All About Magazines

Published on August 24, 2019
Duration: 10:54

This video provides a basic guide to loading various types of firearm magazines, including 5.56, .308, large-frame ARs, and AI-pattern bolt-action magazines. It details the simple push-through method for most rifle magazines and a more nuanced technique for AI magazines, emphasizing proper seating of rounds. The instructor also touches on magazine lifecycle and maintenance.

Quick Summary

Loading 5.56 and AR-10 magazines is simple: locate the gap at the top, place a cartridge in it, and push straight down. Ensure rounds are staggered and seated to the rear by giving the magazine a slight pull back after loading. For AI-pattern magazines, a more specific technique involving a hard surface and precise finger placement is required.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction to Magazines
  2. 00:565.56 Magazines (Magpul Gen 2 & Gen 3)
  3. 01:07300 Blackout Specific Magazines
  4. 02:33Windowed Magazines Explained
  5. 03:21AR-10 / Large Frame Gas Gun Magazines
  6. 03:45Lancer vs. Magpul Large Frame Mags
  7. 04:39Bolt Action Rifle Magazines (AI Pattern)
  8. 05:339mm Pistol Magazines
  9. 06:149mm Subgun Magazines (Sig MPX)
  10. 06:49Loading Rifle Magazines (5.56, AR-10)
  11. 07:53Loading AI Pattern Magazines
  12. 08:35Magazine Lifecycle and Maintenance
  13. 09:13Tips for Magazine Longevity
  14. 10:13Discarding Old Magazines

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to load 5.56 and AR-10 magazines?

Loading 5.56 and AR-10 magazines is simple: locate the gap at the top, place a cartridge in it, and push straight down. Ensure rounds are staggered and seated to the rear by giving the magazine a slight pull back after loading.

Can I use 300 Blackout rounds in 5.56 magazines?

Yes, you can run 300 Blackout rounds in 5.56 magazines, but it's preferable to use dedicated 300 Blackout magazines. These have altered internal geometry to better accommodate the larger bullet diameter without feeding issues.

How do I extend the life of my firearm magazines?

To maximize magazine life, avoid constant loading and unloading. Leaving magazines loaded does not harm the springs. The primary cause of magazine deterioration is the wear from repeated cycling of loading and unloading.

What are the key differences between Magpul Gen 2 and Gen 3 PMAGs?

Magpul Gen 3 PMAGs include an over-insertion tab and a dot matrix on the bottom for easier identification and numbering of your magazines, features not present on the Gen 2 models.

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