Choosing a firearm magazine starts with confirming the exact firearm manufacturer, model, caliber, magazine pattern, capacity, and compatibility requirements. Magazines that look similar are not necessarily interchangeable between different firearms or platform generations.

Choosing a Magazine Type

• Pistol Magazines: Designed for specific handgun models, calibers, frame sizes, and generations. Compatibility can vary even within the same firearm family.
• Rifle Magazines: Available for bolt-action, semi-automatic, modern sporting, rimfire, and other rifle platforms in multiple calibers and capacities.
• AR-15 Magazines: Commonly available for 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, .300 Blackout, and other compatible AR-15 chamberings, with polymer and metal construction options.
• AR-10 / Large-Frame Magazines: Designed for compatible large-frame rifle patterns and calibers such as .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO, with platform compatibility varying by firearm.
• Rimfire Magazines: Available for .22 LR, .22 WMR, and other rimfire firearms in model-specific configurations and capacities.

Factory vs. Aftermarket Magazines

Factory magazines are produced or branded for a specific firearm manufacturer, while aftermarket magazines are made by third-party manufacturers for compatible firearms. Materials, follower design, springs, base plates, capacity, and external dimensions can vary between magazine designs.

Capacity and Compatibility

Before ordering, verify the firearm model, caliber, magazine pattern, generation, and required capacity. Magazine ownership, sale, shipment, and capacity restrictions can vary by state and local jurisdiction, so customers are responsible for confirming applicable laws before purchase.