Originally posted by nwgunman:
I carry a compact (i.e. "Officer's Model frame) size pistol. I like Wilson magazines but dislike the way they protrude from the well. Even with NO pad they still hang way out there, nowhere near flush. I'm thinking about throwing away those funky pads and "super glue-ing" the spring retention plate into place. Anybody got anything better? Are those Wilson "super thin" base pads really all that thin? Thanks and stay safe.
Yes, I use the Super Thin base on my primary carry mag, and my back-up's have the larger base for extra seating force.
The nice part is the Thin one's are steel, so no worries about the part breaking on the rail lips, like the nylon ones. They basic add about a 1/16 of an inch, and end up just slight protruded compared to a standard Colt mag, but easily managable, and concealable.
You can JB Weld, or Super Glue the retainer, but it will look hideous.
If you're looking for something completely flush, use a Colt mag, and then back it up with your Wilson's, either Compact, or Full Size ones... Who cares is they extend, and you can get the grip enhancer's that keep you from over inserting them, so you don't lose a round.
Enjoy!