The Mec-Gar MGCGOV38B delivers reliable feeding for 38 Super 1911 Government models with its precision-engineered 9-round capacity. This factory-specification magazine eliminates feeding issues common with aftermarket alternatives while maintaining the slim profile essential for concealed carry applications.
What Makes This Different
Mec-Gar manufactures magazines for major firearm companies worldwide, bringing OEM-level quality to the aftermarket. The MGCGOV38B features heat-treated steel construction with a blued finish that resists corrosion better than standard phosphate coatings. Internal geometry matches original 1911 Government specifications exactly, ensuring consistent cartridge presentation to the chamber.
Key Features
- 9-round capacity for 38 Super cartridges in 1911 Government frames
 
- Heat-treated steel body with anti-corrosion blued finish
 
- Precision-wound chrome silicon spring rated for 10,000+ compression cycles
 
- High-impact polymer follower with anti-tilt design
 
- Steel floorplate with beveled edges for smooth magazine changes
 
- Compatible with all standard 1911 Government 38 Super pistols
 
- Witness holes for round count verification
 
Field testing demonstrates consistent feeding across various 38 Super loads, from 115-grain target rounds to 147-grain defensive ammunition. The magazine functions reliably in competitive shooting environments where rapid reloads are critical. Temperature cycling from -10°F to 140°F shows no spring tension degradation or feeding malfunctions.
Technical Specs
- Capacity: 9 rounds of 38 Super
 
- Overall Length: 4.5 inches
 
- Body Material: Heat-treated steel with blued finish
 
- Spring: Chrome silicon wire
 
- Follower: High-impact polymer
 
- Compatibility: 1911 Government frame 38 Super pistols
 
- Country of Origin: Italy
 
- Manufacturer: Mec-Gar
 
Mec-Gar's reputation for supplying OEM magazines to major manufacturers translates directly to aftermarket reliability. This magazine ships ready for immediate use with no break-in period required.