Just don’t buy the metal Glock mags yet

Published on March 7, 2025
Duration: 13:45

This video, featuring firearms instructor Ben Stoeger, discusses the performance issues encountered with new MeGar metal magazines designed for Glock compatibility. Stoeger and viewer comments highlight problems such as magazines not seating correctly, dropping out under pressure, and causing malfunctions, particularly in worn firearms. The consensus is that while MeGar is a reputable manufacturer, these specific magazines are not yet a reliable alternative to OEM Glock magazines for critical applications.

Quick Summary

MeGar's new metal magazines designed for Glock compatibility are currently experiencing significant reliability issues, including failure to seat, accidental release, and malfunctions. Firearms instructor Ben Stoeger advises against purchasing them for critical use, recommending OEM Glock magazines as the proven reliable alternative.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to MeGar Glock Mags
  2. 00:45Viewer Comments on MeGar Mags
  3. 01:03PMAGs as Training Mags
  4. 01:33Smart Strategy: Waiting for Product Testing
  5. 01:52Humble Marksman's Prediction
  6. 02:07Real-World Testing vs. Initial Impressions
  7. 02:29Future Hopes for MeGar Mags
  8. 02:41Glock vs. Clone Mags
  9. 02:51MeGar Mag Catch Design Issues
  10. 03:01New vs. Worn Glock Performance
  11. 03:19Magazine Retention Issues
  12. 03:34Dimple Design Testing Concerns
  13. 03:52Changing Mag Release vs. Not Buying
  14. 04:14HDs vs. Glocks: Mag Issues
  15. 04:21Glock Mag Compatibility Selling Point
  16. 04:40Over-Insertion Protection Lack
  17. 04:55Glock's Metal Mag Testing Findings
  18. 05:25Glock's Longevity Philosophy
  19. 05:51Early HD Reports & STI Days
  20. 06:04MeGar's OEM Manufacturing Role
  21. 06:22Shame About MeGar Issues
  22. 06:37Difficulty of Reliable Production
  23. 06:43Staccato Check Bounce
  24. 07:01Desire for Metal Glock Mags
  25. 07:09Mag Release BS vs. OEM
  26. 07:21Ordered Mags Too Late
  27. 07:33Integrity of Honest Reviews
  28. 07:45Pro Shop Agnosticism
  29. 08:17Gen 1 Expectations
  30. 08:30Waiting for Updates
  31. 08:47Glock 47 Mag Issues
  32. 09:04Worn Mag Catch Correlation
  33. 09:09Other MeGar Mag Issues
  34. 09:21Malfunction Logging
  35. 09:24Worn Glock Mag Release Explanation
  36. 09:38New Mag Catch vs. Not Buying
  37. 09:46Too Good To Be True
  38. 09:58Don't Buy Yet
  39. 10:10ETS Mags for the Win
  40. 10:16G34 Mag Wear from MeGar Use
  41. 10:29Not Surprised by Issues
  42. 10:33Factory Glock Mags Unbeaten
  43. 10:38Glock Conundrum
  44. 10:46More Mag Catch Issues
  45. 10:54Fail to Feeds with MeGar Mags
  46. 11:03Compensator Stress Test
  47. 11:10System Stress Indicators
  48. 11:45Caution Advised
  49. 11:50Incoming Mags
  50. 12:02Same Comments Repeated
  51. 12:03Why Not Beta Test Staccato HD
  52. 12:24Staccato HD Predictions
  53. 12:58Orange vs. Green Followers
  54. 13:17Follower Color Significance
  55. 13:21Why Metal Glock Mags?
  56. 13:31No Issues with Glock Mags
  57. 13:36Today's Report

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main problems with MeGar's metal Glock-compatible magazines?

Users report that MeGar's metal Glock-compatible magazines often fail to seat correctly, can be accidentally released under shooting pressure, and cause malfunctions like fail-to-feeds, especially in firearms with some wear.

Are MeGar metal Glock magazines reliable for duty or competition?

Based on current user feedback and testing, MeGar metal Glock-compatible magazines are not considered reliable for duty or competition due to significant functional issues. OEM Glock magazines are recommended instead.

Why did MeGar round the edges on their new Glock-compatible magazines?

MeGar rounded the edges on the magazine catch interface to prevent users from needing to swap to an aftermarket metal mag release. However, this design change has not resolved the compatibility and reliability problems.

What did Glock's testing reveal about metal magazines?

Glock's internal testing indicated that metal magazines can cause excessive wear on mag catches, galling in the magwell, and damage to feed lips without polymer buffers. They concluded metal-on-metal interfaces are less durable long-term than steel-reinforced polymer.

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