Moss 500 cracked forend

[Cump]

I just purchased "lightly used" wood furniture for my plastic-stock Mossberg 500 on ebay.

The seller said it was a "nice wood set" with "no major marks or scratches," and the photos looked fine.

Received it today and there are two clear cracks on the inside of the forend, which were not visible in the pictures. While the description and pictures may not have been technically untrue (with "major" as a qualifier and no mention of cracks), I do think they are misleading.

I know, buyer beware, etc. But is this typical for "nice" Mossberg wood? I'm trying to decide if I should take it up with the seller.

 

[rcmodel]

No, the cracks were clearly already there when the seller described the condition.

That didn't happen in shipment to you.

If you got it cheap and don't want the hassle of arguing with the guy?

Repair the cracks with Hot Stuff CA adhesive and it will outlast you.
http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-t...hesives/hot-stuff-instant-glue-prod13081.aspx

If you paid top dollar for them?
I'd take it up with the seller & eBay.

rc

 

[MinnesotaFats]

IMO there isnt any "nice" wood out there for the 500. Its all birch or some other cheap light wood, not walnut. Ive been down this road for my 500 cause i like wood on blue but it leads no where. I ended up taking the cheap (cracked) wood off mine and replaced it with a hogue stock and forearm and am happy with that. If you want nice wood, go with the Wingmaster imo.

 

[bainter1212]

Like RC said....repair it with epoxy or bedding compound and it will serve its purpose.

Otherwise seek a refund. Or get a new stock set from Boyds.

 

[4v50 Gary]

I'd acraglass that puppy and call it good.

 

[Cump]

Definitely workable.

Just irritated the seller wasn't completely straightforward.

 

[oneounceload]

Make sure to leave the appropriate feedback then with Ebay