Descent video: I will point out, however that you were tricked by the curvature of the magazine. They are both exactly the same length. Switch them around, and the other one becomes "longer". Stack them, and you'll see that they are the same length.
Good video but one thing u have wrong is that the new mag is shorter. If u set them on top of each other they are the same. It just looks thats way sitting side by side. Thats why the springs are the same length.
The difference that makes it fit the SCAR is the cutout on the back of the magazine at the top where the bolt catch would hit. If you look at them side by side the G3 will have a larger open "U" shape area where the back of the top bullet in the stack sits
When I got my Gen 3 mags it also appears as if the waffle pattern on the body is a little more pronounced to give some more traction and maybe also rigidity. I was able to get them at $10 each plus shipping. I picked up 9 so it was it was like $104 shipped. So those plus my Gen 2 puts me at around 43-45 Pmags. I can never go back to aluminum mags after using Pmags unless I had no choice.
My biggest gripe is the inability to attach the feed lip protector to the bottom. I liked that feature, even though it doesn't really help you outside the range.
The inability to clip dust covers to the bottom of the Gen 3s makes them a deal breaker for me. Glad I saw this video before assuming otherwise before a purchase. I will be sticking with the lower priced Gen 2s for a while then.
You missed in important improvement in the M3. If you notice the area directly over the mag catch indent, the M3 has a bit of raised plastic where the M2 does not. This is a VERY important improvement as the mag catch on some ARs WILL NOT hold the mag in place regardless of the adjustment. Yes I have one AR where this is a problem where all others I own are fine. The problem is more with the lower than the mag. On the problematic lower, the mag catch recess is not sufficient.
i do like the Pmags but im sticking primarily with aluminum mags. i will mostly probably use the one 20rnd pmag i have as well as my aluminum mags but the 30rnd pmag will not see much love. they are great mags but they don't fit into my alice vest (originally for airsoft ar-15 but obviously works great for the real thing) and i like the dual purpose. also i feel some distrust with plastic/polymer mags (reminds me of cheap plastic toys) and how they interact with the internal workings. although they do work and i will try to overcome this even if i only plan to use 1 or 2 pmags regularly.
Leave them loaded for a couple of years in a box then come back and tell us your still throwing them away. Anyways if you store your mags empty then what use are they. An empty mag is about as useful as a water bottle with no water
Some constructive criticism: The camera was zoomed way to far in or you just were working way too close. It was hard and frustrating to watch because of this.
In a SHTF or WROL situation, I will never trust my life with a polymer mag. The only mags I trust in a life and death situation are NHMTG, D&H, and Lancer. Polymer mags are good for training, target shooting, and plinking. Lancer mags are part polymer, but the top of the mag where the feed lips are is made from spring steel. If you leave a polymer mag loaded in a hot vehicle during the summer, the feed lips will spread apart.
They are literally using these on front lines in the marines and special forces over in the Middle East. If they are good enough for those guys then they are good enough for anyone. Buy gen 3 pmags. They don’t have all these issues like the gen 2s
The marines wouldnt spend millions of dollars testing pmags and switching to pmags if they couldnt survive shtf because war zones are the most extreme version of shtf scenarios
Honestly I couldnt tell you which one is more reliable or even if one is more the the other. But I have not had any hiccups with the m3 ifn you have a chance to get 40 of them I would definitely jump on that.
The Gen 3 colour says it comes in sand but the Gen 2 is called FDE. Are these colours the same? If I buy gen 3 mags will they match on my rifle that's all Magpul FDE?
They will not, FDE is Flat Dark Earth the sand are a almost off white color I just actually bought one today. the sand mags are THAT color intentionally so you can dye that mags to your wanted color. hope this helps.
I have shoot several thousand rounds through the Gen 2 mags and they work great except I have noticed that they now do not always lock the bolt to the rear after the last round I am not having the same problem with the aluminum and steel body mags with anti tilt followers, considering the fact that a lot of mags out there will not insert into a closed bolt gun with 30 rounds in them, and trying to keep track of the mags you can put 30 rounds in or 28 is ridiculous.
I CAN NOT FIND ANY GEN 2 PMAGS IN FDE! Can someone help by sending me one hell I would even buy it off someone! Can the gun community here on CZcams help a good man like myself complete my build. It's the only thing I need to finally complete it without having to change my furniture to a different manufacturer.
Magpul dose not stand behind their products and will not issue a replacement, refund, or even a partial creadit for manafactures defects on items that they sell. If it is defective you are stuck with it. Go with anything other than Magpul!!!
Descent video: I will point out, however that you were tricked by the curvature of the magazine. They are both exactly the same length. Switch them around, and the other one becomes "longer". Stack them, and you'll see that they are the same length.
I was gonna say the same thing! You saved me from having to type all that.
Yep. I learned that from Hickok45 when he was messing around with the AK mags. Lol
Good video but one thing u have wrong is that the new mag is shorter. If u set them on top of each other they are the same. It just looks thats way sitting side by side. Thats why the springs are the same length.
Yea I was like is this noob really making that mistake. Oldest illusion in the book
The difference that makes it fit the SCAR is the cutout on the back of the magazine at the top where the bolt catch would hit. If you look at them side by side the G3 will have a larger open "U" shape area where the back of the top bullet in the stack sits
hahaha I use to trick my soldiers all the time with the old "which magazine is bigger?" lol
I know what a dipshit....an inch shorter.
just picked up some m3's the other day but 40 rounders and love them
When I got my Gen 3 mags it also appears as if the waffle pattern on the body is a little more pronounced to give some more traction and maybe also rigidity. I was able to get them at $10 each plus shipping. I picked up 9 so it was it was like $104 shipped. So those plus my Gen 2 puts me at around 43-45 Pmags. I can never go back to aluminum mags after using Pmags unless I had no choice.
My biggest gripe is the inability to attach the feed lip protector to the bottom. I liked that feature, even though it doesn't really help you outside the range.
The inability to clip dust covers to the bottom of the Gen 3s makes them a deal breaker for me. Glad I saw this video before assuming otherwise before a purchase. I will be sticking with the lower priced Gen 2s for a while then.
God bless your kid.
Thank you sir. Yeah it was just a quick vid I forgot a lot of key points and difference. There. Is more texture on the new ones too.
It can double as a dust cover buddy. Thanks for watching
The larger open area is what makes it work in the SCAR
You missed in important improvement in the M3. If you notice the area directly over the mag catch indent, the M3 has a bit of raised plastic where the M2 does not. This is a VERY important improvement as the mag catch on some ARs WILL NOT hold the mag in place regardless of the adjustment. Yes I have one AR where this is a problem where all others I own are fine. The problem is more with the lower than the mag. On the problematic lower, the mag catch recess is not sufficient.
i do like the Pmags but im sticking primarily with aluminum mags. i will mostly probably use the one 20rnd pmag i have as well as my aluminum mags but the 30rnd pmag will not see much love. they are great mags but they don't fit into my alice vest (originally for airsoft ar-15 but obviously works great for the real thing) and i like the dual purpose. also i feel some distrust with plastic/polymer mags (reminds me of cheap plastic toys) and how they interact with the internal workings. although they do work and i will try to overcome this even if i only plan to use 1 or 2 pmags regularly.
they both work so want ever is on sale ethier one works on my ar
Sweet, Thanks. Good vid, Funny little guy as background randomness. This certainly helps decision making
I keep thinking my kids are waking up the whole time I'm watching your vid, lol
They actually seem to be a little thicker or stronger material...when I felt it...it felt a little tougher...the gen 2's were tough enough though.
Yep some times i think you just can't really improve a good thing I'd rather have the m2 mags.
Good review, perspective. thumbs up.
turn off the radio! duh!
I prefer the gen2. I stocked up before the shortage.
Gen 3s are much better as far as torture test and long term storage
Who actually uses the dust covers? I throw them away.
They push the stack down a touch so you can store them loaded without risking deformation of the feed lips.
Leave them loaded for a couple of years in a box then come back and tell us your still throwing them away. Anyways if you store your mags empty then what use are they. An empty mag is about as useful as a water bottle with no water
Bro! I need your assistance! I can't find a holster for my Steyr, and I have no idea what all is needed or even how to make one.
Some constructive criticism: The camera was zoomed way to far in or you just were working way too close. It was hard and frustrating to watch because of this.
The dryer and TV dont help either.
In a SHTF or WROL situation, I will never trust my life with a polymer mag. The only mags I trust in a life and death situation are NHMTG, D&H, and Lancer. Polymer mags are good for training, target shooting, and plinking. Lancer mags are part polymer, but the top of the mag where the feed lips are is made from spring steel. If you leave a polymer mag loaded in a hot vehicle during the summer, the feed lips will spread apart.
I'd have to disagree on that one. I've left full pmags in the hot AZ heat never had any feed lips spread.
I stand corrected.
They are literally using these on front lines in the marines and special forces over in the Middle East. If they are good enough for those guys then they are good enough for anyone. Buy gen 3 pmags. They don’t have all these issues like the gen 2s
The marines wouldnt spend millions of dollars testing pmags and switching to pmags if they couldnt survive shtf because war zones are the most extreme version of shtf scenarios
You can use a paint pen
They are not shorter dude.
Sold all my gen 2s and replaced them with gen3s. Watch torture test. Gen3s are by far stronger
Honestly I couldnt tell you which one is more reliable or even if one is more the the other. But I have not had any hiccups with the m3 ifn you have a chance to get 40 of them I would definitely jump on that.
Yeah you are probably correct ibpaid 17$ and some change.
Please tell me how the F stippling helps you mark a mag.
Jake Lee i assume you would color in some blocks to identify different mags with dif types of ammo, or it could be just a design lol'
It doesn't make any sense. Fuckface.
The Gen 3 colour says it comes in sand but the Gen 2 is called FDE. Are these colours the same? If I buy gen 3 mags will they match on my rifle that's all Magpul FDE?
They will not, FDE is Flat Dark Earth the sand are a almost off white color I just actually bought one today. the sand mags are THAT color intentionally so you can dye that mags to your wanted color. hope this helps.
I have shoot several thousand rounds through the Gen 2 mags and they work great
except I have noticed that they now do not always lock the bolt to the rear after the
last round I am not having the same problem with the aluminum and steel body mags
with anti tilt followers, considering the fact that a lot of mags out there will not insert
into a closed bolt gun with 30 rounds in them, and trying to keep track of the mags
you can put 30 rounds in or 28 is ridiculous.
hey man would they fit onto a ruger precision rifle?
I CAN NOT FIND ANY GEN 2 PMAGS IN FDE! Can someone help by sending me one hell I would even buy it off someone! Can the gun community here on CZcams help a good man like myself complete my build. It's the only thing I need to finally complete it without having to change my furniture to a different manufacturer.
I prefer Gen 2 s, but they don't fit my old ALICE pou he's too well.
Magpul dose not stand behind their products and will not issue a replacement, refund, or even a partial creadit for manafactures defects on items that they sell. If it is defective you are stuck with it. Go with anything other than Magpul!!!
These gen 3 mags don't even fit in my a15r!
Dust cover? Mine don't have that shit....
try a breachmag
I just ordered 10 of these m3 which suks because m2 are suposed to be better
M3s are by far better. Long term storage wise and torture test wise m3s take more abuse
M3s use better less brittle polymer as well
There is no "improvement" on the GEN3. suck up the GEN2 mags and save money. Sales everywhere.