Mossberg 935 Semi Auto Grand Slam Turkey in a 3.5

[Stoner]

I was looking at your Grand Slam Turkey 935 shotgun in the 3.5 magnum. I did a Google search on the shotgun and I keep reading about a plastic spacer on the forearm keeps breaking rendering the shotgun inoperable except in single shot mode. Can anyone tell me if this issue has been resolved by Mossberg? I have notice in the last few years Mossberg have broaden their line of firearms and is becoming a major player in the market. I have owned Remington, Browning's, and Berettas shotguns for the most part and have been well pleased with those firearms. I do like the design of the Grand Slam Turkey 935 model with the short barrel; in particular I like the traditional stock (not big on the thumb-hole stocks and the cantilever systems on other turkey shotguns). Can anyone tell me their experience with the Mossberg 935 Semi-Auto Grand Slam Turkey chambered in the 3.5?

[beagler]

I have a buddy that had two of those spacers break in his 935, the last was two seasons ago. He doesn't have the Grand Slam model but I'm guessing the parts are the same.

[SCDieselDawg]

Haven't had a problem out of my standard turkey model 935!

[Stoner]

Thanks for the replies, I like the looks of the Mossberg but did not want to purchase a gun that may have problems. Hope I hear some more from 935 owners.

[allaboutshooting]

Thanks for the replies, I like the looks of the Mossberg but did not want to purchase a gun that may have problems. Hope I hear some more from 935 owners.

I have a 935 that I've put hundreds and hundreds of rounds through with absolutely no problems. Mine is several years old, don't remember exactly when I got it but it's a very good gun, reliable and patterns very well. It is a bit heavy but that helps soak up the recoil, so no objections on that part from me.

Thanks,
Clark

[Cajun1]

Hey Stoner, I'm a Newb here, but not new to Shotguns.  I'm just getting into Turkey hunting but have been waterfowl hunting most of my life.  (I'll be 40 this year)  I've owned two 935's and still own one that is my main waterfowl gun.  It's had a lot of 3" and 3.5" shells shot through it (wouldn't venture to guess the actual number) and I've never had a problem.  Mossberg makes great guns in my opinion and, in my experience, has great customer service should you need it. 

[snoodlum]

The part you are refering to is the forearm retainer . It is made of plastic and does break occasionally. Mine broke a chip off after several years . I emailed Mossberg and had two new ones (free) in the mail within a few days . Shouldnt be an issue for you .