Description
The Mec-Gar P228 15-rounder sets the standard for what a compact carry magazine can deliver. You're getting 15 rounds in the same flush-fit profile that won't snag on your holster or print under a cover garment, while factory magazines top out at 13 rounds. That two-round advantage adds up fast whether you're at the range or relying on this pistol for daily carry.
What Makes This Mec-Gar P228 Magazine Reliable
Construction starts with certified carbon steel that's TIG welded for a seamless tube with no weak points. The whole thing gets heat treated to build durability into the metal itself. Your spring is made from high-tensile music wire, the kind that maintains its strength across thousands of load-unload cycles without taking a set. The polymer follower glides smoothly without binding, and the whole assembly is engineered to meet military and law enforcement specifications.
Fit and Compatibility for P228 and Select P229 Models
This magazine works perfectly in the original P228 and older P229 pistols that have a flat-sided, narrow magazine well. It will not fit newer P229 E2 or P229-1 models with the wider tapered magazine well, so double-check your pistol's generation before ordering. Experienced users report that these drop in and function exactly like factory mags, but with better springs and smoother feeding than what came with the gun.
Witness Holes and Easy Maintenance
A removable steel butt plate lets you disassemble the magazine for cleaning, and numbered witness holes on the side give you a quick visual round count without unloading. The blued finish resists corrosion and pairs well with any Sig platform pistol.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Mec-Gar
- Manufacturer Part Number: MGP22815B
- UPC/EAN: 765595440104
- Firearm Compatibility: SIG Sauer P228, older P229 (flat-sided narrow magazine well)
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 15 rounds
- Magazine Type: Detachable, flush-fit
- Tube Material: Heat-treated carbon steel
- Finish: Blued
- Spring Material: High-tensile music wire
- Follower Material: High-impact polymer
- Base Plate Material: High-impact polymer (removable)
- Overall Length: 9.45 inches
- Country of Origin: Made in Italy
- Weight (Unloaded): Approximately 0.23 lbs
What’s Included
- One 15-round magazine
- Removable steel butt plate
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Mec-Gar P228 magazine work in my P229?
It depends on which P229 generation you own. This magazine fits older P229 pistols with a flat-sided, narrow magazine well, just like the original P228. If you have a newer P229 E2 or P229-1 model with a wider tapered magazine well, this magazine will not fit. Check your manual or try a factory mag to see which style you have.
How many more rounds does this hold compared to factory P228 magazines?
Factory P228 magazines typically hold 13 rounds, while this Mec-Gar magazine holds 15. That's an extra two rounds while still maintaining the flush-fit design, so it doesn't extend below the magazine well or make your gun more difficult to conceal.
Is the Mec-Gar P228 magazine brand new magazines typically stiff to load?
New magazines with fresh springs can feel stiff when loading to full capacity, but they break in quickly with regular use. A few range sessions or dry-fire practice will get the spring working smoothly. This is normal and not a defect.
Does Mec-Gar manufacture factory SIG magazines?
Yes. Mec-Gar is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for SIG Sauer magazines, which means they make the magazines that come with SIG pistols. These aftermarket versions use the same quality standards and construction methods, so you're getting the same reliability at a better price.






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