Sev289
22lr
When it comes to fixed mag options what would you say is the best option?
Fixed mag options
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That_FNG
6.5 Creedmoor
For what gun? A shotgun? AK? AKM? AR15? AR10? Mini 14? M1A?
if you are talking AR15 as I assume most people are, the only fixed mag option that I have found to be useable is using a CompMag side loading magazine with it attached with a magazine lock
if you are talking AR15 as I assume most people are, the only fixed mag option that I have found to be useable is using a CompMag side loading magazine with it attached with a magazine lock
Robin
.475 A&M Magnum
I thought there was a device for quick loading AR's with a fixed magazine, you know, for those of us behind that curtain of stupidity. Still, thankful for those innovative folks in free America. They were kind od pricey if I remember right, but the way things are going, cheap.
Robin
Robin
Get a mag lock like the Mean Arms or Prince 50 or DD's Ranch and a BF-10 speed loader. Use a Lancer mag. Do not use the Mean Arms loader. It sucks compared to the BF-10.
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They are junk compared to the BF-10. I have both. Big difference in quality and the BF-10 doesn't send the BCG home when using it.
Funny I couldn’t get the BF loader to work and load all ten rounds. It would always drop one on the mag or leave it in the loader itself, but the MEAN loader worked every time. I guess I have a different opinion than you on the ejection port loaders.
BF-10 recommends Lancer mags. Also others but Lancer are their top recommendation. Just speaking to the actual quality and weight of the loader. BF-10 is much more substantial. Also I prefer the loading action using a full grip instead of a thumb.
Yeah, I tried it a couple of times then tossed it in the trash.
Robin
.475 A&M Magnum
BF 10 doesn't look like the one I was thinking of. Hmmmmmm, There were guys here that tried it, liked it and recommended it. I don't remember the company but I do remember contacting them, they don't make it for 6.8, and don't make it for left handed guns.
Robin
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DrBleachCocktail
.44 mag
I’m planning to build an AR pistol soon. Is there any possible way to have a fixed mag in NY but when out of state being able to take the mag out? Does this product exist?
Marine Cpl
.577 Tyrannosaur.
This one is easy to put on and take off. Just push in button and unthread the other side.
DrBleachCocktail
.44 mag
Fucking awesome man.
toxophilite
9mm
Thanks for the recommendation. This is will be plan B on my current build
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jw816
9mm
Xae289
.223 Rem
Any thoughts on this one? AR-15 - F.N.G.R. Fixed Magazine Kit
jw816
9mm
I have never actually used the Mean Arm quick loader and BF-10. But from the design point view, BF-10 has the advantage over the Mean Arm one. Mean Arm loader has a lock piece for transport. You have to take the lock piece off before loading the magazine. BF-10 doesn't require any extra piece. This is why I chose BF-10. I plan to buy more and load them all the time. In reality, both may work well with certain types of magazines. I bought a Lancer magazine.
I've had issues with both. BF would not seat in a BCM ejection port. After lots of grinding and manipulation, still couldn't get it to seat properly (was hitting the case deflector). MA loader created a very nasty jam with the rear of the case getting jammed in the loader wedging the round. Had to basically cut it out of the loader. Will never use it again. YMMV
ArmedCorgi
.475 A&M Magnum
The BF 10 works great. You have to rock it into the ejection port like an AK or Mini14 mag using the muzzel edge of the ejection port as your pivot point. Then you need to be sure and really ram the rounds in. You grab the two tabs on either side of the loader and slam the rounds in. Then you can just knock the loader off and close the bolt.
I have nothing extra on my MA loaders. I load them at home, I load the gun with the MA loader when at the site without taking anything off,,,I go kill chucks. I use this thing once a week for at the least, the last 2 years. Chuck hunting then coyote/fox hunting. It works perfectly on either my 223 or my 204. Wish it worked for my 6.8.
Robin
.475 A&M Magnum
MA loaders! Thats the one I was trying to remember!!! Thanks!!!
Robin
Robin
Cleck
.308 Win
I had a MA, I think it worked ok for what it was. I prefer the BF10, ymmv. For a mag lock, I use Allstar's SAFEmod. Just two screws in the release that prevent the button from being pressed. Simple to install.
Also note that compmag does not work well with all fixed mag solutions. For example they do not recommend the MA fixed mag solution.
Here is what they emailed me:
The CompMag is compatible with many Magazine locking devices. We do not recommend the MA Lock as it squeezes the CompMag and may prevent it from working properly. We recommend either the All Star Tactical or the DD's Ranch maglocks. Be sure you do not tighten them down too much and be sure to test functionality of the firearm and the ability of the rounds to move freely through the magazine before using epoxy to seal the screw.
Thank you, have a good one.
Here is what they emailed me:
The CompMag is compatible with many Magazine locking devices. We do not recommend the MA Lock as it squeezes the CompMag and may prevent it from working properly. We recommend either the All Star Tactical or the DD's Ranch maglocks. Be sure you do not tighten them down too much and be sure to test functionality of the firearm and the ability of the rounds to move freely through the magazine before using epoxy to seal the screw.
Thank you, have a good one.
Cleck
.308 Win
Fwiw, I never epoxied those screws. If it is ever inquired about by LE, I'll tell them I didn't know and thought that using a tool to install it made it permanent enough. Not like I keep tools w/ me all the time, right? Right...? 
Just Ask Them to show you where the word permanent is in the law?Fwiw, I never epoxied those screws. If it is ever inquired about by LE, I'll tell them I didn't know and thought that using a tool to install it made it permanent enough. Not like I keep tools w/ me all the time, right? Right...?
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22lr
Twogunwilly
6.5 Creedmoor
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Cleck
.308 Win
I'm sure someone could find this post and use it against me, but your words are what I'm basically going by. I haven't heard or seen that the fix needs to be permanent. Doing it w/ a tool seems good enough, and there's no case law regarding it anyway, so what can they say? It's fixed, therefor compliant.
DrBleachCocktail
.44 mag
Just get 2 lowers, that’s the conclusions that I’ve come to. One that’s NY compliant and another that is not and keep the regular one wherever you travel.
Cleck
.308 Win
Eh, I prefer my $30 SAFEmod and my allen wrench. Cheaper and works just as well