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1911 GOV'T MODEL MAGAZINES

1911 GOV'T MODEL MAGAZINES Reviews & Ratings

For many years, the 1911 Government Model has been available in chamberings for cartridges other than its original .45 ACP, including .38 Super, 9mm Luger, and the potent 10mm Auto. The folks at the Ed Brown shop figure that just because your 1911 is chambered in one of these alternate cartridges shouldn't mean you have to sacrifice magazine reliability. Like Ed Brown's .45 magazines, their alternate caliber 1911 mags have a virtually seamless body of heat-treated stainless steel, with a self-levelling STEEL - not plastic! - follower supported by a heavy duty spring with plenty of oomph to keep the round stack moving. These 1911 Government Model magazines have a welded-on steel baseplate to minimize bulk for situations where you want to keep thing compact. Each mag comes with a pair of screw-on rubber base pads - a thin pad to protect that mag when ejecting it on hard ground, and a thick pad to provide extra length to aid insertion into and removal from a pistol with an extended magwell. These mags can go from competition to concealed carry simply by swapping the base pads.

  • Models for pistols chambered in .38 Super, 9mm Luger, and 10mm Auto
  • 9-Rd capacity
  • Sturdy 410 stainless steel body / welded-on base plate
  • Available with natural Silver finish or Black Nitride
  • Witness holes for easy monitoring of load status

The Ed Brown shop's unique hydro-finish process gives the mag body and follower an extra-slick surface that repels dirt, dust, and burned powder to eliminate unnecessary friction against the follower to ensure consistent feeding and easy seating in the magwell. You can get these 1911 Government Model magazines with a natural Silver finish or a non-reflective Black Nitride finish for extra protection from and corrosion. If you're looking for a premium-quality magazine engineered and manufactured to the highest standards to deliver outstanding reliability and smoothness from your "other caliber" 1911 Government model… you've found it!

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Reviews Summary
Overall, the 1911 GOV'T MODEL MAGAZINES receive positive feedback for their reliability and quality. While some users faced minor feeding issues, the majority report smooth performance and a good fit with their firearms. Customer service is highlighted as responsive, addressing concerns effectively. However, some users noted challenges with fitting more than eight rounds. Price-wise, these magazines are considered a great buy.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Quality
70%
Many reviewers emphasize the excellent build quality of these magazines, noting that they fit well and function without issues for the majority of users. Several comments highlight them as reliable choices compared to factory options, with most praising the robust construction and operation.
Reliability
60%
A significant number of reviewers report that the magazines perform reliably, stating they had no feeding issues even after extensive use. Users have noted that they work better than some factory magazines, bolstering the magazine's reputation for dependable performance.
Customer Service
40%
Customer service is frequently praised, particularly in cases where packaging issues arose. Reviewers highlight the prompt resolution of problems and additional gestures of goodwill, making their experience with the purchasing process very positive.
Loading Capacity
45%
Many reviews focus on the loading capacity of the magazines, specifying that while they can hold nine rounds, they function best with eight. Some users warn against overloading, which can lead to problems, suggesting that customers should be aware of the limitations.
Value for Price
55%
The price point of these magazines is frequently mentioned as being a great deal, especially considering their performance compared to higher-priced alternatives. Customers feel they receive a good quality product without breaking the bank.
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Ed Brown 9mm mag
Bought 3 of them. Only 1 holds the slide back .The other two did not. When holding mag in my hand and using my finger to push down on the follower, I notice it hangs up slightly in the last 1/4 inch of lift. Failing to lift slide lock lever. I could not use my Wilson Combat 9mm mags in my new Ed Brown kc9 because the feed lips interfere with the slide. Maybe it will break in w/ use.. The two mags that came w/ the gun works great.
by CHRIS S. on March 08, 2025
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