Description
This is the magazine your Ruger American Pistol 9mm came with from the factory. It's a straightforward, reliable component that holds 10 rounds and does exactly what it's supposed to do every single time you use it. Made from stainless steel with a nickel-Teflon plated finish, this magazine resists corrosion and maintains a slick surface for smooth ins and outs of the pistol. The polymer base plate and follower are engineered to work seamlessly with the American Pistol's feed system.
American Pistol Magazine Construction and Design
Ruger puts real thought into their magazines. The nickel-Teflon plating isn't just for show, it cuts down on rust and wear while making mag changes feel smooth and effortless. Inside, you're looking at a steel spring and polymer follower that promotes reliable cartridge presentation shot after shot. The witness holes let you count rounds at a glance without emptying the mag. Everything about this magazine is designed to integrate perfectly with your pistol's frame and feeding geometry.
10-Round Capacity for the American Pistol
Ten rounds hits a practical sweet spot for most people. It's a capacity that works in all environments while keeping the profile manageable. The double-stack design keeps the magazine relatively compact despite the round count. If you're running the American Pistol regularly at the range or carrying it for defense, having an extra magazine or two beats reloading downrange every single time.
New magazines typically have stiff springs and may feel challenging to load to full capacity until they've been broken in a bit. This is completely normal and nothing to worry about. After a bit of use, they loosen up and operate smoothly. Ruger makes these magazines to the same specifications and tolerances as the originals that shipped with your pistol, so fit and reliability are guaranteed.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ruger / Sturm, Ruger & Co.
- Model Number: 90514
- UPC: 736676905140
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 10 rounds
- Body Material: Stainless Steel
- Body Finish: Nickel-Teflon Plated
- Spring Material: Steel
- Follower Material: Polymer
- Base Plate Material: Polymer
- Type: Detachable
- Fits: Ruger American Pistol
- Additional Compatibility: Ruger PC Carbine with magazine well insert
- Made in: USA
What’s Included
- One Ruger American Pistol 9mm magazine (10-round capacity)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ruger American 10-round magazine compatible with other pistols?
This magazine is designed specifically for the Ruger American Pistol in 9mm. It's also compatible with the Ruger PC Carbine when used with the Ruger American Pistol magazine well insert. Don't try to force it into other platforms as it won't fit properly.
Do new American Pistol magazines need to be broken in?
Yes, new magazines typically arrive with stiff springs and can be difficult to load to full capacity initially. This is normal. After a few trips to the range or some regular use, the springs loosen up and the magazine will feed smoothly. There's nothing wrong with it.
What's the difference between this 10-round magazine and other capacity options?
Ruger offers the American Pistol in multiple magazine capacities depending on your needs and location. The 10-round version is the most universally available option. If you need different capacities, Ruger also makes 12-round compact versions and 17-round standard versions.
How does the nickel-Teflon plating help the magazine?
The nickel-Teflon coating makes the magazine resistant to rust and corrosion while creating a slick finish that helps it drop free cleanly from the pistol. It also reduces wear over time, keeping the mag functioning reliably for years of use.







Reviews
There are no reviews yet.