RUGER 10/22 50RD MAGAZINE 22LR Reviews & Ratings

Dependable, super-capacity drum magazine lets you shoot 50-round strings of .22 LR ammunition in your 10/22® for plenty of plinking fun. No modifications to rifle needed; simply snaps into the mag well like the standard factory magazine. Tough, impact-resistant polycarbonate body and follower are self-lubricating, so they work with the constant-force spring to deliver smooth, uniform feeding for consistent operation. Smoke-tinted translucent body enables easy visual checks of ammo status. Steel hex screws anchored into brass bushings securely hold the body together to ensure exceptional strength and rigidity, yet are easily removed for disassembly and cleaning.

SPECS: Injection-molded polycarbonate, smoke. Fits Ruger® 10/22®, .22 LR only.

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Reviews Summary

The RUGER 10/22 50RD MAGAZINE has garnered mixed reviews. While some users appreciate its capacity and ease of use, many report significant jamming issues and mechanical failures, particularly with certain ammunition types. Quality control concerns arise from reports of wobbly fits and parts failure. However, others find it reliable and efficient after initial adjustments.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Reliability Issues

65%

A significant percentage of reviewers face reliability problems, particularly jamming and failure to feed rounds correctly. Many users report repeated operational issues regardless of the ammunition used, causing frustration and disappointment. This theme was mentioned by approximately 65% of reviewers.

Loading Mechanics

50%

Customers mention the complexities involved in loading the magazine, with some pointing out a lack of clear instructions that lead to improper use. Advances in loading designs seem beneficial, but initial hurdles can deter users. About 50% of reviewers commented on their experiences with loading processes.

Build Quality and Materials

45%

Several reviews highlight concerns regarding the build quality and materials used in the magazine, particularly around the fragility of the polymer and connection points, which can lead to breakage. This theme appears in 45% of the reviews, indicating a concerning trend regarding product construction.

Performance with Specific Ammunition

40%

Many users observe variations in performance depending on the type of ammunition used. While some brands work well, others, especially cheaper options, lead to feeding problems. This critique was referenced by nearly 40% of reviewers, emphasizing the importance of compatible ammo for optimal performance.

Customer Service Experience

20%

A few reviewers mention positive experiences with customer service, particularly in relation to product returns and exchanges. The presence of a lifetime warranty offered by the retailer contributes positively to the overall perception, noted by around 20% of the reviewers.

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Not for heavy duty use, fragile

I bought several of these mags as soon as they become available expecting exceptional performance and quality. At first, the mags performed acceptable reliability with solid point CCI ammo. Stingers, forget it. The slightly longer ammo is tight and does not come up freely to feed. After several hundred rounds are fired through these mags, the internal channels start to deform as the rims glide through it and dig in causing the cartridge to get stuck during the process. Black Dog should have just settled for a plain internal wall to avoid this issue. Also, the polymer used appear to be fragile the wall around the retaining screws of the magazine body is all cracked.

Read the Handbook FIRST!!!

I wanted to run this right out of the box, so I grabbed my speed feeder and went to work...NOPE! Apparently, in the small pamphlet that comes with the drum, this is not a "load and go to town" type of device. There's a "special way" to load these (grab the base of the drum, twist, pull back on tower, or something like that). Dear Black Dog Machine: PLEASE make sure to add a slick sheet in big BOLD lettering... "DOES NOT LOAD LIKE A TYPICAL MAGAZINE. PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO LOAD BEFORE USING OUR PRODUCT."