Fastest Fixed Magazine Setup

Published on October 24, 2022
Duration: 1:01

This guide details the installation of a fixed magazine setup for an AR-15, focusing on the Hogue Freedom Fighter and AR Maglock Kingpin, as demonstrated by Reno May. This configuration prevents magazine drops without opening the action, a common requirement for compliance in certain jurisdictions. The process involves minor drilling and pin replacement, enabling magazine changes by slightly separating the receivers. The use of a BAD Lever is also highlighted for efficient bolt release after reloading.

Quick Summary

The fastest fixed magazine setup for an AR-15 involves the Hogue Freedom Fighter kit and the AR Maglock Kingpin. This configuration requires opening the action to release the magazine, meeting compliance requirements in states like California. The Hogue Freedom Fighter locks the magazine catch via a drilled pin, while the Kingpin allows minimal receiver separation for release.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Shooting Demonstration
  2. 00:10Fixed Magazine Setup Overview
  3. 00:20Hogue Freedom Fighter Installation
  4. 00:30AR Maglock Kingpin Installation
  5. 00:40Bolt-Back Magazine Release
  6. 00:50BAD Lever Integration

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hogue Freedom Fighter kit used for on an AR-15?

The Hogue Freedom Fighter kit is used to create a fixed magazine setup on an AR-15. It involves drilling a small hole in the lower receiver to install a pin that locks the magazine catch, preventing the magazine from being dropped without opening the firearm's action.

How does the AR Maglock Kingpin facilitate magazine changes on a fixed-magazine AR-15?

The AR Maglock Kingpin replaces the standard rear takedown pin. It allows the upper and lower receivers of the AR-15 to separate just enough when the pin is pulled, enabling the magazine catch to be disengaged and the magazine to be released.

Can you still reload an AR-15 with a fixed magazine when the bolt is locked back?

Yes, this fixed magazine setup allows for magazine changes even when the bolt is locked back. This is crucial for clearing malfunctions and maintaining operational capability, and a BAD Lever can speed up the bolt release.

What is the primary benefit of a fixed magazine setup like the Hogue Freedom Fighter and AR Maglock Kingpin?

The primary benefit is compliance with firearm regulations in certain jurisdictions, such as California, which require magazines to be permanently attached or removable only by disassembling the firearm's action.

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