Altough i have also 2 wilson 47d mags the 47d is a excellent mag, the etm is my favorite with its slightly larger. The follower is raised on the 47 mags, while its grooved on the 47d mags. I have absolutely no doubt the 8 round 500 9c8b magazines will as well. I really enjoyed the wilson combat 47d 8 rounders years ago when i had a kimber. However, ill admit saying this, its like saying the 10th man on the us mens olympic basketball team is the worst player on their team, but hes. What i use is the wilson combat 47d body preferably black and low profile metal basepad. Every wilson combat 1911 elite tactical pistol magazine contains a fiberfill nylon selflubricating follower that easily slides. The wilson combat 1911 fullsize 10rd magazine w wraparound base pad has a removable polymer base that adds. Massad ayoob thoughts on 1911 magazines the mag life.
Made with stateoftheart materials using the latest manufacturing technology, these singlestack magazines are built tough to keep running in unforgiving, realworld conditions. When i bought my first 1911, everyone told me ditch the factory mags and get some wilsons which i did. I like the wilson 47d s with the low profile base plates for concealed carry and the wilson combat etm magazines for the range. That said, if i was to choose one type of wilson magazines it would be the newer wilson combat etm 8 round magazines. With a new 1911 on the way i am in the market to buy some extra magazines for it. Originally posted by clarkz71 i guess im out didnt get across yet still here. My 1911 had difficulty with failure to feed issues. Wilson combat mags difference between 47 and 47d 1911. Ive got both 47 and 47d wilson combat mags and they seem to be identical except for the follower. Wilson combat still offers your choice of the 47d in seven or eightround capacity in the same overall shape and style. Wilson combat 47d 1911 magazine with standard base 35% off. Wilson combat 1911 magazines 45acp, 47d, etm, and vickers duration.
Wilson combat makes both the 47d and the etm 8 round. Wilson combat 1911 magazines 45acp, 47d, etm, and vickers. How they build a wilson cqb 1911 behind the scenes at wilson combat pt. Aluminum base pad best suited for use with magwells, and in competion. It will set a new standard in 1911 magazines while redefining stateoftheart. Older generation magazines may require slight base pad fitting for proper fit and function.
Vickers elite package for glock paul howe package for glock 92g vertecbrigadier tactical. Whether used for combat or competition, the wilson combat etm sets the new gold standard in 1911 magazines for reliabilty and smooth feeding. I just wish i had more time to shoot both, but working. The 47 is a standard 7round, while the 47d is an 8round mag, right. In this video we take a look at wilson combat 1911 magazines in 45 acp. Since then, ive been using nighthawks magazines which are either italian acts or some version of a wilson 47d from what i figure. Wilson combat crafted each of these magazines from aircraftgrade certified stainless steel for maximum durability that is also resistant to corrosion. This is a discussion on wilson combat 47d mags within the 1911 pistols forums, part of the sig sauer pistols category.
Wilson combat magazines are some of the best available in the industry. Wilson combat 1911 magazine wrap full size around base. Magazine rehab 1911addicts the premiere 1911 forum for. It may work for a while but eventually it will wear out or break. When i bought the original gun a few years back the 47d 8round mags from wilson combat seemed to dominate the recommendations from just about every direction. I use 7 round wilson 47ds in my colts, never had any problems. We have gone the extra mile, and the smiths here at guncrafter industries have tuned these to run even better. Wilson combat s 1911 magazines have proven inherent reliability, durability and the ability to remain fully loaded for long periods of time without damage. Looks like the same tube and i just ordered the spring for retrofitting the 47d. Brownells is your source for wilson combat magazines at brownells parts and accessories. Wilson combat 47d 1911 magazine with standard base 35%. After purchasing several magazines on the market, i finally bought a wilson combat 47d. I am a pretty heavy 1911 user and fire around 10,00015,000 roundsyear through my duty 1911. Use this wilson combat 1911 magazine wrap full size around base with your handgun for your most reliable reloads to date.
Wilson combat 1911 elite tactical magazine up to 33% off. The magazine springs are specially fabricated from the highest tensile strength heavy duty spring f. The base plate on my standard 47d 8 rd mags sticks out just as far as that of my etm 8 rd mags that have the standard etm base plate. The wilson combat base pad, loprofile steel is specially designed for use with wilson combat 500, 500b, 500c, and 500bc magazines. Each of these magazines made by wilson combat contains a fiberfill nylon selflubricating etm follower that assist your feeding and ensures positive lock back. Wilson combat wc320 grip module sig p320, p250 9mm luger, 357 sig. Wilson combat 47d mags this is a discussion on wilson combat 47d mags within the 1911 pistols forums, part of the sig sauer pistols category. They are half a hair too short on the follower and the slide doesnt lock back when empty about 75% of the time. I havent tried metalform or tripp research mags yet, mainly because ive never found them for sale at a gun show, but ive heard nothing bad about them. Wilson combat custom defense since 1977 since 1977 wilson combat has been the leading innovator in highperformance, custom 1911 handguns, tactical long guns and accessories.
God i love these magazines all other brands have been sold and i just ordered the springs by phone so i can salvage my 47d. The wilson combat 500 etm elite tactical magazine chambered in. I see now there are etm magazines out there from wilson combat. I have no patience with finicky magazines, and i have no use for plastic. Save 50% on opticsplanet exclusive opticsplanet gun cleaning mat, black, 36in x 12 x. Comparison between wilson combat 47d and wilson combat 500 etm magazine. Pick up a trusted wilson combat 1911 elite tactical magazine for the most reliable reloading experience possible. Wilson combat etm mags page 2 springfield xd forum. The wilson combat 47d magazine has been the gold standard of 1911 magazines for as long as i can remember. Magazine wilson combat 500 9c8 9mm 8 round compact tuned. A mecgar 8rd anti friction coating finished 8rd mag is looking good so far, but ill need to run it some more before i can be sure i can recommend it. I often get asked what magazine i recommend for 1911s, and its. Wilson combat 1911 elite tactical magazine up to 33% off 5 star.
If i replace the followers in the 47 mags with the type us. All of those rounds are on wilson 47d s or chip mccormick power mags. Wilson combat etm mags discussion in m1911 started by 71novacaine, jun 18, 2008. Here are some side by side comparisons of the 47d vs tripp cobra. Wilson, just wanted to let you know that i received the 2 500 45 mags you sent. Will fit government and the wilson combat 500 etm elite tactical.
Sti sti staccato c magazine 1911addicts the premiere. Im a wilson fan myself, but in the wilson lineup, the 47d is probably their worst mag. Wilson combat applied 30 years of experience building highperformance 1911 magazines to develop this ultrareliable magazine for combat, competition, or selfdefense. They are a bit long for cc, the only reason for a 4 vs.
The 47d s have become my trainingcompetition mags, while the power mags are what i load up defensiveservice ammunition in and carry off the range. Wilson combat mags handgun parts rifle parts midwayusa. Are there other differences between these mags that im not seeing. Every wilson combat 1911 elite tactical pistol magazine contains a fiberfill nylon selflubricating follower that easily slides into your weapon for a consistent and. Wilson combat 1911 elite tactical full size magazine 9mm luger 10 rounds etm bas. Wilson combat parts and accessories have an unmatched level of exceptional reliability and peerless craftsmanship. I often get asked what magazine i recommend for 1911s, and its definitely wilson combat. A trivia note chip mccormick retired and sold his business to wilson combat, so wilson owns both brands. Bill and ken discuss the evolution of 1911 magazine design technology over the years, and bill reveals his latest improvements to the bestselling 47d mag, the 500 series.
Wilson combat 1911 elite tactical full size magazi. I decided to try the wilson 500 9c9b magazines for my staccatoc, and they have functioned perfectly. Simply holding the magazine you can see and feel the immense quality and engineering. A completely new design from the base pad up to the follower.
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