quality of south african 17 rd hi-power mag

[pawcatch]

Are these mags good quality?,I'm thinking of buying a few.

 

[Coronach]

If they're like mine (from CDNN), they're fine. Expect a few minor teething problems:

1. Getting the last 2 rounds in is a real b***h. Leave 'em loaded up for a few weeks, the springs will relax a little.

2. 3 of my 4 experienced FTF on the first round out when loaded up to 17. I think this has something to do with that arse-kicker of a mag spring being so strong- the slide can't strip the round from the mag. Again, the spring relaxes and this, apparently, disappears over time. I say apparently since I just noted the problem 2 weeks ago....but thats what others say will happen.

Mike

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[jimmy]

Functionally they seem fine. The finish varies from good to rough, even when new. Overall, not the quality of original Browning mags, but still worth the price.

Many come with a loading tool, which is a plus.

 

[Bob C]

I ordered a couple of these, and a couple of the Inglis mags, all from CDNN. All have worked fine in limited (75 rounds each)testing. I like the Inglis a little better, but they are a bit more expensive. The SA springs are as strong as advertised, BTW.

 

[Skorzeny]

Those 17-round South African KRD mags are great!

They have strong springs (unlike, say, ProMag), yet only add a little height to the High Power.

The finish may be a little rough, but it is very functional (heat-treated well, I think) and the area that touches the mag safety is nicely polished.

One thing I don't like is that the cartridges will rattle a little bit if the mags are loaded to more than a few rounds.

Otherwise, the mags are great and are worth well over their prices.

Skorzeny

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[ATTICUS]

A bear to load at first ( you should receive a loading tool with them) I loaded mine to capacity and they've worked great so far. Worth the money.

 

[Johnny Guest]

CDNN?

Do they have a web site? I've been looking for a source of the South African mags. Also, I'd like another Inglis mag or two.

What have you been paying for each?

Thanks very much.
Johnny

 

[Bob C]

CDNN's web site is:
http://www.cdnninvestments.com/info.html

I've placed my orders through their 800 number, and have had polite and prompt service.

 

[Johnny Guest]

[BobC[/b]--

Thanks for the web site. Looks like what I was after.

Johnny