Chiappa 1911-22 .22 LR Polymer Magazine 10-Round

Description

The Chiappa 1911-22 magazine is the factory-spec replacement piece for owners of the Chiappa M1911-22 rimfire pistol. It's made from impact-resistant polymer with a matte black finish that matches the pistol perfectly. At just 10 rounds, this magazine is built for the .22 LR cartridge and delivers the feeding reliability needed for an affordable training platform.

Polymer Construction for Lightweight Handling

Unlike centerfire 1911 magazines, this polymer design keeps things light without sacrificing function. The glass-filled polymer body pairs with a stainless steel spring and polymer follower to push rounds into the chamber smoothly. You'll notice the magazine feels less robust than metal centerfire magazines, which is expected given the reduced recoil of rimfire ammunition. The polymer holds up well through extended shooting sessions with minimal wear to the feed lips or body.

Built-In Ejector Feature

This magazine includes a small stud on the rear left corner that functions as a spent cartridge ejector, which is unique to the 1911-22 design. Factory-drilled witness holes let you count loaded rounds at a glance without removing the magazine from the gun. These details show how Chiappa engineered the magazine specifically for how the 1911-22 actually operates, not as a direct 1911 clone.

Real-World Feeding Performance

You can load it easily and quickly, and feeding is generally reliable through the break-in period. Some users report occasional failures to feed after extended use, particularly with weaker ammunition loads, but consistent cleaning and proper maintenance minimize these issues. The magazine works well with quality .22 LR ammunition from brands like CCI and Federal. Keep in mind that like all .22 LR magazines, performance depends partly on ammunition type and quality. One thing to expect: lightweight polymer magazines sometimes won't drop free when you hit the release, so you may need to pull them out by hand occasionally.