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1911 EXTREME SERVICE MAGAZINE CATCH Reviews & Ratings

Heavy duty tactical magazine catch ensures secure mag retention and fast, reliable release under extreme service and competition conditions. Serrated button is 1⁄16" taller than factory button to provide positive, non-slip finger contact to help you drop the magazine on the first attempt. The interior of the catch is relieved to prevent you from over-extending the catch and trapping the spent magazine. Available in stainless or carbon steel. Does not include catch lock and spring.

SPECS: Carbon steel, blued, or stainless steel (SS), natural finish.

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Reviews Summary

Customers generally appreciate the 1911 Extreme Service Magazine Catch for its ease of installation and quality. Most report a drop-in fit with minimal to no adjustments necessary, though a few faced fitting issues. The overall functionality is praised, but there are mentions of needing additional parts. Users prefer this catch over other brands for its design and reliability.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Ease of Installation

60%

Many reviewers highlight the straightforward installation of the magazine catch, often noting it takes only a couple of minutes with little to no fitting required. This ease of use contributes significantly to customer satisfaction.

Product Quality

75%

The quality of the magazine catch is frequently praised, with users reporting sturdy construction and finish. Positive remarks indicate that it performs reliably across different 1911 models, enhancing its reputation amidst mixed feedback on other brands.

Fit and Compatibility

40%

While numerous users experienced a successful drop-in fit, some faced challenges with fitting, particularly regarding tolerance stacking in specific gun models. This signifies variability in compatibility depending on the firearm.

Design Features

50%

Several reviews commend the magazine catch's design, particularly features like the built-in stop to prevent over-extension. This functionality is appreciated for enhancing the overall performance compared to alternatives.

Need for Additional Parts

30%

A few customers note that to achieve optimal functionality, additional parts like the catch lock and spring may be needed. This aspect has been emphasized in some reviews, indicating an area for improvement in product offerings.

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"Drop in" is always hit or miss

Three stars due to "tolerance stacking." I installed this in an STI Spartan 9mm. The mag catch would not seat fully into the frame. After trying it in several other 1911s and finding it fit fine in them, I used a 5/16 end mill, spinning it by hand in reverse, to clean up any burrs that may have been in the Armscor frame. Then I found it trapped the magazine while reloading, on all of the 1911s I installed it in. The Armscor mag catch lock may be too short, I didn't compare it to others. I relieved the inside of the mag catch with a sanding drum on my dremel. Overall, I'm not unhappy with it and it appears to be a high quality part. But I always assume 1911 parts will need some fitting.