FEEDBACK...08' PTW mags = LOOSE...

[KEVORKIAN]

I have two new 08' M4-A1 PTW's and both mags out of the box are loose & sloppy in the magwell. Both mags function & operate normally, so the only issue I have with them is their loose fit.
I received my new 6-pack of mags the other day from Beowulfe and I have to say that there is a difference in the way that these new mags fit ! They are NOT loose and are a lot more secure when inserted into magwell...almost no movement what-so-ever! When I press the mag release you almost have to give the mag a tug to get it to fall out.
I have also noticed a different paint finish on these new mags. This coating seems to be applied thicker, exhibits a coarser finish and it doesn't scuff easily! Could this be the difference??????

Anyone else out there experiencing this since purchasing a new 08' PTW?
Anyone looking for a couple of PTW mags...I might know of a couple for sale !!!!
Just looking for some feedback!

[Lakonian]

My 08 mag is loose like Ms.Rottencrotch after a 90-man marathon bang. It really annoys the fuck out of me. It shakes very violently when I'm drilling.. >_O;

But I do enjoy the freefalling mag.. I don't really like having to pull them out. Kinda kills my flow lol ..

[Death March]

Wow so it's not me lol. The Mag. I recived with my PTW is loose like what your saying,but when I ordered the other two Mag's from Empire they fit nice and tight(want more!).And they feed and function the same so....Not sure ,but they all work the same perfomance wise.

[Lakonian]

Ah, just to update... my mag went from "loose like Ms.Rottencrotch after a 90-man marathon bang" , to maraca.

I definitely hope systema looks into this. I don't really mind putting tape on my mags, but... I shouldn't have to.

[Trader 762]

And to think, newer is not necessarily better.

[mcguyver]

I wonder if they have changed manufacturers for their mag shells. They use real mag shells, and make the necessary changes to accomodate the internals. I have mags from RRA, Bushmaster, and 2 different unknown brands for my AR, and they all fit different. One of them fits so poorly, I can't use it (it doesn't feed well, and I can't change the follower either).

[Lakonian]

Originally Posted by mcguyver

I wonder if they have changed manufacturers for their mag shells. They use real mag shells, and make the necessary changes to accomodate the internals. I have mags from RRA, Bushmaster, and 2 different unknown brands for my AR, and they all fit different. One of them fits so poorly, I can't use it (it doesn't feed well, and I can't change the follower either).

Think they cheaped out this time?

Apparently the '08 mags have a different finish too.. So maybe they did switch shell mfg.s .. Hmmm.

[Lakonian]

Just wanted to let ya know.. there's DEFINITELY something weird going on with the 08 mags. The finish is almost completely different, and so is the weight.

I just got some 07 mags, and I can safely say, they are infinitely better. Fit,finish,weight (not too noticeable, though), and probably feeding.

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[Fox Hound]

my mags are really loose in mine as well...

it seems like most of the prices for a 6pack of mags is 265$ anyone else know where to get it cheaper?

[mcguyver]

If you can get them for $265, go for it. But I bet you'll pay more, if you can find them in stock anywhere.

[Lakonian]

My '08 mag stopped actuating the bolt catch.

[Torque]

Beowulfe sells his box of 6 for 255 i think

[mcguyver]

Originally Posted by Beowulfe

Magazines
120 Round Magazine (single) - $50.00 (Out of Stock)
120 Round Magazine (six pack) - $255.00 (Out of Stock)

From his thread. Systema has been in very short supply of these lately. Many American authorized dealers have been restricted to a couple boxes per order.

http://www.systema-europe.com/Forum/...p?TID=1953&KW=