Is this one legal in IL?

Hi Jeff and welcome. Yes Sir it is IL legal. Details under Shotguns here : https://www.budsgunshop.com/feeds/state_reg/illinois_restrictions.pdf - Cheers and stay safe!

Connecticut compliant

Lee, yes this is CT compliant. There are no restrictions on pump action shotguns. have a great day!

Lee, it sure is. Since this is pump action it is perfectly legal in Connecticut. Hope this helps.

Lee, yes Sir. Pump Action Shotguns do not carry the same stringent restrictions as Semi-Auto Shotguns even in the most restrictive States.

Hey, I am a looking for a versatile first shotgun that wont break the bank. I enjoy skeet/trap shooting but honestly will probably shoot skeet/trap once a year at best. Will the short barrel make that much of a difference?

I actually use the Maverick 88 for skeet shooting, hunting, and just for all around target practice. It's a very versatile gun and will work for just about anything. On the plus side it holds a few more rounds as well, which comes in especially well for skeet shooting. I've also used mine dove hunting and did very well if that tells you anything. Good luck.

Nah, short barrel will be fine, go for it, pull the trigger.

James, this would work for both Sir. The actual load selected for the task at hand will be more or a determining factor for versatility than the shotgun itself. Cheers and stay safe!

Why not get a combo, currently out of stock at Bud's >>> https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/34511/mossberg+%26+sons+88+field%2fsecurity+combo+12+ga+28%22+%26+185%22+barrel ..... another option here, also out of stock >>>> https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/119007/rock+island+armory+armory+arm+12g+185%2f28+4rd+chr+synthetic ....neither one will break the bank, the RIA comes with 3 choke tubes.

Why has this gun increased $200.00 in about 3 weeks?

James, unfortunately due to current sustained high demand, low supply and new/panic buyers, many firearm prices have nearly doubled. This is also why annunciation including 9mm target rounds are $1 plus per round and self defense rounds are $2 plus per round. The entire firearms industry is under tremendous strain. Cheers and stay safe! I remember when this Taurus Spectrum was selling for $139 at Buds before the pandemic. Now look at the linear pricing trend (top out of stock prices were earlier sell out prices) : https://gun.deals/search/apachesolr_search/725327613787

There is a lot of uncertainty right now in the firearms Industry, buds prices to customers go up as their cost from their distributors go up. Couple that with the fact that there is still more demand for guns then the supply chain can keep up with, and with Dems controlling house, senate and the POTUS and their anti gun ideals its likely that things could stay bad or get worse

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I would like to purchase this shotgun but im a person of much shorter and smaller stature so im concerned that the recoil may be a problem for me, so i just wanna know how the recoil impulse feels on this particular model

This shotgun has some kick to it. Even more if slugs are used. The buttstock’s bad isn’t all that. An recoil pad or a Limb Saver will help a lot. Combine them both and you’ll enjoy it more, though it will alter the length of pull. Just keep that in mind. You can also get a 20 gauge for less recoil and more control for better follow up shots. It was my pleasure to assist you.

Brayden, it does not help as much as one would think as it is hard rubber. This Recoil Pad Reduces up to 50% to 70% of Felt Recoil and Fits --- Mossberg models 835, 930, 935, 500 and 500A 12 gauge with synthetic stocks & Maverick 88 with synthetic stock : https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/39377/limbsaver+recoil+pad+mossberg+835%2f500+w%2fsynthetic+stock

Can this shoot 1 3/4 inch shells?

Stephen - Suggest you read this first: https://opsolmini-clip.com/

yes it can but you will need a adapter so they will feed correctly https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/gear-review-opsol-mini-clip-mossberg-shotguns/

Stephen, yes Sir. It will fire the Aguila Mini Shells just fine Sir.

Stephen, Yes you can fire the 1 3/4" mini shells out of this shotgun.

Is this California Compliant?

Carlos, Yes, This firearm can be shipped to CA----------- See following Prohibited--------Shotguns with tubular magazines in which the combined ammunition capacity exceeds 10 rounds AND can be fired by the shooter without either manipulating the magazine selector switch (such as the Standard Manufacturing DP-12), OR that can be fired using a selector switch that allows the shooter to alternatingly use ammunition from more than one tubular magazine without having to manually switch the magazine feeding process (such as the UTAS UTS-15), are prohibited.

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Maverick 88 Security 12 GA 20" Cylinder Bore 7+1 - Blue/Black, 20" Barrel, 7+1 Rounds, Synthetic, 3" Chamber, Fixed Stock

Name: Maverick 88 Security 12 GA 20" Cylinder Bore 7+1
Brand: Maverick Arms
SKU: 42628
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.90 (242 reviews)

242 Reviews| 22 Questions & Answers

Model: 31046

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 42628

UPC: 049533310460

MFG: Maverick Arms

Questions & Answers (22) Reviews 4.9 out of 5

Maverick 88 Security 12 GA 20 Cylinder Bore 7+1

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The Maverick 88 is the "working man's shotgun", no frills, perfectly functional, practical, and well-made. This is the Security model, a pump-action 12 gauge with a 20-inch cylinder bore barrel. The stock is black synthetic with a generous recoil pad. This shotgun would be equally at home in the woods, upland fields, or in a home defense application.

Specifications:

Sight: Bead
Choke: Cylinder Bore
LOP Type: Fixed
LOP: 14.25"
Weight: 7lbs

Product Information

Metal Finish

Mossy Oak

Action

Pump

Gauge

4.6X30mm

Barrel Length

14.375

Overall Length

47.6"

Trigger

Adjustable AccuTrigger

Safety

Capacity

Stock Material

Wood

Drop

1.5" @ Comb & 2.375" @ Heel

Ignition

N/A

Chamber

Not Listed

Stock Color

Brown

Product Information

Metal Finish

Blue/Black

Action

Pump

Gauge

12 Gauge

Barrel Length

Overall Length

41"

Trigger

Not Listed

Safety

Cross Bolt

Capacity

7+1

Stock Material

Synthetic

Drop

1.5" @ Comb & 2.125" @ Heel

Ignition

N/A

Chamber

Stock Color

Fixed

Product Information

Metal Finish

Stainless/Silver

Action

Revolver

Gauge

277 SIG Fury

Barrel Length

Overall Length

37.75" Extended, 34.5" Collapsed

Trigger

Double Set

Safety

Tang Safety

Capacity

Stock Material

Carbon Fiber

Drop

1.25" @ Comb & 2" @ Heel

Ignition

Not Listed

Chamber

2.5"

Stock Color

Magpul CTR Black

Product Information

Metal Finish

Nickel

Action

Semi-Auto

Gauge

Not Listed

Barrel Length

14.25

Overall Length

37 1/4"

Trigger

RAK-1 Enhanced Trigger Group

Safety

Tang Safety

Capacity

21+1

Stock Material

Drop

1 1/4" @ Comb & 2 1/4" @ Heel

Ignition

N/A

Chamber

Not Listed

Stock Color

Carbon-fiber stock

Product Information

Metal Finish

Pink

Action

Not Listed

Gauge

Not Listed

Barrel Length

20.7

Overall Length

35.5" - 38.5"

Trigger

Adjustable Feather

Safety

Capacity

Stock Material

Wood

Drop

1.5" @ Comb & 2" @ Heel

Ignition

Not Listed

Chamber

N/A

Stock Color

Brown

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Questions & Answers

Q: Is this one legal in IL?
Answered

Asked 11/02/2023 16:00 by Jeff F

A:

Hi Jeff and welcome. Yes Sir it is IL legal. Details under Shotguns here : https://www.budsgunshop.com/feeds/state_reg/illinois_restrictions.pdf - Cheers and stay safe!
Q: Connecticut compliant
Answered

Asked 02/15/2022 02:55 by Lee F

A:

Lee, yes this is CT compliant. There are no restrictions on pump action shotguns. have a great day!
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Q: Hey, I am a looking for a versatile first shotgun that wont break the bank. I enjoy skeet/trap shooting but honestly will probably shoot skeet/trap once a year at best. Will the short barrel make that much of a difference?
Answered

Asked 03/21/2021 17:11 by James M

A:

I actually use the Maverick 88 for skeet shooting, hunting, and just for all around target practice. It's a very versatile gun and will work for just about anything. On the plus side it holds a few more rounds as well, which comes in especially well for skeet shooting. I've also used mine dove hunting and did very well if that tells you anything. Good luck.
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Q: Why has this gun increased $200.00 in about 3 weeks?
Answered

Asked 02/21/2021 01:02 by james g

A:

James, unfortunately due to current sustained high demand, low supply and new/panic buyers, many firearm prices have nearly doubled. This is also why annunciation including 9mm target rounds are $1 plus per round and self defense rounds are $2 plus per round. The entire firearms industry is under tremendous strain. Cheers and stay safe! I remember when this Taurus Spectrum was selling for $139 at Buds before the pandemic. Now look at the linear pricing trend (top out of stock prices were earlier sell out prices) : https://gun.deals/search/apachesolr_search/725327613787
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Q: I would like to purchase this shotgun but im a person of much shorter and smaller stature so im concerned that the recoil may be a problem for me, so i just wanna know how the recoil impulse feels on this particular model
Answered

Asked 01/12/2020 18:14 by Brayden P

A:

This shotgun has some kick to it. Even more if slugs are used. The buttstock’s bad isn’t all that. An recoil pad or a Limb Saver will help a lot. Combine them both and you’ll enjoy it more, though it will alter the length of pull. Just keep that in mind. You can also get a 20 gauge for less recoil and more control for better follow up shots. It was my pleasure to assist you.
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Q: Can this shoot 1 3/4 inch shells?
Answered

Asked 07/22/2019 23:08 by Stephen O

A:

Stephen - Suggest you read this first: https://opsolmini-clip.com/
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Q: Is this California Compliant?
Answered

Asked 04/05/2019 02:29 by Carlos G

A:

Carlos, Yes, This firearm can be shipped to CA----------- See following Prohibited--------Shotguns with tubular magazines in which the combined ammunition capacity exceeds 10 rounds AND can
be fired by the shooter without either manipulating the magazine selector switch (such as the Standard
Manufacturing DP-12), OR that can be fired using a selector switch that allows the shooter to alternatingly
use ammunition from more than one tubular magazine without having to manually switch the magazine
feeding process (such as the UTAS UTS-15), are prohibited.
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