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Mec-Gar has been making magazines for firearms manufacturers and militaries worldwide since 1965, and their reputation for quality shows in every detail of this compact officer-size magazine. This 6-round .45 ACP magazine is engineered specifically for the compact 1911 frame, providing the balance between capacity and profile that matters in a carry gun.
The tube starts with certified carbon steel that gets heat-treated for strength, ensuring it won't deform even after countless cycles. The follower and base plate are both steel, welded solid and built to last. The spring uses high-tensile music wire to maintain consistent pressure without giving up reliability over time. Everything works together to feed reliably whether you're running standard 230-grain ball ammo or defensive loads.
This magazine won't fit a full-size 1911 and it doesn't need to. The compact footprint is exactly what you want for officer-length pistols. The flush-fitting welded base plate and numbered witness holes from rounds 2-6 let you load by touch and verify your round count at a glance. The tight tolerances Mec-Gar maintains mean you get a snug fit in the magazine well without rattle or wobble.
Mec-Gar's Italian manufacturing combines precision tooling with straightforward design that works. No plastic parts where they shouldn't be. No over-engineering that adds cost without adding function. Just steel components heat-treated to handle real use. New magazines might have stiffer springs that take a magazine or two to loosen up, but that's a sign of manufacturing standards, not a defect.
No, this is specifically designed for compact 1911 Officer models. Full-size 1911 pistols require full-size magazines. Check your pistol's frame size before ordering to ensure compatibility.
New Mec-Gar magazines can have stiff springs that take a few magazine loads to break in properly. This tightness actually indicates good manufacturing standards and ensures the spring won't lose pressure over time. After one or two uses, the spring will loosen and feel more natural.
Mec-Gar actually manufactures OEM magazines for major firearms brands, so this magazine meets the same quality standards as factory magazines. Many find Mec-Gar magazines perform equally or better than original equipment magazines at a better price point.
The welded steel base plate on this magazine provides a flush fit that sits perfectly with the grip of your Officer model pistol and reduces any possibility of the plate loosening or separating. It's solid and requires no maintenance.
| UPC | 765595104303 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MGCO4506B |
| Brand Fit | Colt |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Color | Blue |
| Length | 9.2500 |
| Model | |
| Model Fit | 1911 Compact |
| Product Type | Magazine |
| Shipping Weight | 0.2 |
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