Newbie AR15 questions!!

[JohnnyP636]

The common LAR mags hold 10 and the PMags hold only 5. PMags work very well especially if you use mag pouches as part of your gear. They have the correct 30rd length and they are grippy for easy retrieval. Most LAR mags are very short, even with Ranger plates or Magpul tabs. They seat too far down in mag pouches so grabbing them is slower under timed pressure. Guys who use the short LARs usually stuff something down the carriers so the mags stick out more. However, this also increases the chance of them falling out if you’re running or going prone etc.
I think S&J Hardware was selling mag extenders to make the LAR mags full length but they are pricey.

IRUN GUNs was bringing some full length crimped LAR mags for a while. They sell out very quickly. Keep an eye out on their site for new inventory.

Many other Canadian retailers and even some site supporters to this site carry those full length crimped LAR mags, I just ordered and received 3 that I ordered last week. The suppliers online stock said they had 60+ in stock when I ordered a week ago, and I just checked again and they still have 49 in stock. So they are currently readily available in Canada

 

[SilvrSurfer]

I just bought 2 MFT LAR mags (10 round) for $29. Then got the simulated 20 rnd sized extensions from GSDesigns. Love the functionality and they don’t look half bad either. I will probably buy a couple more now that I know how well they work.

I bought one of the 30 round extensions too at the same time since I was already paying shipping. It’s good to but longer than I need for getting a good hold on the mag for changes. Personal preference I guess.