Would you carry a gun with Magguts mag extension?

[RobzGuns]

Been using the original MagGuts in my factory Shield mags since they came out several years ago (2015). They've been flawless. I put several hundred Mags worth of rounds through them before trusting them for carry though.

I also have a couple mags with the newer Z-Spring and they work well too.

I didn't get them just because they added 1 more round. I use them because they allow me to easily load all seven rounds (in the flush mag) and allow the mag to lock in with a gently push, rather than needing to 'slam it home'.

Do a forum search of MagGuts and my user name and you will find the original threads.

Edited to add: Here it is... M&P shield owners, check it out

 

[Wise_A]

The word you are looking for is "hawking".

No. I'm really not.

 

[Cal44]

The word you are looking for is "hawking".

Not hawking anything.

Just asking a question.

 

[Rustyt1953]

Not hawking anything.

Just asking a question.

My reply was not directed at you.

 

[Rastoff]

Does one more round really make that much difference?

 

[Cal44]

Does one more round really make that much difference?

Probably not, but it might.

With the P238 I use the Sig manufactured 7 round magazines with the pinky extension rather than the flush 6 round version.

Fits my hand better and are easier to shoot.

So would going to 8 rounds be worth $22?

Might never need it, but then that's not much money either.

Now for someone on a tight budget, $22 might be significant. So they might come to a different conclusion.

But then, for someone on a tight budget, there are less expensive, perfectly serviceable guns, rather than a Sig.

 

[Well Armed]

Probably not, but it might.

With the P238 I use the Sig manufactured 7 round magazines with the pinky extension rather than the flush 6 round version.

Fits my hand better and are easier to shoot.

So would going to 8 rounds be worth $22?

Might never need it, but then that's not much money either.

Now for someone on a tight budget, $22 might be significant. So they might come to a different conclusion.

But then, for someone on a tight budget, there are less expensive, perfectly serviceable guns, rather than a Sig.

So basically you're using the same factory spring under less pressure correct? Never mind, I see that they supply the extra spring. Why do you personally believe that Sig or S&W chose not to use the same type of Maggut type setup from the factory? What reason do you have for why they'd go 7 or 8 rounds respectively instead or 8 and 9? Can't be because of any capacity laws...

 

[Rammer Jammer]

Does one more round really make that much difference?

As a guy who primarily carries 5 shot revolvers...probably not.

 

[GerSan69]

Heh. I don't see the need to buy something that costs more than the mag I'm "converting" just to get 1 or 2 extra rounds. I'd rather buy another magazine and get even more.

 

[Donn]

I know this will incur the wrath of the "what if" brigade, but I've never grasped this capacity obsession from guys who, for the most part, have never had to draw their weapon in anger. But, as the old saying goes, if it makes you feel good, do it.

 

[Rastoff]

Does one more round really make that much difference?

Probably not, but it might.

I ask this question every time this subject comes up, which is a lot. What you've posted here is the most common answer. Truthfully, no one ever left a gun fight wishing they had less ammo. Even so, modifying your gun should be meaningful otherwise it's a risk with no reward.

People worry about the legal ramifications of modifying their trigger or having Punisher grips on their carry gun, but not about adding more ammo. Hmmmm...

The most important goal with any defensive tool is functional reliability. Second is the user's ability to use that tool effectively. It's far to common for people to add capacity rather than adding a practice session at the range. If we did more of the second, the first would be less necessary.

 

[jim lock]

Probably not. I shoot a lot of rounds through my regular mags.to check for reliability brfore I use them in my CCW. I do check my CCW regularly.

 

[Skeet 028]

I have carried extended capacity mags. Only if reliable though. I have been known to be a gadget person. I carry extra mags also. ...I can say...a 7 round magazine in a 45 ain't enough in certain situations. If I carry a semi auto, extra rounds or not... I have shot it enough to make sure it is as reliable as possible. I knew a chopper pilot who carried a Ruger Blackhawk 357 cause he said...it always works. He could shoot it too

 

[Telecaster]

Do what makes you comfortable. If MagGuts kits are reliable for you, do whatever you want. Don't base your decision on what a bunch of total strangers think.

 

[bubbatime]

As previously said, I would rather have an uber reliable OEM magazine that I know will work, that I have total faith in, then to have an aftermarket part in my magazine that will always bug me in the back of my mind. And for only one extra round? Waste of money.

 

[oldiegoldie]

i have two for .380 Bodyguard. They have been 100% reliable at the range.......they work as advertised. Assembling them first few times was a challenge, but it is easy once it's been done numerous times. i doubt i'll ever use them for carry for one reason...there are alot of parts. am enclosing 2 pictures of the guts and the follower. there are 4 parts, not including the magazine base plate/pad. i'll keep using them every range trip and they may eventually earn my trust to use in carry magazines.

 

[Telecaster]

As previously said, I would rather have an uber reliable OEM magazine that I know will work, that I have total faith in, then to have an aftermarket part in my magazine that will always bug me in the back of my mind. And for only one extra round? Waste of money.

How do you know the OEM mags are uber reliable?

 

[Muss Muggins]

How do you know the OEM mags are uber reliable?

I've yet to meet an undamaged, unmodified OEM magazine that wasn't as reliable as the gun. I just realized I also need to qualify an earlier post I made. I do use Magpul AR mags, both .223/5.56 and .308. I have found them to be as reliable as OEM, if not more, and I think some manufacturers ship them instead of their own magazines . . .

 

[Rastoff]

I've yet to meet an undamaged, unmodified OEM magazine that wasn't as reliable as the gun.

I wish I could say the same. Unfortunately, I've had a few bad mags from the manufacturer. All were replaced without question and for free.

Magpul has made a great reputation for themselves. So much so, that many companies no longer produce their own mags and just ship PMAGs with their guns. Some notable instances of this are S&W, IWI and Ruger. Not all of their guns come with PMAGs, but several models do and it's a good decision.

 

[Smoke]

Does one more round really make that much difference?

Do you load your magazine to capacity after after you chamber a round?