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1911 EXTENDED TACTICAL MAGAZINE RELEASE Reviews & Ratings

Permits quicker and easier magazine changes. Compact enough to fit carry holsters and not snag on clothing. Standard diameter button with crisp, machine cut checkering is .060' longer than stock for easier thumb purchase. Positive internal stop prevents over-pushing and jamming magazine in place. Machined from bar stock and heat treated for durability. Does not include catch lock and spring. SPECS: Steel, blue finish or stainless steel (SS). Fits 1911 Autos. Button: .25' (6.3mm) O.D., .25' (6.3mm) thick.

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3 Stars

Reviews Summary

The Ed Brown Extended Tactical Magazine Release has garnered mixed feedback. While some appreciate its quality, aesthetics, and fit, many reviewers face significant fitting challenges and functionality issues that undermine its performance. Despite its attractive design, the product may not meet the expectations for ease of installation and operation.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Fitting and Installation

70%

Many reviewers mention that the magazine release does not fit 'drop-in' as advertised, requiring extensive fitting and modification to work properly, which has caused frustration among users. This issue affects a significant portion of the reviews, highlighting the inconsistency in quality control.

Product Quality

50%

Feedback on quality is polarized; some users praise its build and aesthetics, while others highlight poor tolerances and grittiness that lead to operational problems. This suggests a need for Ed Brown to address quality checks to uphold their reputation.

Functionality

60%

Several users report that the magazine release can bind or malfunction during use, which negatively impacts the overall user experience. These functionality concerns underline the importance of reliable performance in precision-engineered products.

Value for Money

40%

Many reviewers express disappointment regarding the price point relative to the performance and fitting challenges faced. This has led to sentiments that the product may not be worth the investment, particularly when compared to alternatives from other manufacturers.

Comparative Products

35%

Several reviews reference alternative magazine releases that performed better or required less fitting, such as those from Wilson Combat. This comparison indicates that customers are seeking reliable functionality and may recommend exploring other brands over Ed Brown.

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1911 mag release

Not a drop in fit for Rock Island Armory 1911 FS. Had to file both right and left sides. Then had to file shelf area as it wouldn't let mag in w/o slamming very hard. Not I have to refinish. 4 hrs in already.

by CHRISTOPHER S. on March 17, 2024

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Nice finish, not so much function.

Love the checkering and the finish on this part. However, as others have pointed out the button can be pushed too far pinning the mag by the release. Not super smooth compared to others I've tried. Mine will require quite a bit of fitting. The mag only inserts half way before getting caught by the mag catch. Partially pushing the mag release will allow the mag to be fully inserted or slamming the mag hard. Some fitting should fix this. I have a Wilson extended as well and it's much smoother, but still requires some fitting to allow the mag to be smoothly inserted. The Wilson wins this one. Function over looks. If the over travel on the EB was eliminated I would probably put in the time to properly fit it.

pretty, but poor design

Great looking part, but it doesn't work as advertised. The notch for the "mag catch lock" is cut too deep, allowing the lock to travel past the catch's disassembly slot. Why does that matter? Because the depth of that slot is what controls the travel of the mag catch in the pistol. With this too-deep notch, the mag catch can be pressed completely "flush" with the left side of the frame. More importantly, this catch "over-travel" will cause the mag catch to bind on a magazine, if the button is fully depressed. I called Ed Brown's tech line and was informed that all of their mag catches have this extra-deep notch, so they will ALL work in this same manner. As always, Caveat Emptor...