Accessorize Your 1911: Magazine Release

Published on June 27, 2014
Duration: 3:17

Upgrading the 1911 magazine release is a straightforward modification for improved control and faster reloads. Options range from extended and oversized buttons for easier manipulation to specialized designs for smaller hands. The process involves safely unloading the firearm, then using a screwdriver to remove the old catch and install the new one, followed by testing for proper function and magazine drop.

Quick Summary

Upgrading your 1911's magazine release offers better control and faster reloads. Options include extended, oversized, and rearward-extended buttons. Installation involves safely unloading the pistol, removing the old catch with a screwdriver, installing the new one, and testing for proper function and magazine drop.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: 1911 Magazine Catch Upgrades
  2. 00:23Types of Magazine Catches Explained
  3. 01:06How to Remove & Disassemble 1911 Magazine Catch
  4. 01:55Installing & Testing Your New Magazine Catch

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of upgrading a 1911 magazine release?

Upgrading your 1911's magazine release can provide better control, facilitate faster reloads, and allow for aesthetic customization. Different types of catches are available to suit various shooter needs and preferences.

What types of 1911 magazine catches are available?

You can find extended catches for easier activation, oversized buttons for competition use, and rearward-extended buttons designed for shooters with smaller hands, offering improved ergonomics.

How do you install a new 1911 magazine release?

Ensure the firearm is unloaded. Depress the existing catch, turn the lock counter-clockwise with a screwdriver to remove it. Install the new catch, depress it, and turn the lock clockwise. Test for proper function.

What tools are needed to change a 1911 magazine release?

The primary tool required is a small flat-head screwdriver to manipulate the magazine catch lock. Some oversized buttons might also require a hex key for installation.

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