Washington State and Illinois have just passed their unconstitutional assault weapons bans. This brings the total to ten states with some type of ban or restriction. These bans are being challenged, both new and old, in court thanks to recent favorable 2A Supreme Court decisions. CompMag can help you legally modify your rifle without permanently altering its design.
The CompMag 10
CompMag, don’t get me wrong, isn’t happier than the rest of us about these bans. The company created its magazine as a means to hold on to its property while living in a state that bans magazines.
The beauty of this system is that you can convert your gun into a fixed 10-round setup. This allows you to comply with many bans. Check your local laws as usual to see if this is applicable to you. This is a good solution for many people.
CompMag magazines are available for AR-15 and AR-10 platforms. The magazines are compatible with most weapons that use these types of magazines. CompMag does have a compatibility chart that you can check if you want to be certain.
Installing the magazine is easy: simply insert it into your magazine well and tug it to ensure it’s properly seated. That’s it, you’re done. Once inserted, a magazine is mechanically locked in place. It cannot be removed by using the weapons magazine release.
CompMag 10 Removed
The process is reversible so your rifle will not be damaged. If you are moving to a state where you have the option of standard capacity magazines, you can remove your CompMag using the tool provided.
Open the upper AR on your AR to access the top of the magazine. The magazine comes with a thin punch that can be used to insert the punch into the top portion of the magazine. This will release the lock that prevents mag release from engaging.
The mag can be released by using two hands. Push down the pin with both hands, then release the mag with the mag release. It’s actually pretty simple.
During normal use, a release cover is placed over the release point. In some states it is enough to comply with law to simply disassemble the rifle using a tool and remove the magazine.
In other states you may need to install the mag more permanently. You can do this by epoxying the lid in place. You can still remove your mag if laws change or if you move. You will need to remove the epoxied covers first.
Operation and Function
The CompMag is a 30-round magazine that looks the same once inserted. However, it has a 10-round limit and operates differently. The mag is fixed on the gun so loading it may be different from what you are used to.
On the left side, there is a sliding door that slides down to reveal the loading slot. On the left side of the magazine, you can also see a spring with a protruding handle.
Slide the knob into the locking position and then slide the knob back down to release the spring tension from the magazine. While holding the gun by the grip, tilt the weapon slightly to the left and slide two rounds into the magazine.
After the first two rounds are loaded, place the rest of the rounds between the two bottom rounds. This will allow the rounds to be fed into the magazine by gravity. Once you have 10 rounds in the magazine, release the spring. Be careful not to let the spring slam into place.
The magazine has round indicators on the side so you can see at a glance the number of rounds left.
Trial and error
I’ll admit it; I messed up the first time, even though CompMag showed me how to do this at the SHOT Show. The installation of the magazine was easy, so I thought loading it wouldn’t be difficult.
I did everything wrong. I rolled the rounds from top to bottom and laid the gun flat. It seemed simple, until I tried to cycle the gun and it jammed and failed to feed consistently. I was pretty frustrated.
First I installed it on a Springfield Armory Saint and then I removed it and put it back on my KE Arms KP-15 light build, hoping for a better result. The same issues. I was ready throw it in the trash. I then did something crazy – I read the well written and illustrated instructions that came along with the magazine.
When you follow the instructions, things work perfectly. I went to the range after I had mastered the system and was able to follow the directions.
The function worked perfectly in live fire and I mastered loading it with repetition and use. My buddy watched me load my first few magazines and, after a quick explanation, I mastered it with no issue.
It’s not difficult, but it’s a little different from what you’re used to. Comp Mag also has videos on their website if you need more help.
A Solution That Is Affordable
The AR-15 Comp magazine is currently $64.99, and is New York and California-compliant. CompMag’s lawyers were still examining the new Washington and Illinois legislation when I spoke to them.
It’s a reasonable price to keep your rifle configured as it is. It would be more expensive to convert it into a featureless design (no threaded barrel, bayonet lug etc.). Or, you’ll have to replace the gun with something else.
It’s nice to know that you can remove the holster with some simple tools and without damaging your gun, if the law prevails and the bans are overturned or if you move into a state where you have more freedom.
Visit CompMag.net for more information.
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