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Ar15 Mags What brand are you using?

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 11:34 AM

Need to pick some up, figured I would check first. thanks

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 11:41 AM

A friend turnind me on to the Orlite Israeli PLASTIC mags. They are 30 round mags that remind me of Glock mags, because they have a metal liner, but are mostly comprised of polymer.

Look around and you'll be surprised how cheap they are. I'm talking $8 ~ $10 each. :)
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 11:52 AM

c-Products mags purchased from 44mag.com
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 11:57 AM

View Postj2fast, on Feb 27 2007, 01:52 PM, said:

c-Products mags purchased from 44mag.com


+1

The have all of the updated parts already in them and they are cheap.
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 12:11 PM

View PostL9X25, on Feb 27 2007, 09:57 PM, said:

View Postj2fast, on Feb 27 2007, 01:52 PM, said:

c-Products mags purchased from 44mag.com


+1

The have all of the updated parts already in them and they are cheap.


Reliable reports indicate they are excellent & the S.S. ones won't rust.

I am using the high-dollar H&K 416 mags if I don't have to drop them. Otherwise, the .44 mag.com aluminum with upgraded magpul follower. Have one old steel US made 40 rounder that works (had to buy 2 of these POS mags to get one that works).
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 12:20 PM

I use ancient US mil mags with new springs and followers
Real cheap and work well
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 12:40 PM

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 01:04 PM

I have a few of the HKs for mandatory reloads (they are heavy and drop free easier) some Sterling 40s and GI 30s.
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 03:55 PM

For 30 rounders I use Brownells. They all load and feed without problems. They currently have a government contract on magazines.

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 04:02 PM

View PostJaxshooter, on Feb 27 2007, 02:55 PM, said:

For 30 rounders I use Brownells. They all load and feed without problems. They currently have a government contract on magazines.


+1 :D

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 04:27 PM

Used G.I.

I won't buy them if they are dented or badly worn. Every one I have has worked 100%
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 04:29 PM

View Postj2fast, on Feb 27 2007, 12:52 PM, said:

c-Products mags purchased from 44mag.com

OR C-Products mags straight from C-Products LLC
I have some, they're good
I have Brownell's too, they are as good or better...

OBTW Don't pay more than $13.00 for Brownell's or about the same for C-Products
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 04:54 PM

View PostGringoPerdido, on Feb 27 2007, 05:02 PM, said:

View PostJaxshooter, on Feb 27 2007, 02:55 PM, said:

For 30 rounders I use Brownells. They all load and feed without problems. They currently have a government contract on magazines.


+1 :D


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Posted 27 February 2007 - 06:30 PM

20's Colt Adventure Line

30, some type of steel (suposed to be brit)
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OKay inds.
a few other Mil-Spec suppliers as well

45's DPMS

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 08:19 PM

View PostMick, on Feb 27 2007, 06:29 PM, said:

View Postj2fast, on Feb 27 2007, 12:52 PM, said:

c-Products mags purchased from 44mag.com

OR C-Products mags straight from C-Products LLC
I have some, they're good
I have Brownell's too, they are as good or better...

OBTW Don't pay more than $13.00 for Brownell's or about the same for C-Products


$13.00??? They cost $18 at Brownells. Where are you getting them for less?
Also, how do they compare to Bushmaster mags? I'm interested in 20 or 30 round mags that are going to be dependable and reliable. What are the better ones out there that I can buy?

Thanks.

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Posted 27 February 2007 - 08:51 PM

Brownells tubes
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 09:57 PM

If your AR likes them (not all do), I think Thermolds rock for absolute reliability. Downside are the plastic feed lips that crack easily. Make sure to get made in North Carolina USA Thermolds, not old Canadian made surplus ones (aka, Thermelts!).

Next in pref are USGI with MagPul followers.

Make sure any mag you use drops free.

Make sure to get a handful of USGI 20 rounders. They can be handy. Most prized are the older surplus twenny's with metallic followers that do not nosedive at the drop of a hat.
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Posted 27 February 2007 - 11:46 PM

I have been running the C Products mags with really good luck. Both the aluminum and the Stainless Steel. The SS mags are built very solid. I don't have any fear of diving prone with them as a monopod.

Get them directly from http://www.cproductsllc.com great service.

aluminum $10.50 complete stainless steel $18.00 complete

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Posted 28 February 2007 - 06:01 AM

I run Thermolds for practice, because I can drop them and not worry about deforming or cracking the feed lips. They are either going to break of bounce back into shape, no deformation.

For matches, any reputable Mil-Spec magazine will work. I would recommend changing the follower to a Mag-pul anti-tilt follower and check for fit and function. Make sure the magazine will drop free when fully loaded, half loaded, and empty. After that, you should be pretty good.

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Posted 28 February 2007 - 06:22 AM

I'm using GI mil spec Center industries & OK brand mags with the green followers. No problems at all after a bit of sanding on some to make them drop free & refinishing with the brownells slick coat bake on finish. I bought them during the last ban but a friend & I bought some guy out that had 70 or 80 & we picked out the best & sold the rest. Mine cost me @$3.25 each, :D I believe including the follower. MLM
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Posted 28 February 2007 - 08:38 AM

Ar mag for 10.75 here
http://www.globaltac...p...332&prd=333

I have purchased a bunch from Denny and the all work very well.
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Posted 06 March 2007 - 07:43 AM

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Posted 06 March 2007 - 10:47 AM

Have you guys seen the new all polymer PMAG from Magpul?

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More pictures here: http://www.magpul.co...llery/pmag.html

If they function as well as the tester have claimed over at ar15.com then these could be some great competition magazine. The certainly seem to be able to take the abuse.

Truck test of the PMAG (YouTube link of video of impromptu test by Magpul)

I have three on pre-order for testing. Should start shipping in the next couple weeks.

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Posted 06 March 2007 - 10:51 AM

Any hints on pricing??


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Have you guys seen the new all polymer PMAG from Magpul?

I have three on pre-order for testing. Should start shipping in the next couple weeks.

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Posted 06 March 2007 - 10:56 AM

View Postmcb, on Mar 6 2007, 12:47 PM, said:

Truck test of the PMAG (YouTube link of video of impromptu test by Magpul)


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