1911 OFFICER'S MODEL MAGAZINES Reviews & Ratings

Ed Brown's Officer's Model 1911 magazines are built to be as robust and reliable as the 1911 pistol itself. The mag body of corrosion-resistant stainless steel is heat-treat hardened to Rc 35 for exceptional strength. The seam is neatly TIG welded, and the body is carefully polished inside and out, so there's nothing to snag on the magwell OR the rounds in the mag. The feed lips are engineered for reliable feeding of traditional ball ammo, as well as hollowpoints and target rounds. Officer's Model 1911 magazines from Ed Brown have a welded-on steel base plate to minimize bulk on a concealed carry pistol. And 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 thicker pad for added length for easy insertion into and removal from a pistol fitted with an extended magwell.

Models for .45 ACP (7-Rd) and 9mm Luger (8-Rd) pistols
Sturdy 410 stainless steel body / welded-on base plate
Available with natural Silver finish or non-reflective Black Nitride for extra corrosion protection
Witness holes for easy monitoring of load status
High tensile strength spring ensures reliable feeding & lock back of slide on last round
2 rubber base pads included with each mag

All of these high-end features would give little benefit if these mags had a cheap plastic follower. Instead, Officer's Model 1911 magazines comes with a unique-design follower made from hardened STEEL (just like the mag body). The extended front skirt and anti-friction finish keep the round stack moving smoothly for reliable feeding AND full engagement of the slide stop after the last round. The Ed Brown crew has been manufacturing custom 1911s for over half a century. When it comes to extracting the full performance potential from your Officer's Model 1911, their magazines deliver!

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Reviews Summary

Overall, Ed Brown Officer's Model magazines are appreciated for their quality and reliability when they function correctly. However, several reviewers reported inconsistency and failures in multiple batches, raising concerns about the springs and performance. While some users enjoyed solid experiences, the risk of malfunction in the field has led to disappointment among others.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

75%

While many users applaud the solid construction and high-quality materials of Ed Brown magazines, recurring performance issues have raised concerns. Some customers report inconsistent functioning, with particular problems in locking the slide after the last round.

Performance Issues

50%

Several reviews detail frustrations with magazines not performing as expected right out of the box, including an inability to lock the slide back after the last round. These issues have led to disappointment and caution among users regarding reliability in critical situations.

Customer Service Experience

40%

Customer service interactions receive mixed feedback. While some reviewers found support helpful in addressing issues, the need to return products and cover shipping costs has elicited dissatisfaction from others.

Design and Features

30%

Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful design aspects, such as base pads and overall fit. However, some have noted that the screws used in the design could be improved, indicating potential shortcomings in the product's finish.

Value for Money

60%

Despite the noted performance issues, many users believe that the magazines are priced fairly, affirming that when they work, they deliver good value considering their quality construction and reputation.

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1911 Officer-sized Magazine

The magazines looked good and worked well.

by Floyd C. on June 27, 2024

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Great Magazine

Great magazine, works very well and reliable in my Kimber CDP! Quality construction and comes with two styles of base pads.

Excellent

Works flawlessly, drops easily.

Just like my OEM!

I have a Range Office Elite compact and these magazines are the exact same ones that came with my gun except without the EB markings. The pads are a nice touch but the screws are absolute garbage. Will probably need to drill and tap with 4-40 to get some descent threads and a better screw. More than likely I'll pitch them.