Description
The Chip McCormick Match Grade 8-round magazine takes the proven USGI-style fixed-base 1911 design and dials in the details that matter. It's built for full-size Government and Commander 1911s chambered in .45 ACP, and it earns its "Match Grade" name through tighter manufacturing and refined internals that keep rounds feeding the way they should, mag after mag.
What Sets the Match Grade 1911 Magazine Apart
This one comes from the folks at CMC Products, the company behind the legendary Shooting Star magazines that have been a 1911 staple since the '80s. The Match Grade uses an improved follower and reworked feed-lip geometry to smooth out feeding, and the whole thing is held to die-controlled tolerances of plus or minus .001 inch. That's roughly 75 percent tighter than what you'll find on typical mil-spec magazines, and it shows up in consistency once you're on the range.
Built From the Spring Up
The internal spring is made from aerospace-grade rocket wire, so it holds tension over the long haul and keeps the follower doing its job. The body is stainless steel with a welded base plate for real durability, and it's drilled to accept an optional base pad if you like a little extra grip when you slam a fresh mag home. The stainless finish also shrugs off the everyday moisture and handling that comes with a working pistol.
Reading Your Round Count at a Glance
Large witness holes run up the side and they're numbered, so you can eyeball exactly how many rounds you've got loaded without pulling the mag or counting by feel. It's a small touch that pays off at the bench, in a class, or anytime you want to top off without guessing. If you shoot a 1911 in .45 and want magazines you can trust, grabbing a few of these is an easy call.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Chip McCormick (CMC Products)
- Model: Match Grade
- Manufacturer Part Number: MMG45FS8BP
- UPC: 750958734778
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 8 Rounds
- Fits: Full-Size 1911 Government
- Body Material: Stainless Steel
- Base Style: USGI-Style Fixed Base, Welded Base Plate
- Base Pad: Drilled for Optional Base Pad
- Spring: Aerospace-Grade Rocket Wire
- Tolerances: Die-Controlled +/- .001 inch
- Witness Holes: Large, Numbered
- Country of Origin: USA
What’s Included
- 1 Chip McCormick Match Grade 8-round .45 ACP stainless steel 1911 magazine
Frequently Asked Questions
What pistols does the Match Grade 1911 magazine fit?
It's designed for full-size 1911 Government pistols chambered in .45 ACP. Full-size covers the traditional USGI frame, which includes both 5-inch Government and 4.25-inch Commander length models. If your 1911 runs standard full-size .45 mags, this one will drop right in.
Does this Chip McCormick magazine come with a base pad installed?
No, this version ships with a flush welded base plate rather than a base pad attached. The body is drilled to accept an optional base pad if you decide you want one later. That gives you the flush-fit look out of the box with the option to add grip down the road.
What makes it "Match Grade" compared to a standard 1911 magazine?
The Match Grade is built to die-controlled tolerances held to plus or minus .001 inch, which is about 75 percent tighter than typical mil-spec magazines. It also gets an improved follower and refined feed-lip geometry for more consistent feeding. Those tighter tolerances are what drive the reliable, repeatable performance.
How do I check how many rounds are loaded?
The magazine has large witness holes running up the side, and they're numbered so you can read your round count at a glance. That means no pulling the mag apart or counting by feel. It's handy at the range or anytime you want to top off quickly.




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