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Unfortunately not for a couple of reasons: 1. The 15rd point does not match up with a rib 2. Even if 1. was not an issue, the ribbing of the "M" revision mags is not pronounced enough to catch a baseplate. The Gen 1 PMAGs and the 20rd PMAGs can but not the "M" revision ones

One of my customers mentioned a dunk method. Fill one basin with soapy water and one with clean water. Submerge the mag in the soapy water basin and depress the follower to allow water to end more quickly. Swish the mag around and drain the water. Any sediment that would have gotten in there would come out. Rinse in the basin of clean water using the same method. PMAG springs are stainless steel so they shouldn't run into corrosion issues.

The curved stubby PMAG I make by chopping down a 30rd PMAG has, until now, only been available in 5rd, 10rd, or 19rd configurations. Today, I'm happy to announce that this magazine is now available with a 15rd capacity option! These mags are neat in that they're nearly the same height as a straight 20rd PMAG but have the curve of a 30rd PMAG. These are also made using the new design block so they're light and quiet! Black | FDE | Foliage | OD

15/30s with the lightweight, silent block are now available! Here's the announcement in my subforum: http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php?/topic/19010-new-design-blocks-light-quiet/page__view__getnewpost

I've been working on a solution to address the two most common issues that are brought up related to the 15/30 and curved stubby PMAGs I make: the block is heavy and it rattles. Well today, that all ENDS! I have redesigned the block and cut 50% of the weight! The 15/30 block is now under an ounce and the curved stubby is even lighter! Additionally, the block is now affixed to the springplate so it can't move around! These new blocks are in the wild as of today so any orders placed for a 15/30 or a curved stubby will enjoy the silence and reduced weight of the block! Dealers, vendors, retailers: Please contact me for wholesale pricing.

Anyone interested in 15/20s in black, I've opened pre-orders for a shipment that's coming in on 10/7! http://midwestpx.com/product_info.php?cPath=27_71&products_id=324

I've got more 20rd black PMAGs on the way to be delivered on 10/7 so I've opened pre-orders! 15/20: http://midwestpx.com/product_info.php?cPath=27_71&products_id=324 Stubby: http://midwestpx.com/product_info.php?cPath=27_68&products_id=299

I like the Noveske QD end plate as well. I actually used one in my last build with a two point sling and it seems to work just fine in that configuration.

Guys, I'm rolling out a new design block in the next week or so that completely silences the 15/30 and reduces the weight of the block by 60%.

With buffers, run a buffer (and action spring) that matches your gas system. Carbines are notoriously overgassed so they typically benefit from a heavier buffer. Too heavy of a buffer will result in short stroking. I suggest starting with a H buffer and moving to heavier only if necessary. As for reusing the buffer, spring and extension from your .308, it may or may not work. Some manufacturers use interchangable parts, case in point, LMT.

Looks great!

LOL, well do it quickly! I'm running out fast! Over half the shipment coming in on Monday are pre-sold.

I stand corrected, Monday, 10/4. Short of the UPS truck crashing and my shipment being delayed, the date is as good as it gets! No idea on FDE...could be a couple weeks or months

http://midwestpx.com/product_info.php?products_id=488 Available for pre-order, shipping to customers on Monday, 10/4!

My concern with private retirement funds is Congress has started talking about seizing them for our own good. They talked about it when Clinton was in office and times were better then. Last hearing/discussion on this was Sept 14. http://www.dol.gov/ebsa/regs/cmt-1210-AB33.html

Shipped to me today so I'll have them Thursday, 9/30 and I'll turn them around the same day to fill pre-orders placed between now and then

FDE are in-bound!

No, your weights are likely lead or other soft, cheap metal. Steel by comparison is expensive so not a good choice for weight lifting equipment. Being made of soft material, your weights will not hold up for very long against rounds of any time.

A 3/8" AR500 steel plate can absorb a .50BMG hit at 100 yards and warp slightly.

Ryan's targets are also waterjet cut so the temper is consistent, edge to edge. I've got four targets from him and couldn't be happier. My 155gr AMAX over 46.2gr of Win748 result in a muzzle velocity of 3000fps (on average) from my 5R and the steel targets I bought from him show 0 physical deformation.

What are you chucking at the steel? Rimfire, centerfire pistol, centerfire rifle or some mix of these? If you're going to be shooting CFP, I highly suggest a 3/8" (minimum thickness) AR400 grade steel. This target should handle everything up to .41/.44 mag without cratering. If you're going to be shooting centerfire rifle, you need AR500 steel. Anything less will crater and not last long at all. A critical aspect to look at is how as it cut? Plasma cutting, if done incorrectly, can screw up the temper near the edges of plate, making it less durable. I highly suggest something cut with a waterjet. That brings me to my recommendation. Contact Ryan at Big Dog Steel (he goes by osuarchitect on Snipers Hide) and talk to him. Great prices, shipping, and a good guy to support.

I have no qualms whatsoever with using a modified firearm for self-defense. My carry Glock has an aftermarket, lightened connector and springs. These parts do not compromise the reliability of the firearm but give ME the advantage of a lighter, smoother trigger pull. In the event that I ever have to draw in protection of myself or my family, I want every advantage in my corner. I am not aware of any case law that would set a precedent that using a modified firearm in self-defense constituted pre-meditation. A friend of mine works for one of the biggest Glock customizing houses in the US and carries a heavily modified Glock. He is also unaware of any such case law and sells tons of modified Glocks for self-defense purposes. The same can be said for my home defense ARs. They all feature upgraded triggers, action springs and bolts. Why? Because they make my rifle run better and should they ever need to be brought to bear on someone who isn't supposed to be in my house, they will perform better than they otherwise would have. Consider my HD 12ga. It features a side saddle shell carrier, upgraded stock and lit forearm. All these are common modifications made to enhance the capability of the tool for it's intended purpose. If it were me, I'd ditch the mag safety. I am a firm believer that a good shoot is a good shoot, no matter what you used.

Oh I don't know about that. I've got a dead associate of the family (officer-involved-shooting, good shoot IMO) who would say 5.56 is very effective. Shot placement trumps caliber. As for the M110, based on my gatherings, I don't understand why we continue to procure this platform. Our DMRs have a love/hate relationship with it because it either runs or it doesn't. I would be interested to see if our military is evaluating the LMT MWS as it seems to be every bit as accurate and capable as the M110 but more reliable, cost-effective, and flexible in terms of application.

Have you considered switching to a 15/20 instead? Mags are cheaper than bipods.

Sooooo....whatcha makin' on that nice Mazak?