Magpul mags > Glock

Posted: 3/17/2016 12:07:31 AM EDT

This may have been brought up in the past but I couldn't find it.

Recently purchased a G17 mag and it is really tough to load to even 10 rds. Anyone else have this problem and how did you resolve it?

Also, are there any weighted mag plates/+ plates that will work with them yet?

Posted: 3/17/2016 12:32:13 AM EDT

[#1]

Use the Glock factory mag loader th help. It will get easier with use

Posted: 3/17/2016 1:28:57 AM EDT

[#2]

email magpul, they will replace it.

Posted: 3/17/2016 8:25:06 AM EDT

[#3]

Mine load to capacity easier than the factory mags.
No idea on basepads.

Posted: 3/17/2016 9:57:20 AM EDT

[#4]

I hate to admit it but I had to use the factory mad loader after 10 or 11. After 200 rds (breaking in a new barrel) I actually had a blister!

I'm gonna take it apart just to see where wear marks are at and I guess email magpul. Great mag otherwise IMO

Posted: 3/17/2016 12:10:49 PM EDT

[#5]

Had this problem with mine but I had some plastic flashing leftover on the follower and inside the mag. After I cleaned that up they have worked perfect ever since.

Posted: 3/17/2016 1:23:20 PM EDT

[#6]

I bought one to try a month or so ago. The spring does seem stiff, little hard to load fully and somewhat hard to pull back the slide with a full mag loaded. I assume it just needs to be broke in more.

Posted: 3/17/2016 2:27:43 PM EDT

[#7]

They'll get better. I've shot 300 trouble-free rounds with these mags and they've become much easier to load.

Posted: 3/17/2016 2:32:52 PM EDT

[#8]

mine took about 5 times of using it before it loosened up. I wouldn't hesitate to buy more.

Posted: 3/19/2016 3:06:35 AM EDT

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Posted: 3/19/2016 10:03:38 AM EDT

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Are these mags only range worthy or would you trust your life to them and use it for carry ?

Posted: 3/19/2016 10:28:21 AM EDT

[#11]

I would love to buy some to try out but since I live in a commie state and am confined to 10rds I'm SOL

Posted: 3/19/2016 10:56:37 AM EDT

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Same here mine are whole lot easier to load than my factory mags. I have about 300 rounds through my two, Both have ran 100% reliable

Posted: 3/19/2016 2:49:24 PM EDT

[#13]

Get you one of these.
http://www.amazon.com/Maglula-UpLula-Magazine-Loader-Unloader/dp/B0187CVJC0

Posted: 3/19/2016 9:00:41 PM EDT

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I have at least 1000 rounds between to G17 mags. No issues. I have a shit ton of OEM, but wouldn't hesitate one bit to carry with Magpuls.

Posted: 3/19/2016 9:07:53 PM EDT

[#15]

I bought 1 just to try it. Numerous rds out of it without any issues. I intend on getting more.

Posted: 3/19/2016 9:10:08 PM EDT

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I have at least 1000 rounds between to G17 mags. No issues. I have a shit ton of OEM, but wouldn't hesitate one bit to carry with Magpuls.

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Are these mags only range worthy or would you trust your life to them and use it for carry ?

I have at least 1000 rounds between to G17 mags. No issues. I have a shit ton of OEM, but wouldn't hesitate one bit to carry with Magpuls.

Like your avatar. Nice range. Wife and I shoot at the GSSF match there.

Posted: 3/20/2016 1:33:07 AM EDT

[#17]

Magpul just put out a thicker rubberized baseplate for the GL9 mags. I think they come in a 3 pack for around $20. Adds a quarter inch to the base of the mag but doesn't increase capacity.

Posted: 3/20/2016 1:47:30 AM EDT

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I hate to admit it but I had to use the factory mad loader after 10 or 11. After 200 rds (breaking in a new barrel) I actually had a blister!

I'm gonna take it apart just to see where wear marks are at and I guess email magpul. Great mag otherwise IMO

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Breaking in a pistol barrel.....that's a new one to me, I've always just started shoot'in

Posted: 3/25/2016 6:38:53 PM EDT

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I hate to admit it but I had to use the factory mad loader after 10 or 11. After 200 rds (breaking in a new barrel) I actually had a blister!

I'm gonna take it apart just to see where wear marks are at and I guess email magpul. Great mag otherwise IMO

Breaking in a pistol barrel.....that's a new one to me, I've always just started shoot'in

Oh ya know, had to preheat it with a small torch to get it to operating temp before installing and firing 3-5 rds. Repeat until 50 rds fired. Clean and then check bore to ensure even wear of the rifling.

Yeah, I just started shooting. Put 200 though it and actually noticed the group started tightening up. Or I started getting better.

Only point of post was the mags.

Posted: 3/26/2016 1:02:17 PM EDT

[#20]

No Issues here. I use a Maglula. I have six mags and have had no issues. I use my mags for practice and some matches. No issues

Posted: 3/26/2016 10:10:45 PM EDT

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Two of mine have had issues during rapid fire in competition. I consider mine range mags. My Glock factory mags are 100%.

They do make great range mags though.

Posted: 3/27/2016 6:30:36 PM EDT

[#22]

Mine were a touch harder to load than factory. I don't see them holding up as long as factory without a steel liner.

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