identifying USGI mags for M1A?
Going to a gunshow next weekend and if I don't find anything interesting I might try to pick up a mag or two for my M1A. From previous posts USGI mags are the best, but how do I identify one? Is that stamped on it or is there some other designation? Thanks.GL
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You might be better off ordering from a reputable online source rather than buying at a gunshow. The thing is, most GI mags have no markings at all, but you can definitely spot them for their high-quality parkerized finish and solid construction. A lot of aftermarket mags are cheap looking and the finish is not quite right. Good luck. 0 -
Any suggestions for a reputable online source? 0 -
Green Lantern....I have purchased brand new in the wrapping paper government M-14 magazines from Johnson's Sporting Goods in Adrian Michigan for $50 apiece. Yeah I know you are not stealing them for that price...but opening up the sealed paper on a magazine that was made in 1963 or 1964 is reassuring in that you know you are not buying a magazine that didn't work in someone else's rifle. I have purchased weapons, ammo and magazines from Johnson's. They advertise in "The Gun List" and have my highest recommendation. Last time I checked they still had about 17 or 18 mags still in sealed government paper. If you want their phone number let me know. Beach 0 -
All USGI M-14 mag's do have a Mfg mark on them, it is located near the bottom on the back side of the mag. It may be faint, but if it is orginal it is there. 0 -
You'll get skinned via the price of M1A mags from a dealer or at a gun show. Check out Cole Distributing on the net. 0 -
With all due respect to AMMO GUY and DANO, I have about two dozen M-14 Mags purchased at Camp Perry a few years ago. About one out of four has no manufacturer's marking. I would suggest that you carefully examine a known GI mag, especially as to the spot welded lip, and base your evaluation on that.If you need a few, let me know. (mkood@prodigy.net) 0
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