Availability: In Stock
The Mec-Gar 1911 Government/Commander .45 ACP 8-round steel blue magazine is a proven workhorse for anyone running a 1911 pistol. Built to the exacting standards that have made Mec-Gar a go-to name among competitive shooters, law enforcement, and serious gun owners, this magazine delivers the capacity and reliability you need when your sidearm matters. Whether you're stocking spares for your Government-frame 1911, upgrading a Commander, or just tired of hunting decent magazines, this steel-tube design has the engineering to prove itself under pressure.
The tube itself is carbon steel and heat-treated for durability, engineered to handle thousands of rounds without losing its edge. Inside, the nylon polymer follower features a metal insert positioned to engage the slide stop correctly, and the internals are linked in a way that makes fieldstripping and reassembly straightforward—no fussy design, just functionality. The spring is wound from high-tensile music wire with a phosphate coating, a choice that pays dividends in longevity and consistent feeding. The polymer butt-plate is impact-resistant, tapered to drop smoothly into funneled magazine wells on modern and classic 1911 platforms alike, and removable for cleaning or maintenance.
An 8-round capacity gives you practical reload intervals without compromising concealment or comfort, and the steel-blue finish resists corrosion while matching the look of quality 1911s. This is a magazine that doesn't need a narrative—it just feeds, chambers, and ejects without drama. Add a few to your kit.
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Tube Material | Carbon steel, heat-treated |
| Follower | Nylon polymer with metal insert |
| Spring | High-tensile music wire, phosphate coated |
| Butt-plate | Removable high-impact polymer, tapered |
| Finish | Steel blue |
| Compatibility | 1911 Government/Commander frames |
Yes. The Mec-Gar Government/Commander magazine is designed to function in both Government-frame and Commander-frame 1911 pistols. The tapered butt-plate accommodates standard funneled mag wells on both variants.
Yes. The internal components are linked together to allow straightforward disassembly and reassembly without special tools, making field maintenance simple.
The spring is manufactured from high-tensile music wire with a drawn phosphate coating. This construction method improves coiling properties and extends the spring's service life, helping maintain reliable feeding over thousands of rounds.
You receive the complete magazine with the removable polymer butt-plate installed and ready to use.

SKU: 115671224 • Width: 3.2in • Height: 1.1in • Depth: 9.3in • Weight: 0.2oz




Availability: In Stock
The Mec-Gar 1911 Government/Commander .45 ACP 8-round steel blue magazine is a proven workhorse for anyone running a 1911 pistol. Built to the exacting standards that have made Mec-Gar a go-to name among competitive shooters, law enforcement, and serious gun owners, this magazine delivers the capacity and reliability you need when your sidearm matters. Whether you're stocking spares for your Government-frame 1911, upgrading a Commander, or just tired of hunting decent magazines, this steel-tube design has the engineering to prove itself under pressure.
The tube itself is carbon steel and heat-treated for durability, engineered to handle thousands of rounds without losing its edge. Inside, the nylon polymer follower features a metal insert positioned to engage the slide stop correctly, and the internals are linked in a way that makes fieldstripping and reassembly straightforward—no fussy design, just functionality. The spring is wound from high-tensile music wire with a phosphate coating, a choice that pays dividends in longevity and consistent feeding. The polymer butt-plate is impact-resistant, tapered to drop smoothly into funneled magazine wells on modern and classic 1911 platforms alike, and removable for cleaning or maintenance.
An 8-round capacity gives you practical reload intervals without compromising concealment or comfort, and the steel-blue finish resists corrosion while matching the look of quality 1911s. This is a magazine that doesn't need a narrative—it just feeds, chambers, and ejects without drama. Add a few to your kit.
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Tube Material | Carbon steel, heat-treated |
| Follower | Nylon polymer with metal insert |
| Spring | High-tensile music wire, phosphate coated |
| Butt-plate | Removable high-impact polymer, tapered |
| Finish | Steel blue |
| Compatibility | 1911 Government/Commander frames |
Yes. The Mec-Gar Government/Commander magazine is designed to function in both Government-frame and Commander-frame 1911 pistols. The tapered butt-plate accommodates standard funneled mag wells on both variants.
Yes. The internal components are linked together to allow straightforward disassembly and reassembly without special tools, making field maintenance simple.
The spring is manufactured from high-tensile music wire with a drawn phosphate coating. This construction method improves coiling properties and extends the spring's service life, helping maintain reliable feeding over thousands of rounds.
You receive the complete magazine with the removable polymer butt-plate installed and ready to use.
SKU: 115671224 • Width: 3.2in • Height: 1.1in • Depth: 9.3in • Weight: 0.2oz
