Description
This Ed Brown magazine is built for reliability. The 9-round capacity for 9mm is no accident—it's engineered specifically for optimal feeding. Because 9mm rounds are tapered, a nine-round configuration keeps round nose pressure controlled during stacking. A ten-rounder can cause feeding issues and dive the nose into the feed ramp on certain platforms, so Ed Brown dialed this in for universal compatibility across Government model frames from different makers.
What Makes the Ed Brown 849 Stand Out
The tube is 0.025-inch thick heat-treated 410 stainless and polished inside and out to eliminate drag. That polishing is paired with a self-lubricating finish that keeps things running smooth. You get a patented steel follower and one of the stiffest springs in the industry, both designed to lock your slide to the rear reliably every time. The whole package gets TIG welded for maximum strength, then hand-finished to feel buttery smooth.
Base Pad Flexibility That Actually Works
You get two different base pads with installation screws. Leave the pads off entirely for a flush fit if you carry concealed. Install the thin pad for a low-profile that gives just enough length to seat the mag easily without the bulk. Go with the thick pad if your gun has a magwell and you want maximum extension for sure indexing. All three configurations are included, so you can adjust as your needs change.
Built to Last
Ed Brown backs these magazines with a lifetime warranty on the tube and follower. The magazine exchange program lets you trade in old worn magazines for a discounted new one, keeping your gun running right year after year. Proper lubrication and occasional cleaning are all these mags need to keep functioning flawlessly.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ed Brown Products
- Manufacturer Part Number: 849
- UPC: 800732849003
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 9 rounds
- Magazine Type: Detachable
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Finish: Polished Stainless
- Firearm Fit: 1911 Government (Full-Size)
- Tube Construction: 0.025" Heat-Treated 410 Stainless
- Follower Type: Patented Steel Follower
- Spring: High-Tensile Steel
- Welding Method: TIG Welded
- Length: 8.55 inches
- Finish Treatment: Self-Lubricating
What’s Included
- 1x Ed Brown 9mm Magazine (9-round capacity)
- 1x Thick base pad with screws
- 1x Thin base pad with screws
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Ed Brown 9mm magazine work with my Kimber or Springfield 1911?
Yes. This magazine is designed to work reliably across all Government model 1911s in 9mm, regardless of manufacturer. The feed lips and internal geometry are calibrated specifically for 9mm Luger, and Ed Brown engineered these to achieve universal compatibility with quality 1911 platforms.
What's the difference between the thick and thin base pads?
The thin pad gives you a low-profile option that protects the magazine base and makes insertion slightly easier without adding much bulk. The thick pad is for guns with magwells or when you want maximum extension for easier grabbing and seating. You can also run the magazine completely flush with no pad for concealed carry.
Why does Ed Brown make a 9-round magazine instead of 10 rounds for 9mm?
The 9-round capacity is intentional. Because 9mm rounds are tapered, nine rounds stack with controlled nose pressure and feed reliably. A 10-round configuration can cause the round nose to dive into the feed ramp on some platforms, creating feeding failures. The nine-round design ensures consistent performance across different 1911 models.
What kind of warranty comes with this magazine?
Ed Brown covers the tube and follower with a lifetime warranty. They also offer a magazine exchange program that lets you trade in an old worn magazine plus ten dollars for a brand new Ed Brown magazine, keeping your gun running reliably for years to come.






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