m&p 15-22 magazine loader

[Maddmax]

For the skunkwerkz design, I like that it is very simple, but it is multiple parts and bigger. The initial price will be lower though. Because you can't load a full 25 rounds in this one and have to reload the filler tube, but it is faster because of the way it holds the rounds and you use the load assist tabs.

What I would like to see for the skunkwerkz design is essentially the ability to use it in two pieces. The rapid loader portion that would normally be used to fill the loading tube connected to the magazine cap would be part one, and the magazine cap would be part two. I would use some plastic tubes to make a number of ammo holders that could then be used later with the magazine cap without needing the rapid loader portion. Then I'd just fill as many of the tubes as I would expect to need at home, then load (or reload) the magazines at the range with the magazine cap and preloaded tubes. I've attached some pictures of the tubes I'm envisioning, that can hold the full 25 rounds at a time.

So just how long are those 25 round tubes ???

 

[Zax]

I like the idea of having additional tubes with end caps, that could be pre-filled. Perhaps that could be an option.

I'm not so sure about a 25 round capacity just because of the length but it sure would be nice for the range.

 

[Jyezahn]

So just how long are those 25 round tubes ???

They're just over 25 rounds in length. Lay out 25 rounds and add maybe half an inch for the empty space and end-caps.

 

[skunkwerkz]

i put two loading tubes together, the tube measures 25 inch's, it works but very cumbersome ,and will have to sell with eye patch's? adds about $5.00 to each kit $3 tube $2 eye patch, law suit priceless!

 

[straightshooter47]

you could always adapt the adapter to accept a cartridge dump from one of these:

Spee-d-loaders

but then it becomes a balancing act between holding the magazine, sliding the mag follower button down, and holding the alignment of the spee-d-loader to the adapter...

 

[telero]

Skunk: I do like the way the design is now, even being two pieces. It is flexible, simple, and could work very well with my idea of extra pre-filled tubes. I didn't realize the tube is removable, so that will be helpful. What is the OD of the tube that goes in the cap?

As far as length, a 25 round tube is 24-3/4" inches long, but 25 is a good round number. I used the Lee's Aquarium 3/8" thinwall rigid tubing and cut it to length. A 36 inch tube is good for a 25 and 10 round tube. The endcaps I used are Hillman vinyl thread protectors that I picked up from Lowe's in a 3-pack for $0.92. The overall length of the tube shouldn't be an issue for transport if you use a gun bag to move around your 15-22. And they shouldn't be too bad to handle in the end cap to do the actual filling of the magzine I think, but we'll see once the loader is available

I've seen the Spee-d-loaders before and they are interesting. Most retailers seem to carry the model that holds 15 LR rounds per chamber, although the website has several different capacities listed as well. 8 chambers that hold 15 rounds each would give you kind of an odd number for loading 25 round mags. Maybe alternate 15/10 and have 4 full reloads? Overall, I think it would be a bit more expensive to use that since you can buy a bunch of the tubes to make 25 round spares for less than the cost of the Spee-d-loader.

 

[skunkwerkz]

i have experimented with long tube capacities but i seems to make it cumbersome to use,,but once there available it will be interesting to see what mods will come of it!

 

[skunkwerkz]

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[davidbush05]

Hey "skunk" I hope you're doing well. Have a great day today!
drb

 

[Maddmax]

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Any new updates for us ?

 

[skunkwerkz]

update status:
still in tooling, having a problem with the molding, they keep kicking it out for draft angel problems ,,, trying to get the right draft on the part to get it to kick out of the mold properly, and set it to fir properly,,while keeping the final part to fit the magazine snug,,,
hang in there guys i am doing everything i can to get this project to market as fast as possible!!!!!

 

[Majorlk]

Thanks for the update.

 

[Zax]

draft angel problems

I think you mean angle

Appreciate the update, hope they get it figured out soon.

 

[rraisley]

I think you mean angle

Nope. Angles are for amatuers; Skunkwerkz uses ANGELS!

 

[Col. Plink]

im not sure i really didnt think that name all the way the out may be "aaa mag loader" so its first in the phone book? ive been calling it the "lead injector" what does everyone else think? shoot me some names and majork your in charge of the shorting it to military alfa nameso letem roll
lets hear em

I'd name it the "Yankee Clipper" ...

 

[skunkwerkz]

sorry no spell check on the laptop,, plus the lady friend trying to distract me from work stuff,,ok goto go hmmmm. back to work

 

[davidbush05]

update status:
still in tooling, having a problem with the molding, they keep kicking it out for draft angel problems ,,, trying to get the right draft on the part to get it to kick out of the mold properly, and set it to fir properly,,while keeping the final part to fit the magazine snug,,,
hang in there guys i am doing everything i can to get this project to market as fast as possible!!!!!

Well brother between this and your lady it sounds like you're getting as much work done as possible. Keep hanging in there yourself man! Thank you in advance.
drb

 

[Maddmax]

update status:
still in tooling, having a problem with the molding, they keep kicking it out for draft angel problems ,,, trying to get the right draft on the part to get it to kick out of the mold properly, and set it to fir properly,,while keeping the final part to fit the magazine snug,,,
hang in there guys i am doing everything i can to get this project to market as fast as possible!!!!!

How's things coming ? Give that machine a good wack with a hammer and a hard kick.

 

[davidbush05]

Think I'll wait for the reviews. I don't care for the way they staggerd either. I don't mind hand loading 22's. The faster you load the quicker they go.

HAHAHAHA - look someone is getting impatient.

 

[Dikinalaska]

Not an update on the mag loader, but the sun's coming up again up here on the top of the world. No need for the glow-in-the-dark anymore