Wilson Combat 1911 magazines

[TheProf]

How long will a these magazines last before needing to replace the magazine spring? I'm referring to the magazine 47 model. 7round.

 

[JTQ]

I don't have a specific time or number, but it's going to be a long time and a lot of rounds, as long as any other, and longer than many.

Generally, failure to lock the slide back on empty will be the first indication you need a new spring, or follower, but the mag will most likely still function otherwise.

 

[JDR]

https://shopwilsoncombat.com/Spring...5-ACP-Full-Size-Magazine/productinfo/47SFK-7/

You should spend $7.95 for one of these WC spring follower kits so that if a mag does go bad (generally the spring but replace the follower too) you’re good to go. I think I’ve used one 8 round kit in about the last 15 yrs., the spring in one mag was getting a bit soft, but it still locked the slide back, this is good insurance.

 

[TheProf]

Thanks!

 

[Zaydok Allen]

How long will a these magazines last before needing to replace the magazine spring? I'm referring to the magazine 47 model. 7round.

Longer than it will impact any concern abut cost.

 

[TheProf]

Longer than it will impact any concern abut cost.

Not concerned about the cost. I was looking to find a rough round count..so that I can do preemptive replacement.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Not concerned about the cost. I was looking to find a rough round count..so that I can do preemptive replacement.

Roger that