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The Wilson Combat 1911 Elite Tactical Compact 10-round magazine is purpose-built for 9mm compact 1911 handguns and represents the result of months of intensive development by Bill Wilson. After testing through countless custom and factory 9mm 1911s, this magazine solves the reliability issues that plague many single-stack 9mm platforms.
What sets these magazines apart is the engineering underneath. The Next Generation ETM tube features a small front ramp that prevents nose-down feeding with short rounds and hollow points, while the redesigned back spacer accommodates a wide variety of ammunition loading options. You get stainless steel construction throughout, including an innovative steel follower and high-tensile spring designed to maintain positive slide lockback even in guns with marginal slide stops. The 0.025-inch thick tube walls eliminate the feed lip cracking and tube fatigue you see in lesser magazines.
You'll notice the refinement when you load it. The proprietary multi-step tumbling and finishing process creates exceptionally smooth operation, making magazine insertion and removal feel effortless. Factory-machined witness slots on the side let you verify your round count at a glance. The low-profile steel base pad keeps the magazine profile compact while providing lasting shock and corrosion resistance.
This is built for competition or duty use. Bill Wilson logged over 10,000 rounds of factory and reloaded ammunition testing to develop this design. Whether you're running it through a STI Staccato, Kimber Ultra, or custom builder's frame, this magazine works reliably when it counts. Keep in mind these are compact-only and won't fit full-size 1911 frames.
No. This is specifically designed for compact frame 1911s and will not fit full-size Government or Commander models. The frame grip dimensions are different between compact and full-size platforms. Check your pistol's frame size before ordering.
Wilson Combat redesigned the entire magazine from the ground up. The front ramp prevents nose-down feeding with shorter or hollow point ammunition, the steel follower and high-tensile spring ensure reliable lockback, and the thicker tube walls resist cracking and fatigue. Bill Wilson personally tested over 10,000 rounds developing this design.
It's designed to feed smoothly and seat reliably in a wide variety of compact 1911s including custom and factory models. However, individual pistol compatibility can vary based on frame machining and slide stop fit. We recommend testing with your specific gun if possible, particularly for critical carry applications.
Yes, the steel base pad is removable and replaceable. Wilson Combat offers different base pad options separately if you want to customize the fit or look of your magazine.
Absolutely. These magazines were developed for both competition and tactical applications. The smooth operation, positive lockback, and reliable feeding across various ammunition types make them suitable for USPSA matches, personal defense, or any demanding use.
Wilson Combat has been manufacturing 1911 magazines for over 30 years and builds hundreds of thousands of them. Feed-related failures in 1911s are often traced to poor quality magazines. Wilson's commitment to aircraft-grade materials, precision tolerances, and strict quality control makes these among the most reliable magazines available for the 1911 platform.
| UPC | 811826024640 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 500-9C10B |
| Capacity | 10-Round |
| Quantity | 1 |
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