The MagLevel PMAG features a window with a round count indicator. An orange mark on the magazine spring allows the operator to tell at a glance how many rounds are in the magazine (see photo below). Because

The Polymer Magazine (PMAG) is a lightweight 5.56 NATO, M-16 compatible magazine. The PMAG features a pop-off storage/dust cover that alleviates pressure from the magazine feed lips, allowing for storage of loaded magazines without risk of feed lip creep that often causes malfunction in standard aluminum magazines. PMAG utilizes a resilient stainless steel spring for corrosion resistance.

The PMAG 4-way anti-tilt follower works in conjunction with the magazine body to stabilize the loaded round stack. The PMAG body has a constant internal curve (USGI ones have a straight portion that fits in the mag well, both outside and inside) and allows for consistent feeding regardless of round count. This configuration prevents nose-diving and bolt-over head failures. The PMAG body has a ridge molded inside the front which separate the left stack of rounds from the right and guides the bullet tips all the way down the magazine. The rounds cannot twist or go sideways.

A removable Dust/Impact Cover/Magazine Tool protects feed lips and allows long-term loaded storage. When installed, the cover pushes down the top round very slightly, taking pressure off the feed lips. This eliminates distortion of the feed lips due to long-term storage (6 mos or more without unloading at all) when fully loaded. It also seals off the magazine from dirt, and protects the feed lips if dropped onto a hard surface. The magazine cover can also be used as a disassembly tool.

The PMAG's one-piece molded long-fiber reinforced polymer body resists denting, eliminates weld spots and joints, and improves durability. The PMAG body has slightly raised reinforcing ribs, making it slightly bulkier than the aluminum USGI mags.

Features:

Ambidextrous round count indicator windows

True 30-round capacity

Easy assembly/disassembly

Heat treated stainless steel spring - Compatible with USGI magazines/springs

Heat resistant body - withstands full-auto suppressed fire

Molded-in color will not scratch off

Sealed magazine catch helps prevent debris intrusion

Corrosion-resistant construction

Exterior ribbing and texture improve grip surface

Flared Floor Plate improves magazine extraction from pouches

The PMAG appears to be the most reliable magazine available for use with the M249 SAW. We have read numerous accounts of informal tests where the PMAG has functioned flawlessly for numerous magazines though the SAW and participated in an informal test of 12 magazines on our own. No other magazine we know of has been shown to consistently function with such a high degree of reliability in the M249 SAW.

Price: $15.00-18.00