FAQ 50 ( Leaving Magazines Loaded )

Published on April 24, 2013
Duration: 1:10

This video addresses the common concern that leaving magazines loaded can damage the spring. Hickok45 explains, based on expert consensus, that static tension does not degrade magazine springs. Instead, the primary cause of spring wear is the repeated cycle of compression and decompression associated with loading and unloading or firing the firearm.

Quick Summary

Leaving a magazine loaded does not damage the spring. Experts agree that magazine springs are worn out by the cycle of compression and decompression (loading and unloading/shooting), not by being held under static tension for long periods.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Viewer Question
  2. 00:28FAQ: Loaded Magazines & Spring Damage
  3. 00:46How Magazine Springs Actually Wear Out

Frequently Asked Questions

Does leaving a magazine loaded damage the spring?

According to Hickok45 and expert consensus, leaving a magazine loaded does not damage the spring. The spring is designed to handle static tension for long periods without degradation.

What causes magazine springs to wear out?

Magazine springs wear out primarily due to the repeated cycle of compression and decompression that occurs when loading, unloading, or firing the firearm, not from being held under static tension.

Is it safe to store loaded magazines?

Yes, it is generally considered safe to store loaded magazines. Experts agree that the springs are not significantly harmed by remaining compressed over time.

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