Sub2000 G2 Patriot Mag Release – Part 2

Published on November 22, 2020
Duration: 7:09

This guide details how to perform a magazine change on a Kel-Tec Sub-2000 equipped with a Patriot Mag Release, a device that allows for legal removal of the California-mandated pistol grip fin. The process involves partially breaking the action to access the magazine release, dropping the old magazine, inserting a new one, and re-closing the action. The instructor emphasizes that while this adds a minor step, it significantly improves the ergonomics and shootability of the firearm, making practice more enjoyable and effective.

Quick Summary

The Patriot Mag Release enables legal compliance with California's featureless rifle laws by requiring partial disassembly for magazine changes, thus allowing the removal of the uncomfortable pistol grip fin. This significantly improves the ergonomics of the Kel-Tec Sub-2000, making it more comfortable to shoot and encouraging practice.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Viewer Question
  2. 00:07Patriot Mag Release Review Context
  3. 00:14Difficulty of Mag Release Device vs. Fin
  4. 00:27Ideal vs. Fin-Constrained Mag Release
  5. 00:42California Featureless Rifle Laws Explained
  6. 00:53Assault Weapon Definition in CA
  7. 01:04Sub-2000's Original Design Intent
  8. 01:15Legal Workaround: Disassembly for Mag Release
  9. 01:26Safety Check: Clearing the Firearm
  10. 01:49Ergonomic Issues with the Fin
  11. 01:58Thumb Recoil Pain from Fin
  12. 02:10Alternative Hand Placement Issues
  13. 02:22Recoil into Knuckle from Fin
  14. 02:50Using the Mag Release Without the Fin
  15. 02:58Demonstrating Magazine Change Process
  16. 03:09Breaking Action for Mag Release Access
  17. 03:23Mag Drop, Insert, Close, Rack
  18. 03:43Second Magazine Change Demonstration
  19. 03:59Practice and Muscle Memory
  20. 04:03Conclusion & Encouragement

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Patriot Mag Release help with California's featureless rifle laws?

The Patriot Mag Release allows for the legal removal of the pistol grip fin on firearms like the Kel-Tec Sub-2000. It functions by requiring the firearm to be disassembled (broken down) to remove the magazine, thus complying with regulations that prohibit detachable magazines without a fin on pistol-gripped rifles.

Is it difficult to change a magazine with the Patriot Mag Release on a Sub-2000?

Changing a magazine with the Patriot Mag Release requires partially breaking the action of the Sub-2000. While it adds a small step compared to a standard rifle, the instructor finds it significantly less cumbersome and more comfortable than shooting with the pistol grip fin, especially after practice.

What are the ergonomic problems caused by the pistol grip fin on a Kel-Tec Sub-2000?

The pistol grip fin on a Sub-2000 can force an unnatural hand position, causing the shooter's thumb to rest against hard metal components like the castle nut or buffer tube. This can lead to direct recoil transfer into the thumb bone, causing irritation and pain after shooting.

How does the Patriot Mag Release improve the shooting experience of the Sub-2000?

By allowing the removal of the pistol grip fin, the Patriot Mag Release enables a more natural and comfortable grip on the firearm. This improved ergonomics reduces discomfort and pain associated with recoil, making the Sub-2000 more enjoyable to shoot and encouraging more practice.

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