Originally Posted by
3ACR_Scout
I bought two of the coupler version to try out and one of the regular mags, direct from ETS. I unfortunately had to go out of town before having a chance to shoot them, but at first glance, the coupler system seems very well executed and is easy to connect and disconnect. However, I think I'll end up preferring the standard, non-coupler version. The coupled pair of mags functioned fine when I test fit them in my BCM, although it (obviously) precludes you from slapping the bolt release when the second mag on the left side. You have to more deliberately press the release which is right next to the spine of the outer magazine. I just feel like coupled magazines add too much bulk to the weapon, expose the second magazine to dirt and possible damage, and aren't that practical for me personally. I also prefer the flat sides of the single, non-coupler mag, and I think if I use the coupled pair, I might shave off the coupler lugs(?) on the outsides of the two magazines, making dedicated left and right mags. I definitely don't see myself coupling 3 mags together, and I don't really care for the feel of the couplers on the outside of the mags when gripping them. Again though, I think these magazines are well-designed and seem very rugged, and I definitely like them as an alternative to Lancer's translucent mag. I'll probably order more of the plain mags after testing these. And if you want coupled mags, I think these are a great way to go.
Dave