Has anyone used the Alpha mags before, ordered a .308 2 for a rem bolt gun with a DBM and would not feed. I am thinking this mag may be better suited for a AR application.
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My type 1's work flawlessly.
See below, copied direct from their website:
One of the most popular platforms for the addition of a DBM system is the Remington 700 short action. It is important to understand
the limitations of any box magazine with this action. The Alpha Type 2 magazine is designed without a spacer plate. This magazine
works best with actions that have been modified to accept longer projectiles. Most gunsmiths will relieve or notch the feed-ramp of
the action to ensure proper feeding of the magazine. This will ensure the tip of the projectile does not hang up on the underside of the
feed-ramp and cause a failure to feed. Simply stated, if you wish to load solids out longer than factory spec, the Type 2 magazine is
what you need. Just keep in mind you may need to have your weapon modified to avoid feed issues.
See below, copied direct from their website:
One of the most popular platforms for the addition of a DBM system is the Remington 700 short action. It is important to understand
the limitations of any box magazine with this action. The Alpha Type 2 magazine is designed without a spacer plate. This magazine
works best with actions that have been modified to accept longer projectiles. Most gunsmiths will relieve or notch the feed-ramp of
the action to ensure proper feeding of the magazine. This will ensure the tip of the projectile does not hang up on the underside of the
feed-ramp and cause a failure to feed. Simply stated, if you wish to load solids out longer than factory spec, the Type 2 magazine is
what you need. Just keep in mind you may need to have your weapon modified to avoid feed issues.
You may need to modify your feed ramp to allow for longer ammo to feed reliably. I have always had good luck with Alpha Mags in my rifles.
I used a Type 1 Alpha with an XLR Chassis, I had to open the feed lips a tad to allow the round to sit higher andfeed into a stock Remington SA action. Once I got the lips set, it fed fine. Accurate Mags fed right out of the package.
