Redi-Mag: still viable?

[docsherm]

I have 5 and they are great. I have used them for about 12 years now.

I don't think that BFG makes the Redi Mod and more. You can still get the original.

http://www.redi-mag.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=9

[Bodhisattva05X]

I remember back in the day a guy cut his up to be just like a redi mod. If you search images and your slightly handy with a deemed you can make your own redi mod

[Cincinnatus]

I remember back in the day a guy cut his up to be just like a redi mod. If you search images and your slightly handy with a deemed you can make your own redi mod

It is an easy mod to make, just be sure you have something decent to coat it with when done for rust prevention--good paint, etc.

[Jmacken37]

I've been on the redi-mag kick for a while, too. I think they are ideal for a grab and go patrol rifle setup. I did the redi-mod cuts on an older steel redi-mag and it took FOREVER with a dremel. I much prefer the newer aluminum ones.

I've tried the magpul BAD lever and while I like a lot of magpul stuff, I've found the phase 5 tactical BAD type lever a nicer version.

[titsonritz]

I have one of the newer aluminum ones I took off to accommodate other controls, I've been debating whether to hang on to it for down the road or putting it up for sale. I had it on my house carbine, I like the idea of grabbing my rifle and having a spare mag on tap without grabbing a rig too.

[zackmars]

I gave mine to a friend. i didn't like how it obstructed the bolt catch.

At least with coupled mags, once you switch to the second mag you have access to the controls, and don't have a useless bauble on the side of your rifle

[Quiet-Matt]

I don't want to couple two 30s because of the extra length of the staggered magazine. Additionally, coupled magazines tend to make the exposed rounds walk under recoil.

Carrying the extra mag on the port side adds no extra length as the mags are staggared to clear the ejection port. I keep the dust cover on the extra mag to prevent rounds from walking or inadvertently popping out. All it takes is a flick of the thumb to jettison the cover.

Just pointing this out to give you another option that would leave your weapon without the affixed extra width and weight.

-Matt

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[devildogljb]

I remember back in the day a guy cut his up to be just like a redi mod. If you search images and your slightly handy with a deemed you can make your own redi mod

I remember those pics which is why i did mine. If i remember the pics he kind of rushed the job if your going to do it yourself plan it out and take your time. As for me ive been using one since 2011 or 12. The weight was never a big deal for me. I also run a bad lever.

[GSMullins]

While I've no personal experience with them, the ETS mags look like a product that might work in lieu of Redi-Mag, without the extra complication of the device itself.

http://www.etsgroup.us/product-p/ar15-30c.htm

[Straight Shooter]

Im using and liking the snap together ETS mags A LOT. Got em in the gun now.