Uncle Mikes Mossberg Shotgun Folding Protector Stock 500-590, Blued

I was blown away by this stock once I got it. I have a 22 caliber amt lightning that has almost the same stock. I have been very happy with the amt, so I thought what the hell, let me pick up this folder for my 12 gauge. Well, the shotgun stock is just a little bit heavier duty, but just as comfortable. A friend had a plastic side folder that was much cheaper and hurt your shooting hand badly. I couldn't shoot more than a dozen slugs before handing back the weapon. This stock is beefy and comfortable. No issues here. And my mossberg works great both folded and open. I wish we had this stock on our 590's we used in the corps. I would even feel comfortable using this on a weapon that you may have to fix bayonet on. that says something.

This Uncle Mikes Folding Stock fit perfectly on a Mossberg 500 Persuader and works well in both the open and folded positions. Here are my observations:

Pros:
+ Easy to Use; simple push button to fold and unfold the stock
+ Works Well; good support when extended and folds clear of ejection port and trigger
+ Good Looking; matches the metal and looks like it "belongs"

Cons:
- Needs two different sized hex wrenches to install (not included)
- Instructions are not as clear as they could be, but it still only took about 20 minutes to complete

Misc:
* It seems unnatural to dissemble the mechanism to install and reassemble, but it does help understand what it supposed to look like when properly configured
* Can also be installed as just the pistol grip without the folder attachment and includes an end-cap to give it a professional look
* Includes "Sling Stud" on left side of pistol grip (not optimal for...Read more

I got this stock about a year ago and waited to write the review till I got to use it a few times. The install was pretty easy and it looks great. Very easy to use. It makes my Mossberg a lot easier to store. The down side is the folding mechanisms for the stock is right were your thumb knuckle would rest. It's a square piece of metal. So after 5 rounds your thumb knuckle starts to hurt from grinding against it. I used a piece of foam tape to keep this from getting too uncomfortable. I also got a recoil pad for it. The pad that is on it does nothing for your shoulder. After I put the Limb Saver on (great product by the way) the recoil was better but then the stock seemed too long and made it a little awkward to handle. I am currently looking in to an adjustable stock to replace this one. I like being able to store my shotgun more easily but I really would like it to more comfortable to shoot.