Magpul PMAG17 GL9 Review

Published on May 5, 2015
Duration: 5:07

This review from TFB TV, featuring James Reeves, details the extreme durability testing of the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 for Glock 17 pistols. The video showcases the magazine's resilience against significant abuse, including impacts and rifle fire, followed by a successful live-fire test of all 17 rounds. It highlights the PMAG's all-polymer construction and ease of maintenance compared to factory magazines.

Quick Summary

The Magpul PMAG17 GL9 is an all-polymer 9mm magazine for Glock pistols, tested for extreme durability. It withstood impacts, hatchet strikes, and rifle rounds, yet successfully cycled all 17 rounds in a Glock 17. Its baseplate is easily removable with a pen, simplifying maintenance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Glock Recall Context
  2. 01:02Magpul vs. Factory Glock Magazine Comparison
  3. 02:44Extreme Durability & Torture Testing
  4. 03:31Post-Damage Function Test & Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

How durable is the Magpul PMAG17 GL9?

The Magpul PMAG17 GL9 underwent extreme durability testing, including impacts on concrete, hatchet strikes, and being shot with 5.56 rifle rounds. Despite significant visible damage, it maintained its structural integrity and continued to function reliably.

Can the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 be easily disassembled?

Yes, the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 features a baseplate that can be removed with simple tools, such as a ballpoint pen, making disassembly for cleaning or maintenance straightforward and user-friendly compared to some factory magazines.

What are the key differences between the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 and a factory Glock magazine?

The PMAG17 GL9 is constructed entirely of polymer, making it lighter than a factory Glock magazine. It also features fewer witness holes and a more easily removable baseplate, simplifying maintenance and inspection.

Did the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 function after being damaged?

Remarkably, yes. After being subjected to severe abuse, including hatchet marks and bullet impacts, the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 was loaded with 17 rounds and successfully fired them all through a Glock 17 without any malfunctions, demonstrating exceptional resilience.

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