The CMC Products 14132 Power Mag delivers enhanced feeding reliability and extended capacity for 1911 Officer-frame pistols chambered in 45 ACP. This 8-round magazine addresses the common feeding issues found in factory magazines while providing shooters with an additional round of capacity over standard 7-round alternatives.
What Makes This Different
The Power Mag features a precision-engineered follower design that ensures consistent cartridge presentation to the chamber, reducing feeding malfunctions by approximately 40% compared to standard magazines. The stainless steel construction resists corrosion and maintains dimensional stability under repeated use, while the enhanced spring system maintains proper tension through thousands of loading cycles.
Key Features
- 8-round capacity increases firepower over standard 7-round magazines
- Stainless steel body construction prevents corrosion and wear
- Black polymer base pad provides drop protection and grip extension
- Precision follower design eliminates common feeding issues
- Enhanced spring system maintains consistent tension
- Compatible with all 1911 Officer-frame pistols in 45 ACP
- Witness holes allow visual ammunition count verification
Field testing demonstrates reliable function across various ammunition weights from 185-grain to 230-grain hollow points and ball ammunition. The magazine performs consistently in competitive shooting environments, defensive applications, and training scenarios. Temperature extremes from -20°F to 140°F show no impact on feeding reliability or spring tension.
Technical Specs
- Capacity: 8 rounds of 45 ACP ammunition
- Body Material: Stainless steel construction
- Base Pad: Black polymer with textured grip surface
- Overall Length: Approximately 3.5 inches
- Compatibility: 1911 Officer-frame pistols only
- Spring: Music wire construction for longevity
- Follower: Anti-tilt design with smooth feeding geometry
This magazine represents a significant upgrade over factory alternatives, combining increased capacity with enhanced reliability. The stainless steel construction ensures decades of service life, making it an investment that pays dividends in both performance and durability.