Bare Minimum Magazines for SHTF: How Many Do You Need?
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- Bare Minimum Magazines for SHTF: How Many Do You Need?
How many magazines do you need for preparedness purposes? This is my method for calculating the bare minimum I need for pistols and rifles.
You can never have enough magazines in all honesty. But there should be a goal for how many would be a good number in case of emergencies. Pistols and rifles are different and have different applications. The level of abuse and philosophy of use differs for those two magazine types but the minimum quantity required is still based on the same concept for me. What is your bare minimum magazine count? How many make you feel comfortable?
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What did you think of my suggestion? Was the amount reasonable in your opinion or was I way out of bounds? Trust me, I think you should have more always. But setting a goal to get to the requirement level is a good way to make sure you've got that covered to a degree.
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Do u really need that many mags?
If atf shows up in force on Magic Prepper door step, u really gonna go thru that many or is Magic Prepper gonna trade his mags for his UA-cam channel?
Still havent watched SOUND of FREEDOM!
Also im still 50/50 on all u youtubers not being under cover CIA plants for idiots on youtube!
Magic Prepper
Buddy Brown
Heavy Duty Country
OfftheRanch
WhistlinDiesel
GarandThumb
Etc
Yall do way more gun shit than the AVERAGE blue collar guy and blue collar dudes are getting hemmed up regularly but u youtubers aren't and thats really weird to say the least!
Im more like 75/25 that u guntubers are cia plants trying tp trick idiots on youtube into commenting.
Blue collar 2A ppl are getting hemmed up on the regular and for some reason u guntubers arent?
Thats weird!
MP
Heavy duty country
Buddy brown
Off the ranch
Etc
Yall do way more gunshit and the evidence is available and yet the GAYTF never shows up to see yall? Thats weird to say the least!
Im more like 75/25 that u guntubers are cia plants trying tp trick idiots on youtube into commenting. Blue collar 2A ppl are getting hemmed up on the regular and for some reason u guntubers arent? Thats weird! MP Heavy duty country Buddy brown Off the ranch Etc Yall do way more gunshit and the evidence is available and yet the GAYTF never shows up to see yall? Thats weird to say the least!
Im more like 75/25 that u guntubers are cia plants trying tp trick idiots on youtube into commenting. Blue collar 2A ppl are getting hemmed up on the regular and for some reason u guntubers arent? Thats weird! MP Heavy duty country Buddy brown Off the ranch Etc Yall do way more gunshit and the evidence is available and yet the GAYTF never shows up to see yall? Thats weird to say the least!
It is always better to have more than not enough, in regards to everything. More mags, more ammo, more supplies, more fuel, more food, more water etc.....
Always? Better to have more enemies? More aids? More SDTs? More adds from midways USA the biggest sponsor of this channel???
Come up with that all by yourself? Pretty sure everyone knows this. The limiting factors are money and storage space thus the question of how much is the minimum to stock.
That's a good mentality
How are you going to carry all that with you if you have to bug out. In a shtf situation do you really think you are going to be safe in your home in some subdivision? More than what you can carry, plus squirrel away someplace is foolishness. The reality is there are probably going to be dead people. With the amount of Ar's in public hands, you will probably find enough ammo on the ground amongst the dead.
I do fifty mags per rifle and 25 per handgun. I have about 5 minutes worth of water stored up to.
That much water will slow you down. Less water, more bullets.
Ballin’
Lol. 😂
That’s borderline autistic absurdity. How do you justify that amount? Why not 100 per rifle and 50 per handgun?
@@Regular_1094you gonna carry a couple hundred mags ?
For some reason, I always love magazine videos .
Me too. Me. Too.
I have seen AR mags at 7 and 100 over the last 11 years (metal, Pmag, Lancer, etc). I have also seen handgun mags from 15 to 75. Just like firewood, once you think you have enough….you don’t. Go get more.
Did you just say you saw AR mags over $100?
Are you taking drugs? Or just stupid? It’s one or the other.
Your most expensive AR mags for an AR10 are $35. Normal are $9.30 for Pmag M2 and as cheap as $6 for a bundle of Amend 2
Pistol mags for Glock pmags are $12 and Glock brand mags are $25-30. Only sig mags are up near $60.
I mean, I can't argue with this.
With firewood. I always say. Once you think you have enough. Now double it. Fair to say mags are prob about the same. Granted pistol mags less so imo.
Don't comment much, but I've been using Midway for years and they're one of my favorite places to find good deals. Remember when Cheaper than Dirt was price gouging ammo? I never forgot.
Midway is a good place to buy stuff! Screw Cheaper than dirt!
Cheaper Than Dirt won't even ship to my state (Washington)
Midway now raises prices during scares. 😔
@@pugger01 -I remember if u spending $50 is free shipping now is $100 free shipping! I just order some stuff from Midway last week.
I f&@King dropped Cheaper than Dirt years ago. Their prices suck
Never. Enough. Mags.
Or ammo
I had 7 when deployed. Love the show man thanks for everything.
SEMPER FI
The issue is that when deployed you could leave all seven laying in the desert somewhere, go back and get new ones. There's an unlimited supply available.
That's not how it works for civilians.
It's not just about how many you carry on your person, it's about having the ability to resupply yourself as well as potentially others with new fresh mags
every delta operator ive heard speak on the issue carried 18 mags on every mission
@@jjg1501ya do you have any idea how much weight that adds up to be
@@1594simonsays dont know and dont care im just telling you what they said. there is only 2 things important in combat. bullets and water
@@jjg1501 it's all mission specific stuff, I'm sure they were carrying all of that ammo with a lot of gear because they were going to be out for a few days without resupply capabilities
I like the phrase "Long Term Emergency" better than "SHTF". I think it's more consumable for training newcomers to firearms. Going to start using it in my training classes. Thanks
Yea I think it explains the idea of things lasting long enough to change daily life.
I'm stealing term
@@overlordisgoogle8431 Don't be that guy. Stealing is bad. Borrow with intent of not returning.
I agree, what a GREAT expression. I will use it from now on. And honestly, it’s the proper manner to say it, it’s the truth.
I love tube fed systems. I can load my red rider in the morning and have fun all day long.
You'll put your eye out with that thing!
Does it take magnum loads?
I knew this would be here. lol@@DumpsterElite
I mark all my mags with a paint pen on the baseplate. D1, D2 "duty 1 and duty 2" and 1,2,3,4 generically are just range use I guess you could label them "R1, R2" etc. I also put my initials on them so if I drop them I can identify which ones belong to me. Handy if you do a lot of shooting on public ranges.
Great advice! I like it. I've been using color coding or off brand mags for training as well.
So you put R2 D2 on your mags?
@@ricktruman1416 I ain't dropping r2d2 in the dirt 🤣. Lol well played sir..
I use a white grease pencil on black stainless steel Dura-mags...the grease pencil wipes off with light solvents and soap/water.
Once upon a time I would have said Popular Mechanics, Playboy, and maybe National Geographic? 🤔
Sad how all of those, even my Popular Mechanics that I had subscribed to for 20+ years, are now staffed by tree-hugging purple-haired climate change lesbians.
Good one. Sports and field
😂
Hahahaha😅
Popular Mechanics still exists in paper form. Not as good as the past, though. I don't think Playboy exists in paper form anymore.
25 year retired LEO. Excellent video and a great starting place to build from. Thank you for another great video and thought provoking topic!
Current LE and I always carry a spare pistol mag in my pocket. Keep as many spare mags for rifle/pistol as you feel your budget can handle and you can store. I keep 9 5.56 and 9 300 Blk loaded at all times. Train with them and then you know they function well.
i hope the 2 are clearly marked and kept seperate, would really suck to load 300 bo in a 5.56 platform
@@commiesnzombies oh yeah, the 5.56 are FDE Hexmag’s and the 300 blk are blk pmag’s. That would be a bad day.
Great info MP. Great stuff. Thanks.
You are “preaching” the truth!
Keep up the good work.
if you can count them, you don't have enough ;)
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Facts!! 😂😂😂😂
Well thought out system and base number to build on. Seven is a standard load out for rifle mags and I like your 3 deep system. In the police see had a standard duty load out of three pistol magazines. One in the gun and two spares. I always carried a third spare.
Glad to see one of your videos pop up in my feed! Seems like it’s been 6+ months since I’ve seen one come up.
It happens unfortunately
Being that we are talking "bare minimum" I have always told people that handguns it's three and rifles it's ten. I don't own a handgun that I don't have 10 to 20 mags for, and it's much worse for rifles, but more is always better. Good topic and a much needed video.
I would like to add that you should mark, date, and number your mags. It will greatly help in identifying your mags when you are in a class and are dropping and reloading. It will also greatly help in identifying your mags when they start to wear out and need to be replaced or repaired.
I honestly have no idea how many AR15 mags I have, with one exception. I know I have just two (2) forty round AR15 mags. As for 30 rounders, 20 rounders and 10 rounders, all I can say is I have a lot. I use all of them. Some fit certain shooting applications better than others. As for handgun mags, I have more than I can count. As for AIC or AR10 mags, I have a few but much less than AR15 or pistol mags.
Bottom line you can't have enough mags. I am a huge MagPul and Lancer fanboy. Both have worked well for me and I have thousands of rounds through both brands. However, I personally recommend staying away from Amend2 AR15 mags. I have three Amend2 AR15 mags and they have been horrible, but let me qualify that I am all 300 BLK.
I have to confess. I am lazy, which is why I have so many mags. I am a preloader. Before I go to the range or to a class, I load all the mags that I will need for that day at the range or the class. Loading mags on the range or in a class is a waste of [time].
Great video, you’re spot on here and this is coming from a veteran. Six mags has always been my quota for auto pistols. For rifles I just gather as many as possible but 21 is a good number as a minimal goal. The 308’s and other long reachers I also subscribe to the six mag quota
Well dang, I am glad I had some reason behind my thought process. Thanks for letting me know!
Thank you Magic !
Great vid
Spot on start.
I was collecting mags for a while and thought I had enough. I don’t think “enough “ is achievable these days.
I do 30 mags per rifle. 5-8 mags per pistol
More is good in my book!
I have at least double the number you mentioned, but ty for a really great informative video
Cool vid thanks for sharing!
My AR10 has 23 mags
Excellent Discussion Topic Magic ✨ Thanks for sharing with us.
I cried looking at how many mags were there. In the UK, any 2-inch pepper spray is illegal, so we're left with 0 inches of joy.
Firearms certificates can be procured with difficulty but even then with many limitations compared to the US.
How do you plan on carrying 23 loaded mags with you ?
@@theoriginaldashriprocki suppose most of the mags will be stored at home and used as a stockpile in case existing mags break down.
@@uwesca6263 any true shtf scenario, we will be living on the run and can only have what we can carry on our back. There won't be any home anymore with a stockpile.
@@theoriginaldashriprock speak for yourself. I live in europe. I dont think i would be on the run nonstopp. (And even if since i would travel with family they can carry spare mags). Also just because you are on the move does not mean you cant have a car/bike that has additional storage room. I generaly dont see that much appeal of going into the wilds... Have you ever lived for weeks out of a backpack and in tents? I have. And its awfull (3weeks and longer). A home protects me from the elements better than any tent could. I have higher storage capacity and what not. As long as the building is not on fire i see few reasons to leave it. Living in a tent in the wilds is romantic. But no long term, heck barely even a short term (2month+) solution.
Sure if you go out and are constand on the run in the wilds than i would only take a pistol with a spare mag. And the lightest build ar with a surpressor and 90-120rounds total.
Logical concept. Nice work
The shirt is awesome! Love the colors!
For your AR ammunition have speed loaders and extra 10 round feeder clips for rapid reloading of your PMAGS. 500 rounds can be prepped, stored in a 50 cal. Ammo can and ready to go for either reloading or grab and go. This come with many offerings of boxed green tips or can be purchased separately in bulk.
I think most important thing is having extra ones that are fresh... If u find a brand that works good just get extras, and don't open em, just stash them so the gun is never rendered useless because u can't get a mag that works.
I get what you're getting at. But all manufacturers have tolerances. One you buy today may be slightly diff than the one you bought 3 years ago.
I would suggest filling it once and guarantee its function. Then put it away.
Had this happen with some unimags (can be used with 7 different calibers) bought a couple, liked them. Ordered a few more. Used some. Sat others back for later. Then when I went to get one that was sat back it wouldnt fit it all my lowers. Granted bc I can use it with different calibers I was still able to use it. But not as intended. Point being, vet your stuff.
Good video, got me thinking, thank you
We always carried 7 plus 4 in dump bag. Always have as many as possible at home base. When you’re shooting and scooting, you drop and leave some. Also when you get back you can grab fully loaded replacements and roll back and leave the empties to be cleaned and reloaded.
I 6:54 have about 60 magazines for my ar 15 and about 50 for my pistols
I consider magazines as consumables.
They certainly are.
I went with a PCC that takes the same mags as my pistol. I can interchange mags between the two and it helps keep costs down.
S&W M&P with an FPC? I have the same setup and love it
Same bro. Got three guns running off one magazine system. Makes it easier on the pocket book for cost of mags.
@Hunter-to6uq I went Ruger PC Carbine and Glock 19. Already had a ton of glock mags so it made sense.
The correct answer is more. You got it out before I could finish typing. 😊
Haha we're on the same page.
As many as you can afford and store. My minimum is 12 per rifle and 4 per handgun. Carry I have a 17 rnd in the gun and a 21 rnd spare if carrying my P320. If carrying my 1911 8 rnd in the gun and 2 -10 rnd spares. I don't' have training mags. I rotate thru all my mags. Good video good thoughts and points.
I carry one in two spares for edc
Thanks for the insight. I like the beef up method for the 1911.
I agree that 21 mags for operational use and 21 replacements at a min. From that point keep adding more and more.
FYI ...for the first time I got a bad Sig Saur 365 9mm mag that the spring failed . Could only load 4 of 10. Kinda a freak situation . So I would at least test all the mags one time. Been subbed for years.. Thanks for your patriotism Magic !
When I was deployed. On operations, we had 14 plus 1 in the rifle and 2 plus 1 in the handgun plus one extra round in our chest pocket.
Do you think the extra pistol mags were worth it? Or would the weight savings of cutting it back down to one or no backups have been worth it?
A word on load outs. US uses 7 for infantry standard load out. Infantry has resupply, preppers do not. I would suggest 10 rifle mags in a carry loadout, giving you more of a chance to disengage from any contact to need to break off. For Storage I would say at least 2x that number per rifle for quicker full reloading of kit if things get really hairy.
delta carries 18
I always carried more pistol magazines in combat. I kept a basic load (3)😊 on the body armor, hip holster, and shoulder holster. So under any circumstance, which ever configuration I was using, I had the basic load. You are correct, seven mags is the basic load for the M4.
A lot of people have suggested 3 mags here so I appreciate that insight.
Midway is a great company! Your vids are amazing! Thank You!
Good advice, thanks
I got 20 full per power tool at all times ready for work and many spare backup packs
Interesting thought, thank you. Just one personal thing to add... I of course either have my firearms securely on my person or locked up. Two places I routinely lock them up are at home and in a vehicle. However I keep spare mags unlocked and accessible at home and in a vehicle. If what I have on my person is insufficient should a need arise, I am most likely going to be at my home or have my vehicle nearby and have quick access to those extra resources. ✌️
I like your system,very common sense approach. I do favor having dedicated training mags to beat the crap out of.
I'm a combat veteran and retired Deputy Sheriff. I would say that you are on the right track. Strip down down your magazines and rotate them. It helps with spring retention. Also, consider buying another bolt carrer group for your AR. They do break! Excellent video 📹 !!!
It’s a plan I agree with
.22 1911 small frame for example are fragile mags so you definitely want your edc separate from your trainers
Edc I agree, 1 in gun 1 back up. Battle belt, the word battle is key. At least 2 on belt. 2 or 3 ar mags, more on chest rig. Retired leo.
@magicprepper i think you're on the right track. I think the right question is how many mags should you have loaded? How many do you need to have in your rotation, and how many should you have as backups. I think 6, plus 3 in the package for handgun... and 16 + 16 rotation (32 total) plus at least 17 in package min in case one is a dud....
I use the double mag link clip (for pmag) for the primary. Always ha e a double clipped as primary, and then your 6 on the carrier. If its a real shtf shtf... i would want nothing less than the exact same to "replenish" with at least once if not twice.
Im no operator at all... but i did work with many of them and picked their brains after a few firefights and. If thats their mentality, i figure its not a bad starting point... especially since our re-supply is well... basically us!
Right on dude 🤙
an Expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less ....
I always thought that an expert was someone that knows more that the person there talking to. It's amazing how little people actually know. We now have adult men who can't change a car tire.
@@BulletSpoung, the grooming process has created a generation of know nothings/do nothings ...
Im glad Im not the only one who has the 'range' mags that are beat up, and a bunch of new ones. Dont underestimate the value of stripper clips. If you cant afford a bunch of mags, get clips to quickly feed the mags you can afford.
Steel mags for the range, MagPul for duty.
I agree with your logic.
Given how there are so many makers of AR mags, I have started trying to buy at least one of each make I come across. For serious use, I have Pmags and GI aluminum, but I like to rotate the others for range use. As soon as I can, I load them to standard capacity, then see how easily they lock in under the closed bolts of my AR compatible rifles. I recently had one that refused to lock into my X95 with 30 rd.
For pistol mags (especially Sig), I load them all the way and let them sit, to loosen the spring a bit. I needed a loader to get the last round into P320 and P365 mags the first time, but after a couple of cycles, I could top them off with my thumb.
7 mags is standard military loadout for training purposes. During the GWOT as a Infantryman we carried a minimum of 14. And sometimes 21. And bandoleers.
My nephew who is a former Recon Marine they would carry 30 magazines loaded. And enough bandoleers to reload all of them. Plus 9 quarts of water. All of their gear, plus lots and lots batteries.
I seen where magpul has made a magazine for the 320 now at around $35 bucks. Worth picking a few.
Honestly, this advise is quite good. I currently have about 5-6 mags per pistol platform I have for the most part. I also have about 10 mags for my AR, but I may pick up a few more just to be safe. I'm also thinking about using my M1 Carbine as a potential SHTF backup where I already have 8 mags for it.
My combat load out is 500 rounds of 308 and 400 rounds of 9mm. My chest rig holds half that so I can refill once if needed.
That is an astounding amount of weight!! Don't skip leg day! Or cardio...
Way to much pistol. I'd replace 350 round weight with a new bcg and repair kit and more rifle rounds. Totally understand wanting the back up
If you ever need to have 900 rds on your person for any reason, you're probably not going to survive. Too much weight! 6lbs per 100 in
5 mags 500rds = 30 lbs of .308 plus another 12 lbs of 9mm.
YOU MUST BE RIPPED!
VERY IMPRESSIVE!
Also bandoliers for carrying reloaded mags can enhance restocking efforts.
I like your standard MP!
I like having more then 1 handgun for several handgun types so if a handgun has an issue temporarily, you have loaded mags to insert into something else (i.e 2 Sigs that take the same mag, 2 1911s in .45, 2 caniks, etc).
I like the 21 AR mags because then you have 3 loadouts all ready to go assuming 6 on a carrier and 1 in the well.
I also like to have 1 of each brand, caliber, etc, brand new in the box just in case.
I like to keep 50 or so USGI aluminum mags on the shelf. Leave 10 loaded long term in the safe.
I carry mostly USGI Aluminum mags also, rarely have issues, some I have carried for 45 years. I keep all mine loaded, all the time. The only ones I have had issues with were the 100 round Beta mags. If you don't use them regularly, they will fail to feed after a couple years.
Interesting finish on that AR in the background brother. It's like a "MultiCam Lite" color scheme. I suspect it would work in the winter with mixed snow and brush. The only thing that detracts from it is the glossy looking black muzzle device. Sharp looking gun nevertheless MP.
Don't worry that's where the suppressor goes 😉
I can’t wait until the new metal Magpul ones are in stock near me.
I'm definitely curious to see how they work.
aluminum, steel or sheet metal
the only metal mag they are making is for the sig320. new poly translucent ar mags are coming.
I have 40 rifle mags, usgi with magpul followers, and 60 pistol. Glock oem 17 rounders. Expensive af. Keep all loaded at all times this gives me what I can reasonable carry without being excessive while still having enough loaded spares tucked away in ammo cans.
Not bad info I try to up my pistol mags because I carry single stack 1911s but you're rationale is solid and to everybody else out there in the community it would be a good idea to have this per firearm if you have a bunch is there a great barter item
Nice! I’m been stocking up on 556 and 9mm mags by just stopping by my LGS. I stop by and hope for the best, and take what I can. And a fat 50 cal can holds them nicely. 😂
I agree with the 21 mag rule for rifles. Disagree on pistols but regardless what your number is, I would have your number of mags set PLUS whatever mags you have in your systems. for example bug out bags, vehicles, get home bags, caches l etc… good work on the videos keep it up!
Good info
I’m prior military and retired LEO. I have a few more mags than you are showing. I have been known to do things in excess but hey I believe you can never have too much of what you really need.
When I was working I carried 2 in the belt and one in the gun. In
9 mm in 45 ACP carried 6 in the belt and one in the gun.
And I also have my old pistolero rig that carried 6 mags also the holster was fast and slick from my international shooting days
Also I carried in my bag 100 rounds of ammo
You must of been reading my mind , I was at big boys toys today
You know where that is
Bought 5 magazine there and more ammo
Watford city 👍👍
Tell Kirby I said hello.
More magazines is definitely better. I’m thinking at the bare minimum, one needs 10 magazines per weapon. Seven for your combat load, three magazines for your range load. You can also rotate out your combat load magazines with your range load magazines to ensure your magazines are working properly. Me on the other hand, I am somewhat like you. Seven magazines for my Combat load, seven magazines for my range load, and seven magazines in reserve that I rotate out. But I’m also adding another 7 to 10 magazines that I’ll keep in its original packaging and not use. Which you could possibly use for ultra reserve stocks, or barter with if necessary. 😃👍🏾🇺🇸
Those brand new ones could definitely hold some value.
I’m heavily invested in 556 ARs, glock 19/17, and m&p 2.0. Over 100 AR mags, 3/4 still in wrap and about 15-20 each for the handguns.
Other pistols like lcp, 43x, m&p shield I’ve got 3-5 for each as they’re for CCW and not a duty gun.
My edc is one in the gun and 2 on my belt. Same with my battle belt plus one rifle mag.
Bougt a couple pistola pro mags when i first saw the price of oem. Since then I’ve noticed how much stiffer the oem mag springs are, so the rest have been OG
I don’t have any specialty mags. I rotate through them all equally. I have 12 mags for my Glock 19 and 23 AR mags. I have two ARs and a Ruger Ranch in 5.56. I will continue to add AR mags over time.
Greetings from Reno, Nevada.
I suggest you compare the springs of your longest loaded least used mag to a brand new never loaded mag the amount of compression in that spring may change your mind on keeping them loaded. Plenty of videos on UA-cam showing mags taking a set after years of being loaded.
I have 2 extra pistol mags, 12 buckshot shells, and an 1 AR mag on my battle belt. 6 extra AR mags on my chest. Multi tool and IFAK on it too.
All the mags and ammo ...🇺🇸🇺🇸
I enjoyed the video. Quick question, how do you store ammo long term?
I always had 8 mags in mag pouches (2 per pouch) and 1 in my rifle so 9 total in Afghanland..only 2 extra pistol mags with one in the gun. It is what you are comfortable with and your potential situation. I also wasn't a Ranger or infantry in constant contact, but enough.
9 seems reasonable to me. I appreciate you sharing that info. I asked another person with similar experience but I'll ask you as well. Were the pistol mags worth the weight?
@@MagicPrepper I never noticed it to feel extra, but since I traveled a lot and not just to U.S. run/owned FOBs it was best to just have it with me. I typically wasn't with a lot of U.S. troops so it was a bit different.
More is always better. I keep bundles of six in magazine pouches, mission ready that can be taken in and staged or handed out to those that are short.
Palmetto state has deals all the time where you can get 7 pmags for an ar15/m4 and either a part or an accessory (rifle bag, bolt carrier group, cheap sight) for $100
I did 20 years, a few tours and was an instructor the last 3. This is solid advice. 7 is a basic combat load. I think I carried 8 my last tour, but only put 27? 28? In to hopefully prevent a jam. I put 3 tracers together near the end to help me keep track. Not sure if they're available on the civilian side? Being "a professional" is less important than training, experimenting, and always maintaining critical thinking and figuring out what works.
Ok so this is something I hear couple of years ago that made sense to me. In a shtf event and your in a fight and you have to flee you aren’t going to have time to pickup empty mags. Having extras at home is vital. To save cost over the years I’ve trimmed my platforms to use the same mags this way the mags can be used in multiple platforms. Just my two cents that’s all never have enough.
You can buy complete magazines as cheap as extra parts.
good thinking. how about applying this to every caliber nd weapon you own?
8 pistol, 10 primary/ AR mags , and 8 m1a mags, plus a pouch of loose .357 for my revolver is on my carrier. Yes I carry a semi auto pistol and a a revolver, revolvers are good backup since they don't really jam.
Another thought for a video is what ammo type loadout do you have in your mags? I have different loadouts in my rifle mags with 77g OTMs, green tips and V max. Thought is inside home defense with the 10.5 suppressed will be the 77g. Area defense load up with the green tips and or V max.
Same reasonably redundancy. Have it and done it.
I have an sig p 250 in .45acp I love this weapon you gotta get used to the trigger system I wish all my gun had that trigger I got 8 10rnd mags all sig brand that is just to get me to a better weapon lol !! I got bears at my cabin 😎
I have some 40 round Clinton Pre-ban Mini-30 aftermarket magazines that were cheaper than Ruger 30 round magazines cost currently.
Rotate your magazines. Make sure they all function. Also mark them for performance.
I'm at 5 for pistols and 8 per rifle that are good and 1-2 of each that have issues for training purposes.
My prep is 100 m4 mags, 10 mags for each pistol. Plus 10k rounds for every weapon I have. But I'm still adding