beginning that the Maverick 88 is made by Mossberg. I was at Turner’s Outdoorsman in San Bernardino, CA and I saw a 20 inch barrel, 12 Gauge, 7+1 Maverick 88 for sale and it was used for $100.00. I took advantage of that and bought it. I love mine! No complaints, no regrets. It’s very similar to the 500. Just a few minor stuff that are not the same as the 500. Best $100.00 (plus tax) I ever spent on my first pump action shotgun.
The ring from the slug hitting the gong was simply satisfying 😌
I got an 88 for my 13th birthday, it has the big script Maverick by Mossberg on the side. I treated it like a dog, left it outside, kept it in a musty old barn, hardly cleaned it, but every dove or deer I ever killed was with that gun, and I still have it. Finish looks like black sandpaper and gets surface rust in a flash but it works just fine and hasn't failed, yet.
I've had my 88 since I was 16. (Almost 2 decades ago) I've used it for everything from dove and deer hunting to target shooting and qualified with it when I worked as an armed guard. Thousands of rounds with all original parts and it still works flawlessly. I literally trust this firearm with my life. Is it fancy? No. Is it beautiful? No. Is it a well made piece of American craftsmanship. You bet it is! All hail Hickok! Murica!
I have a buddy who’s had one for 3-4 years. It was his first shotgun and one of the first in our group to get one. We have beat the absolute crap out of that thing and he’s hardly even had to clean it. Phenomenal gun. It’s so phenomenal that just today another buddy of mine was in the market for a shotgun and we went out looking for a 500 or an 88 and he came home with the exact folding stock model that I’ve been been shooting with my other buddy for years. Great gun.
absolutly love seeing this gun. Was my grandpas' patrol shotgun when he was a county sheriff. Passed down to me. absolutly love it
maverick 88s are awesome. best “budget” shotgun out there and with the mossberg name behind it.
Giving the maverick some love!! Thank you Hickock!! Love them budget beauties!!!!
"It seems well lubed" 😂😂😂
That's what she said!! Lol
My 88 is over 22 years old and still going strong. I couldn’t even tell you how many rounds have been fired through it over the years but it still looks great. Excellent value for sure.
I wanted to say that this video pushed me to get this as my first (purchased) gun. I saw this review, thought about it, did research because California laws are very stupid and after getting a stupid 'safety' card as well as waiting 10 days, I finally got it yesterday. A few hours playing with snap caps I bought during the waiting period and I can manipulate the gun like a competition shooter lol.
Thank you Hickok, if it weren't for this video, I never would have known one of my dream guns (a mossberg cruiser) was so cheap that even I could afford it! I got a hogue grip and a fiberglass heat shield since I was so impatient during those 10 days, turned my maverick into a badass cruiser the moment I got home.
Part of me is a bit upset at you though, I now have the urge to get an AR, a decent glock, maybe an sks.... dear god what have you done to me
Great first purchase! Fantastic, smooth operating shotgun and best of luck finding a good firing pistol and rifle!
Us,…us brother!!!😂
😂 your first gun is never your last!
The Maverick 88 is a great inexpensive shotgun. Go get you one if you haven’t already. Thanks for your time and effort Hickok.
My very first shotgun that I bought. Now I've have over 30 different shotguns 👍
That's what I'm talkin bout!!
Jesus... Approves
Had my Maverick 18"factory pistol grip 8 years,...never a misfire or an issue.
Love it!!
I bought one in 2005 for personal protection while working in New Orleans after Katrina hit and was lucky to find it. I still have it and would have to say without a doubt it was the best $219 I've ever spent on a gun. I've never had the slightest hint of a problem.
It doesn't pretend to be a 500 or 509 but its value as a house and yard gun can't be beat.
What's the recoil on it? Some say it's pretty bad since it's light.
@@TheTruth-sd8ey
Recoil is stout. With high brass shells it can be brutal. I have no complaints but for the average home owner looking for a house gun for protection the whole family can shoot I would recommend this or something similar in 20 ga. The reason is because in a self defense situation the shot should be inside 21 feet where the pattern will still be tight enough to remain effective.
@@Slugg-O I've read this shotgun weighs only 6 lbs. Would such a low weight contribute to a high recoil? Or maybe a hollow polymer stock? How would you compare the recoil from Mossberg Maverick 88 to Mossberg 500, Remington 570 or Winchester SPX Defender? I am deciding between one of those, but my budget is low, since i just bought an AR, so Maverick caught my attention. If i had the money, i'd probably go with Remy, but it's morr than twice the price here.
@@TheTruth-sd8ey to be brief, all NON semi-auto (gas or inertia) recoil is directly proportional to weight (gross and balance). This is buffered by what recoil pad you use.
Therefore: lighter; more recoil (see Newton).
Buy a great RELIABLE firearm, the one you can afford. You can aftermarket the recoil later. It's all about mass (the science version, not Sunday Soul Sessions).
I bought a Maverick model 88 just like the one you’re demonstrating in this video after watching your first maverick 88 video a number of years ago. The first one I got had a major feeding issue. Even after trying a bunch of different brands of ammo, it would not feed reliably at all. So I took it back to the store, the guy that sold it to me, tested and verified that it was a lemon. He said he has never seen one of these come back in all the years he’s sold firearms. Anyways he swapped it out for another one and it worked flawless!
I've had my "88" for over 20 years, and it's the only shotgun I use. I've used it across the board from hunting to swapping the barrel to 18.5 and pistol grip for home defense. With 1000+ shots through it, I've never been disappointed!
So you think the quality has changed today? I’m curious about getting one just for home defense.
One thing to keep an eye out for, is on these shotguns, there is a pin on the receiver that holds the trigger group and stuff in place, it can work its way out and it's a headache to get back together.
Definitely.
I bought my first Maverick 88 in 1992 and it still runs flawlessly
Holy shit dude, bet it was way cheaper than today right?
@@rudyhernandez4574 129.00 if I remember correctly
@@mothman1127 best bang for your buck 👍
It's an excellent option for pretty much anyone. The 500 is one of the most common pump action shotguns of all time. Parts are widely available.
The 500 is THE most common Pump-Shotgun. 1960 to Present. 12 Million made. You just don't hear of it advertised as much as the Remington 870, which was produced from 1950 to 2020, and then 2022 to Present. There's almost 12 Million 870s.
I think it's hard to beat for the price point. I did some work for an old lady (I'm a handyman) and she wanted to barter me the shotgun. Has served me well and I feel like it's always good to have a few cheaper options around for SHTF scenarios and maybe you need to arm friends and family.
I bought one as my first new gun years ago, at Kmart of all places. Best $160 I ever spent.
I love my Maverick 88, its great for home defense. Out of all my weapons its one of my favorites. I think I paid about $225 for it. Great video by the way! This guy is a sharp shooter for sure
😊I love your prescription of the weapon I am getting one soon.
Mossberg Maverick was my first shotgun since 14 years old and I am 67 now. I have been a buyer of Mossberg ever since. Mossberg buyer for life. I have a 500, 590, 930, the new 940 Pro Tact and it is so smooth and easy on your shoulders. Love it 😀 👍👍👍
I just bought one of these a couple of weeks ago and I'm very happy with it. Awesome shotgun and very affordable.
Mine should arrive tomorrow 😀 can't wait to take it to the range
I own one, love it. Make sure you get the “security model” it holds 7+1 instead of 5+1
Security model comes in 2 versions... 18.5" barrel with a 5+1 capacity and the 20" barrel with a 7+1...i have both
Love these 88’s have the 18.5 inch barrel with pistol grip and the 20 inch model with the extended mag tube.
I gots bofe em.
Holds 12 mini shells
@@Papieck37 I thought the security was the 20inch model, I'll be damned lol now I know
I've owned my Maverick 88 Security model (20" barrel, 7+1 cap) for several years. It's loaded next to my bed and is my go-to for home defense. Rock solid reliable. I've added a snap on fiber optic sight to replace the brass bead, a hand strap on the foregrip, and I carry extra rounds on the stock. I trust it to protect my family here in Tacoma, WA.
High value shotgun for the money, durable and reliable.
It's what I grew up with and still have. Great gun.
The Maverick is the best bang for your buck you’ll ever have in a firearm. I would recommend setting aside an extra $100 to get a 500, but if you’re on a budget, this’ll do just fine for home defense, hunting, you name it.
I thought the only difference between the 500 and the Maverick is the safety and furniture.
@@srgranke maverick has a shorter barrel, a worse trigger group, it’s not ambidextrous, it doesn’t have a vent rib, and there’s less options for customization. It’s basically just a slightly worse version of the 500 that sells for much cheaper.
@@heroesinhoodies1210 Barrel, and thus vent rib, is a nonissue since 500 barrels can be used on the 88.
EDIT: Oh and you can buy 88s with a vent rib. Mossberg's branding is "all purpose"
@@randomlyentertaining8287 Absolutely right about the barrels. I swapped out the defense barrel with a mossberg 500 accu choke barrel so I could shoot trap and skeet with it and love it.
By the way. DAMN GOOD SHOT HITTING THE GONG WITH THE FIRST TWO ROUNDS. Looking at a living legend right now.
I have had my 20” barrel M88 for 6 years now and absolutely love it. Hundreds of rounds of birdshot, #00, and slugs with zero problems.
First shot gun I’ve bought and it does me justice every time
Love my 590s shockwave 18.5 and bought the maverick 88 cruiser for a backup and found I really like the 88!
I have both and love them. With the Opsol adapter the 88 can shoot mini shells too, if you can find them😊
Two guns I wish I never sold: my 10/22 and my Maverick 88. The 88 was a basic, bland but great shotgun. Never jammed, easy to clean, shot well and was built solid, not mention very affordable.
EDIT - I know I can buy them again. I also kept my better ones and have bills to pay... I was just saying how good they were.
there both cheap guns that are easy to get go get 2 new ones? it's not like you sold great grandpappys pre 64 model 70.
Two of the best ever
I only sold mine to my little brother after I ran across a good price on a tricked-out M500. I'd still have it if not for that.
You can get both for $500 my dude
@@justinriley8651 can I borrow $500?
It's pretty much a Mossberg 500 with a crossbar safety and a one-piece forend. For only _$200._ It's right up there with Costco's $1.50 hot dog & soda as one of the most insanely great deals you'll ever find.
I have a 12g and a 20g. Love them both. And...when I bought the 20g 28" I ordered the 18.5" barrel from mossberg and it fits perfectly.
The gun that got me into guns. Received one as a gift in around 2009. It was already heavily used but I've shot it many times over the years since then and it's always functioned perfectly.
I love mine so much... it never disappoints I've probably shot over 1000 shotgun rounds threw it and still going strong...
I bought my Maverick-88 with a 24" RIFLED barrel called the Slugster, shortly after getting my Mossberg 500 Combo. I love the Maverick with the 18" barrel from the 500 but will also swap out the 28" Skeet/Trap Ventilated Rib barrel when shooting in the high plains of Colorado. Both of the Mossbergs shoot like a dream and the action are smooth and FAST. Mainly the Maverick is for Home Defense with the 18" barrel and 00-Buck or #4 loaded, The 500 is in the Gun Rack above the Safe with the 24" barrel and SLUGS as a backup. Life is Good with a pair of Mossberg 12ga shotguns.
My first firearm was a Maverick 88. Bought it for 79$ at Service Merchandise. Sold it too a friend who won't sell it back. Just bought another one last week for 249$ This one has a pistol grip and over folding stock.
I remember Service Merchandise. We had one here in town and they had a special room for stereo equipment.
Service Merchandise. Haven’t heard that in a long time. Great store.
I bought my Maverick 6 years ago, I have never had a single problem, I have cleaned it 3 times I think...very good purchase.
This was the first firearm I ever bought. I love it and trust it. A very good first gun for anyone. Especially here in Canada
I got one right after getting my PAL, the thing never failed me or let me down.
Thanks for sharing the love on the 88. Love mine. Best inexpensive shotgun available. Not a lot of frills, just a solid basic shotgun that will happily eat what you feed it.
Love budget guns...especially the ones that work
I sold many of these when I used to work at a gun store here in Las Vegas many years ago. Works great when you need it! I had praises from people who are business owners and home owners who have used it to scare off criminals from hearing the rack and load in a positive way to include self defense to which it did its job to protect its owners in self defense. Fantastic value for self protection...
Thanks hickok for this video, I just picked myself up one of these last Friday. Brought it to the range to shoot clay, and I'd say I got my moneys worth, very solid gun.
what barrel did you get for the clays?
First round through my 88, the front bead flew straight off. Never bothered replacing it or trying to contact them. That was the first gun I ever purchased and to this day I’m beyond in love with it
The paper target shows that it has a nice, tight spread. It ought to be good for hunting or defence.
@@DW133_ ...How, exactly, does the spread of the birdshot pellets fired by the shotgun not have anything to do with the shotgun?
Love this shotgun with the bottom of my heart. Cheap, reliable, sturdy, comfy, simple and accurate! Not a single malfunction approximately 400 shells later. Best 200$ I ever spent!
Love my 88! Swapped out the stock and forend with the Hogue overmold short LOP stock and upgraded the forend with the nut adapter to run a 500 forend. Added the OPSol adapter to load up 12 short shells of .00. Added the side saddle pic rail and a inexpensive red dot and also added the perforated barrel shield found on the 500’s. Makes for the perfect defensive shotgun at a low price point!
How do you like the OPSol adapter? I have one in my Maverick and she cycles those shorties, both Slug & #4 Buck like a champ. A good investment for Home Defense.
Been a fan of yours for years. You are one of the few that just keeps bringing good reviews and your delivery is definitely informative. You were definitely a teacher. God bless and may you be blessed to keep making some good content for us. My Mav 88 is a dream. I walked into a pawnshop and they tried to talk me into a Citadel 12ga semi-auto. I took it home for about $225 3 days later. Soon as my background passed....I went in and returned for the 88. Glad I did. Nothing but great reviews and it is reliable. I have the 28in model but she does good for home or hitting turkeys outside. Love it. For the price and what I need it for....can't see spending more money on another shotgun down the road to add.
Absolutely love my 88. Perfect little back door guard.
Bought mine a few years ago from Academy Sports & Outdoors for a whooping $158.00 on sale. I used a Sears/J.C. Higgins (Wichester model 12 clone?) for years! This Maverick 88 seems very similar. Dual slide bars and pretty good action. The only difference that I can "really" tell is the 3 piece bolt assembly. Have put probably 1,000 rounds or more through it (target practice, dove and turkey huunting) and haven't had the first bad issue with it!! Would definitely recommend it!!
Loved mine so much I bought another one in a different color. Always work and affordable!
I have a Maverick 88 and absolutely love it all my shotguns are smooth bores I grew up with that which is another thing I like about a Maverick is that they're bluing them instead of just parkerized now I'm always appreciate to see that the company is still taking the time to do that! Great video thank you !
This was my first firearm for 189$ at big5 lol on Black Friday. I was 19 and just had a baby and got a new house. Since then I’ve bought, traded, sold, and learned about nearly 100 guns the one consistent gun that has never left my small arsenal is the maverick 88. Easy one of the best shotgun I bought. You should get one, especially for the price.
Great shotgun! I have a m88 as well as a 590A1 and can tell you i gravitate toward the m88 more often than the more expensive 590.
Lighter and easier to handle. Same reason I bought a Winchester sxp. Aluminum frame and damn good
@@bobjohnson1633 wouldn’t the lighter weight make the gun kick more?
I have same......and do same!!😂
Good, accurate shotgun. Bought one as my first gun back in February, i would recommend!
my best friend got me my first shotgun for Christmas this year. He got me this Mave and the next day we took it to the range. I had a blast trying it out. I am so happy this gun was my first gun and as well as my first time shooting one.
I’ve taken quite a few turkeys with my Mav 88. A little secret: A Mav 88 with basic #4 shot will take a Turkey every bit as well as a Super Nova with super expensive, boutique, “turkey loads” that cost 4x as much as basic shotshells.
Im not for all the TSS crazy stuff, but the extra powder charge in dedicated turkey loads is really needed for any shots past 20 yards bud.
@@whiteyfisk9769 my last two turkeys were taken, walking together at 35 yards. 2 3/4” # 4 shot. I’ve used shells from the same case of shells I bought 10 years ago. Hype is hype.
A big rock works just as well
At close range you'll be able to, but not nearly as easily as with a dedicated Turkey load. Hornady 3" magnum BB coyote loads with the versatite wad and 1½oz nickel-plated lead shot is a game changer for Turkey aimed center mass. They're expensive but will extend your range a lot. Check them out.
Every 500 part besides the fore grip worked just fine and made the 88 better.
Best $200-$250 ever spent ! Definite add on to any gun collection
I recently inherited my late father-in-laws Maverick 88 and I have to say, I enjoy shooting it. As a joke, my brothers and I went trap shooting and I decided to give it a go with "Don's" old 88. I am in no way a pro trap shooter, but I had a great time time showing up the brothers and their expensive over and unders with a 200 dollar shotgun. Thanks Donny, I will cherish this gun forever.
I bought one from Walmart for $188 two years ago. Great budget shotgun!
Got my 18 1/2" barrel 12 guage model, new, at my local Academy about a year ago for $160. It was priced at $199. But they gave me an in store discount. Hec of a deal for such a reliable, tough shotgun.
I picked one of these up about 14 years ago. I replaced the fixed stock with an adjustable with a pistol grip. It’s a great home defense shotgun and I’ve even carried it in my truck when traveling.
Just turned 18 Saturday and bought the all purpose variant yesterday, just waiting the 10 days to get it, loved the video sir, thank you for years of amazing content
That's awesome.its a good choice for a first shotgun
You'll love it. It's built to last. I've put over 5k rounds of buckshot and slugs through mine with zeros issues.
@@MB-jg4tr that's what I've heard from a lot of people so I'm very excited to get it out to the range
@@paulbartlett3128 I agree sir, especially for the quality
@@killercowboy464Still love it? Considering this to be my first shotgun.
I think Hickok45 if anything, has done the masses a great service in bringing the lowly 5 or 7 round pump shotgun back into the spotlight and can really showcase that they have excellent range and versatility, especially with slugs. He has definitely shown that you don't need a 30-60 round semi with a drum mag to protect hearth and home and has hopefully inspired people to become skilled with a scattergun.
It's funny how people think a pump gun is a beginners gun.....
I have one (88) and I love it. I've taken rabbits and pigeons (clay) with it. I've had it about 3 &1/2 years and I like it just as well as my Mossberg 500.
There's very little difference between the two, and for the price jump I don't see any reason to choose the 500. I've put over 5k rounds of buckshot and slugs through my 88 with zero issues.
@@MB-jg4tr I bought the 500 years ago before I'd even heard of the Maverick. I saw the Maverick for 200 bucks and thought 'what the heck '. I'm really glad I got it now. Great shotgun for the money.
Yep. Barrels interchange. I had an extra Maverick bbl and gave it to a friend in MO. He took the 20" deer bbl off of his Mossy 500 and replaced it with the 26 oe 28 inch (whichever length is stock on the plain Jane Maverick) and he loved it and of course, we had an immediately had some backyard fun on the farm...which included his sons and daughter, and inlaws, a couple neighbors and a guy who happened to be driving by and heard the shootin and laughing and drove u to see what was going on. I am glad he showed up because he was a worse shooter than I am when shootin clays.😒
I recently purchased one, I have no complaints.
Ive had mine for over 15 years and it’s slayed ducks, geese and coyotes in snow, rain and mud. Never once let me down. Love that gun.
I love my 880 😊 I've had it about 13 years and no problems 😎
I bought my 88 from academy sports 4 years ago for 188 dollars. Great gun functions great. I bought the buttstock replacement with pistol grip and ar15 style stock. Much more controllable. Fantastic gun replacement stock and pistol grip 100 bucks. Worth every penny
I have an MM 88 I bought in 1995 .It is one of the best defensive weapons I have ever owned. As you can see it is very accurate and comfortable to shoot. For up close and personal it is devastating !!
Bought a maverick,30 inch barrel full choke way back 1993. It was 300 Canadian,I reside north of your border, it came with a mossberg cable lock,great shotgun. So 😢 about the school shooting, 🙏 for the families.
I love my 500A I purchased it in Virginia Beach back in the late 90’s had to wait 3 days for background check I was on active duty in the military, great shotgun(500A)
I love my 20" 8 shot pistol grip 20ga. It's a ton of fun for sure.
I've also got the 18" 12ga. 6 shot.
My first shotgun when i got licensed. Cheap, simple and works - never had to do anything to it other than clean it every now and again.
Paid $239 for mine, I’ve never had a single issue with it, it’s not fancy but it works
I have one and I love it. It's the cheapest gun I've ever purchased and it's my favorite gun I own. Simple, functional, fun to shoot, and I think it's a beauty too.
Just bought one with a 28 inch barrel for hunting. First shotgun I have owned.
And... how do you like it?
@@MP-tf7cc I like it. It does what it's supposed to do. Just a no frills shotgun.
I've had one for 17 years. It's a great shotgun
I’ve got the 88 & love it. I also use it to hunt occasionally
Can't believe I bought mys today, and happen to find this vid as well.
Mossberg firearms were originally created in Connecticut by founder Oscar Mossberg and his sons Iver and Harold. But since 1989, a significant amount of the company's product has been manufactured in the Lone Star State.Apr 6, 2020 Mossberg is an American Icon. I need me one.
Thanks history channel guy.
@ You’re welcome bub
Thanks for all your videos @hickok45. Been watching for years!
I like that u put the safety on even after shooting last round and having it laid on table, that's old school shotgunning 101
I really enjoy mine, I’ve jazzed it up a bit, not too terribly hard to remove the forearm ect. Thanks for the revisit.. great video as always ✝️🇺🇸🅰️👆🏻