Most AR platform rifles ship with a single magazine of varying capacity, so it’s a must to have aftermarket magazines on hand for customers. Not only does every customer require more than one mag, but most need several. After all, magazines are a common failure point and also take time to load, meaning anyone who shoots seriously needs a solid selection of mags available. The magazines listed here are designed for durability, longevity and reliable performance. Consider keeping these in stock for AR-15 and AR-10-focused customers.
Magpul is well known for their rugged gear, and their magazines are popular for good reasons: They work, and they look good doing it. The Magpul TMAG 30 AR/M4 Gen M3 is the latest model to join the family. It’s both engineered and made in America according to exacting standards, and the results speak for themselves. This magazine is meant for AR-15s chambered in 223 Remington/5.56 NATO and has a 30-round capacity.
The great thing about the Magpul TMAG is its Olive Drab translucent body that allows shooters to see how many rounds are left without dropping the mag or guessing. Marks on the magazine body help shooters rapidly assess round count as well. And for customers interested in marking their own mags, the magazine features a paint-pen matrix that allows the user to customize as desired. In addition, Magpul ribbed the front and back of the magazine to encourage a sure hold during manipulations. The mag is also well-designed internally. The follower is a four-way, anti-tilt design and the spring is USGI-spec stainless steel with a painted coil. Customers using firearms other than the AR-15 will be pleased to find out the TMAG is compatible with the HK 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, FN SCAR MK 16/16S, and others.
The Magpul TMAG 30 AR/M4 Gen M3 is ideal for customers who demand the best from their gear. This magazine can withstand hard use and delivers consistent feeding through it all.
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MSRP $23.95
ETS G2 AR-15 Magazine with Coupler and Tritium Follower
Customers who compete or hunt pests like feral hogs can benefit greatly from the ETS G2 AR-15 Magazine with Coupler and Tritium Follower. ETS created this magazine so it connects readily with others that feature the compatible circular coupler on the side of the body, eliminating the need for additional pieces of gear or tape to keep magazines together. That means mag changes become smoother and faster, something your customers will appreciate. This is a 30-round magazine.
The ETS G2 AR-15 Magazine with Coupler and Tritium Follower is made for impressive resistance to impact and is also resistant to harsh chemicals. It’s also resistant to extreme temperatures and UV light, meaning it won’t become brittle or otherwise weaken. The magazine body is translucent for easier visualization of the rounds inside. ETS engineered this magazine with improved feed lip geometry for greater compatibility with different AR-15 receivers and included a bigger over-insertion tab for a secure fit and enhanced retention. The floorplate is ergonomically designed to facilitate rapid mag changes, something that’s also helped along with strategically placed ribbing. A no-tilt follower reliably holds the bolt open after the final shot is fired. Regarding the tritium follower, it’s designed to glow in low-light/no-light conditions to allow the user to better see what they’re doing with the magazine.
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MSRP $38
Lancer Systems L5AWM Gen 2 223/5.56 10-Round Magazine
Sometimes a lower capacity is needed — or required — due to personal preferences or restrictive states. The Lancer Systems L5AWM Gen 2 magazine for AR-15s chambered in .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO is made with a 10-round capacity. This means a more compact overall magazine body that’s less likely to get in the way, and it makes it the correct capacity to satisfy most legal requirements. And for customers interested in greater capacity, Lancer Systems offers a full line of various style and capacity magazines.
The L5AWM (L5 Advanced Warfighter Magazine) Gen 2 utilizes the manufacturer’s new, patented steel and polymer hybrid design for fantastic resistance to wear. This is Lancer Systems’ next generation of professional-grade magazines, and it certainly boasts the features to back it up. The hardened steel feedlip is precision engineered for improved geometry — translating to a better overall performance — and the floorplate is made with an advanced locking design for optimized cartridge stacking and feeding. According to Lancer Systems, the L5AWM Gen 2 survived 122% more drops during testing than competitors’ magazines managed. The magazine is made so it won’t bend, wear, crack or otherwise deform during storage or while sustaining heavy rates of fire. It’s available in Translucent Smoke, Translucent Clear, Translucent Dark Earth, Opaque Black, and Opaque Flat Dark Earth.
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MSRP $20.92-24.45
Amend2’s newest magazine offers customers who prefer a translucent body — only in a different color — more options. The Amend2 AR-15 30-Round Mod C is available in the standard Smoke color but also in Pink and Yellow. An updated polycarbonate blend is used to form the magazine body for superior heat and chemical resistance. This magazine is designed to be durable and to hold up to whatever tough conditions it’s put through.
The Amend2 AR-15 30-Round Mod C features a four-way anti-tilt follower for reliable feeding. According to the manufacturer, the follower is self-lubricating. A heavy-duty, non-corrosive stainless steel spring provides consistent performance without deformation over time. Ridges at the front and back of the body help shooters maintain a firm grip during mag changes, while smooth sides allow a clear view of the rounds inside. The mag’s floorplate is black and made for easy gripping. The Amend2 AR-15 30-Round Mod C magazine is designed and manufactured in America and is backed by the company’s lifetime warranty.
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MSRP $17.99
Whether your customer wants to stick to the classics or just likes the durability of aluminum, the Dura Mag 10/30 is a great magazine to keep in stock. This magazine is designed from the start as a 10-round magazine — meaning it’s not simply a converted mag — and it’s created for reliable performance in every possible way. The magazine body is manufactured using 6061-T6 aluminum for strength, and T-360 coating technology is utilized inside and out for resistance to use-related wear. The Dura Mag 10/30 is also available in a wide array of colors, including Black with Orange follower, Gray with Orange follower, Pink with Black follower, Blue with Black follower, and OD Green with Black follower.
This is an excellent 10-round magazine that’s compatible with .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, and 300 Blackout. Rounds are held securely in place with Dura Mag’s LipLock technology, which also aids in keeping cartridges properly aligned. An Advanced Geometry Follower facilitates reliable feeding. As for the spring, it benefits from the Ever-Flex anti-fatigue design for longevity. The body is made stronger thanks to Dura Mag’s trusted Post & Hole construction that’s welded robotically for superior precision and durability. This is the magazine to keep in stock for customers who favor aluminum mags or want to maintain the aesthetic of a retro rifle.
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MSRP $20.70-21.90
