REMINGTON 700 DETACHABLE MAGAZINE DROP-IN KITS Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
Reviewers have mixed feelings about the REMINGTON 700 detachable magazine drop-in kits. While some appreciate the affordability and ease of installation, significant concerns arise regarding durability, magazine performance, and quality. A notable number of users experienced issues with feeding and spring tension, impacting overall satisfaction.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Ease of Installation
47%
Many customers highlight the drop-in design as convenient and straightforward, allowing for easy installation in their Remington 700 rifles without needing significant modifications. Reviewers mention that it generally fits well upon installation, making it a popular choice for those seeking a quick upgrade.
Durability and Quality Concerns
34%
A significant portion of reviewers express dissatisfaction with the materials used in the kits, particularly noting the low durability of the plastic components. Complaints about cracks forming during installation and the flimsy feel of the product underline a widespread concern regarding quality for long-term use.
Magazine Performance
34%
Several users report issues with the magazine's functionality, particularly regarding feeding reliability. Weak magazine springs and difficulty in removing or inserting the magazine are recurring themes. Some customers found the magazine performance acceptable, but many emphasized the need for improvements.
Value for Money
31%
A number of reviewers appreciate the affordable pricing of the drop-in kits compared to other options on the market. Consumers look at it as a cost-effective solution for converting to a detachable magazine system, especially when considering alternatives that can be significantly more expensive.
stiff magazine release spring
I have one of these for a 223 and I am pleased with it performance. They never seemed to be in stock so I ordered one directly from Legacy Sports. When it arrived I found that the spring for the magazine release was VERY STIFF making it extremely difficult to remove the magazine. It works but it takes two hands to remove the magazine, one to press the magazine release and one to pull out the magazine. With the original one I could remove the magazine with one hand, press the magazine release with the tip of my index finger and the magazine would drop into my hand. I called Legacy Sports and they said the new ones come from Japan with heavier springs. They offered no solution other than to return it for a refund (at my expense).
Poor Quality
I purchased this item for my 308 Remington 700 BDL with a Hogue stock. the problem I had was that the torque specs from the manufacturer state 30 to 35 inch pounds. The Hogue stock is aluminum pillar bedded, and the torque specs for the front and rear screws are 55 inch pounds. torquing the action screws to 35" pounds allows my action to move in the stock when firing. I tried tightening the action screws to 40 inch pounds, and the extra 5 inch pounds of torque cracked the rear screw hole of the trigger guard. This is totally unacceptable. In my opinion, the manufacturer needs to devise a way to install steel bushings into their product to prevent this problem from happening. even if it raised the cost of the product, it would at least make it useable.
Combat Fighter Pilot
"Detachable bottom metal"?
You mean "Detachable bottom PLASTIC"?
Fix the description please.
Customer Care Reply
on January 03, 2024
"Bottom Metal" is a generic term for this part of a firearm. The description does state... "All components are constructed of reinforced, injection-molded, impact-resistant polymer."
It's ok
Only holds 9 204 rounds and mag is difficult to get in and stay in
Cheap plastic!
I dont usually write reviews, but I was not a fan of this item. First off I used the specs with a inch pounds torque wrench and the plastic cracked. I thought well I can fix this. Then the magazine was so tight I had to jerk it out. I could also jerk the mag out without hitting the release. I put this on a 700 BDL and ended up sending it back. Brownells is great but this product is not!
300 WIN MAG LA Floor plate & mag.
Returned it. Thin cheap plastic junk.

