Description
The CMC Match Grade 1911 Officer magazine brings precision engineering to compact carry. Made right here in the USA from 410 stainless steel, this magazine uses the same tooling and design upgrades as CMC's Power Mags but in a flush-fit, 7-round package that's built for Officer-size frames.
What sets Match Grade apart is the attention to detail. Die-controlled tolerances hold to plus or minus .001 inch, which is more than 75% tighter than standard military specifications. The result is enhanced feed geometry that works with a broader selection of ammunition types, from standard ball rounds to premium hollow points. You get the improved follower design and feed lip geometry from CMC's premium lineup without the extended tube.
Rocket Wire Spring and Welded Construction
Inside you'll find aerospace-grade rocket wire in the spring for increased reliability, paired with a stainless steel follower for smooth feeding. The base plate is laser-welded flush to the magazine body, giving you a truly compact profile that won't snag on clothing or holsters. The magazine is also pre-drilled if you want to add an optional screw-on base pad for extended magazine wells on competition guns.
Built for Officer Models
This is a true compact magazine designed specifically for 1911 Officer and Defender frames. It won't work in full-size Government or Commander models, so check your grip dimensions before ordering. Numbered witness holes on both sides let you count your rounds at a glance, and the flush fit keeps the magazine sitting inside your grip without printing. CMC backs every magazine with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 7 Rounds
- Frame Fit: 1911 Officer / Compact
- Body Material: Stainless Steel (410)
- Spring Material: Aerospace-Grade Rocket Wire Steel
- Follower Material: Stainless Steel
- Base Plate: Laser-Welded Stainless Steel (Flush)
- Base Pad Drilled: Yes (optional pad sold separately)
- Tolerance Standard: +/- .001 inch (match-grade)
- Finish: Natural Stainless
- Witness Holes: Numbered (both sides)
- Manufacturer: CMC Products (Chip McCormick Custom)
- Manufacturer Part Number: M-MG-45CP7
- UPC: 705263141209
What’s Included
- 1x CMC Match Grade 7-round magazine
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Officer magazine fit my full-size 1911?
No. This magazine is designed specifically for compact Officer-size 1911 frames and won't work in full-size Government or Commander models. You can check your frame by measuring the center-to-center distance between your grip screws. Officer frames measure 2.6875 inches, while full-size frames measure 3.0625 inches. Always verify fit before purchasing.
What's the difference between Match Grade and CMC's other magazines?
Match Grade magazines use the same premium design upgrades and tooling as CMC's Power Mags but with a fixed, flush-fit base plate instead of an extended tube. They hold the same tight tolerances and use rocket wire springs, but they're lighter and more concealable. Power Mags offer extra capacity and extended baseplates for wider magazine wells.
Can I add a base pad to this magazine?
Yes. The magazine comes pre-drilled for an optional screw-on base pad, which is sold separately. Base pads are typically used by competition shooters who have extended magazine wells that benefit from the extra material for smoother insertion and seating.
How do the witness holes work on this magazine?
The magazine has numbered witness holes running down both sides so you can glance at the magazine and quickly see how many rounds are loaded without removing it from your pistol or mag carrier. This is especially useful during training or competition.






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