Magazine size?

[Cerebus]

It must be the week of dumb questions for me...

For you guys with bolt guns that run magazines, what's your preferred size? ...5 or 10 rounds? I just got my McRee last week and I need to order a couple mags.

 

[Shadow0341]

Re: Magazine size?

It all really depends on what your application will be, are you going to be using it for hunting, target or a tactical rifle competition? For me I usualy use a 5 round magazine while hunting, but use higher volume magazines for targets/tactical rifle competitions. Also, magazine consideration should taken into account on what caliber your running with. Hope this helps.

 

[Greg Langelius *]

Re: Magazine size?

I would have <span style="text-decoration: line-through">one</span> two 5rd mags and several 10rd.

The 5rd mag allows a relatively flush, unencumbered bottom when that is appropriate and ammunition volume (as with hunting) is not at a premium.

When you need more ammo, you're probably going to want multiple mags of it.

Greg

 

[Cerebus]

Re: Magazine size?

It's a .308 and will be exclusively target shooting, for now. I was worried that 10 round might be too long and get in the way on a bench or when shooting prone. On the other hand, I like the idea of not having to reload as often.

 

[jasonk]

Re: Magazine size?

2 of each has always served me well.

 

[Shadow0341]

Re: Magazine size?

With your situation, I would buy 1-2 5 round magazines for the lower profile as stated above or hunting if you choose; then also have a couple 10 round magazines for the additional ammunition volume they provide when target shooting. They shouldn't get in the way when shooting in the prone or on a bench.

 

[Trigger Monkey]

Re: Magazine size?

I agree with the above, I have two 5 rounders and two 10 rounders with me most of the time for my bolt gun. I highly recommend spending the coin and buying Accuracy International Chassis System magazines and skipping the others.

 

[Cerebus]

Re: Magazine size?

I was looking to get the McRee mags. They have a 100% function guarantee.

 

[TF160 Guy]

Re: Magazine size?

When I bought my GAP Rock 18 months ago I ordered two each of the 5 and 10 round magazines. I have only used the 5 round magazines. One round at a time for slow fire. With the 10 round I starting rushing and lost the accuracy. I keep them with me just in case.

 

[Temp9]

Re: Magazine size?

How about the 10rd Alpha mags? They're shorter than AICS 10rd mags, but longer than the AICS 5rd mags? Seems like the best of both worlds to me.

 

[DCR]

Re: Magazine size?

I prefer the Alpha mags myself. But with the issues everyone is having lately with customer service and delivery with them I will probably switch to AICS or McRee.

 

[sentry1]

Re: Magazine size?

Definitely keep a 5 round mag handy. I took a precision rifle course recently, and the 10 rounder makes it hard to get into good low prone positions with bags, or when shooting off walls or other awkward stuff.

 

[FloridaShooter]

Re: Magazine size?

I have three 20 round mags, but I'm shooting .223 - one PMag and two Brownells' mags.

 

[leadbullet]

Re: Magazine size?

I run one 5 rounder and two 10 rounder, never needed more than that and single loading is pretty fast too if need be.

 

[Temp9]

Re: Magazine size?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DCR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I prefer the Alpha mags myself. But with the issues everyone is having lately with customer service and delivery with them I will probably switch to AICS or McRee. </div></div>

Well, I can't speak for everyone else, but I ordered two mags (.308 Type 2) last Thursday night. I got them in the mail via USPS Priority the following Monday (yesterday). I did not get a ship notice, though, so I was surprised when they showed up in my mailbox.

 

[jerseymike]

Re: Magazine size?

Two of each works for me, plus a few rounds on the stock pack.