Aics plastic mash split out in the back
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Eurooptic.com I believe is still the authorized AI warranty center, maybe give them a call and ask for help?
I think Mile High Shooting is an authorized service center, might give them a call also?
I would start with Eurooptic as I have had good luck with their customer service in the past (non AI issue though)
Hope this helps.
I think Mile High Shooting is an authorized service center, might give them a call also?
I would start with Eurooptic as I have had good luck with their customer service in the past (non AI issue though)
Hope this helps.
All I have is what’s on their website.
http://www.accuracyinternational.us/contact-us/
A few years ago, around the time they stopped selling them, I was told they were hanging on to stock of them to replace future mags that go down.
http://www.accuracyinternational.us/contact-us/
A few years ago, around the time they stopped selling them, I was told they were hanging on to stock of them to replace future mags that go down.
I emailed your optic there was never any replacement offered no replacements at this time what is your method for preparation to Epoxy them together please
Remove the floorplate, spring, and follower. Pop them apart at the seam (or as far as they're currently split if the remainder is still held together well), lightly abrade the faying surfaces with 180 grit sandpaper, clean thoroughly with solvent (I use isopropyl alcohol), let the solvent flash off, then apply the epoxy, clamp together, remove the excess/squeezeout with rags or Q-tips lightly moistened with IPA.
I've done this to about 10 of the AI 223 mags now and they're still holding together. I've only used EC2216 for epoxy, can't comment on the durability with any other kind of epoxy. EC2216 maintains a reasonable amount of flexibility when cured which I think contributes to the durability of the bond.
I switched to Accurate 223 mags for myself, no risk of splitting. Supposedly the Ruger RPR 223 mags work very well too, but for non-RPR use you may have to shave the front 1/4" off the feed lips.
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The Accurate 223 mags are metal with a plastic liner, the Ruger RPR 223 mags are full plastic body like the actual AI 223 mags. Not sure who actually makes the 223 RPR mags, but the construction methods are quite different and the RPR mags are substantially cheaper.
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Interesting. I have two Ruger stamped .223 mags that are clearly marked "AM" and are metal with a plastic insert.
Didn't know Ruger ever put out metal 223 RPR mags, I'd never seen them. Maybe they've changed? This is what the RPR 223 mags look like now, and only $33...
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1...223-remington-556x45mm-10-round-polymer-black
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1...223-remington-556x45mm-10-round-polymer-black
I think these were originally made for the Ruger Predators in .223. (A buddy gave them to me, as he got a great deal on a batch of them.)
