7.62x39 On AR15 Platform

Robocop1051 · June 2, 2015

I don't own any and don't plan to. To many bad reviews with Magpul .308 mags. They work well for the 5.56mm and that's as far as I go with them.

Where are these "bad reviews"? I own a metric shiit ton of PMAGs in every size and caliber... I even have custom 5 round mags. Never a single issue with any of them.

I find it hard to accept a blanket statement about the .308 PMAG from an unknown source, especially when it's made ON A FORUM THAT SPECIALIZES ON THE .308AR and no one shares the opinion.

In fact, only one person here has ever made statement about the 308 pmag not working, and he knows what four letter word I blame for that.

Just sayin

GRA · June 2, 2015

The .308 PMAGS I just got in look just fine to me. Actually looks like the plastic is thicker. I'm just going by what the man said. I've yet to use a PMAG in .308 caliber.

planeflyer21 · June 2, 2015

In fact, only one person here has ever made statement about the 308 pmag not working, and he knows what four letter word I blame for that.
Just sayin

Koch? F-an-H? Kahr? Jeep? Ford?

Matt.Cross · June 2, 2015

Koch? F-an-H? Kahr? Jeep? Ford?

Colt, definitely Colt.

survivalshop · June 2, 2015

And I think I fixed it to work & if a certain co. had not gone belly up & took my money ( I did get my $$ back from the CC co. ) for the barrel I ordered , we would know if my fix worked . I never give up , never Surender. <munch>

We all knew it wasn't mag. any way <thumbsup>

tbready · June 2, 2015

Where are these "bad reviews"? I own a metric shiit ton of PMAGs in every size and caliber... I even have custom 5 round mags. Never a single issue with any of them.
I find it hard to accept a blanket statement about the .308 PMAG from an unknown source, especially when it's made ON A FORUM THAT SPECIALIZES ON THE .308AR and no one shares the opinion.
In fact, only one person here has ever made statement about the 308 pmag not working, and he knows what four letter word I blame for that.
Just sayin

Well, as always I shouldn't believe everything I read on the internet. Some folks on another forum were complaining about the newest generation of .308 P Mags not working very well. One fella apparently spoke to a Magpul engineer at a local range about the issue and the tech mentioned they were releasing an updated follower and spring to fix the so called reliability issue with the newest generation of .308 mags. Maybe it was all a crock of sh!t. Didn't mean to ruffle any feathers hoss.

GRA · June 2, 2015

FWIW ... the Tech I spoke with stated the problem with the PMAGS was cracking. He also stated there is a manufacturer that is now supposedly shipping their .308 with a note that advises the PMAGS will crack and that is why their rifle is shipped WITHOUT a PMAG. I don't really want to post that particular company's name on here but I think Y'all can figure out the rest, especially if everyone on here is pleased with PMAGS after they've actually used them, hence the reason I posed the question about them in this thread.

Too bad Magpul doesn't make a PMAG for the AR in 7.62x39. I've always liked their products.

tbready · June 3, 2015

So, back on track, have you ran the new CPD J mags yet? Mine should be here in couple more days. As soon as they show up I'm going to load them up and test them out.

Edited June 3, 2015 by tbready

GRA · June 3, 2015

I've loaded them the other day. Problem is it's been too wet for the outdoor range. I know I won't get out there this week or weekend.

Most likely next weekend at the earliest unless something changes.

Robocop1051 · June 3, 2015

Well, as always I shouldn't believe everything I read on the internet. Some folks on another forum were complaining about the newest generation of .308 P Mags not working very well. One fella apparently spoke to a Magpul engineer at a local range about the issue and the tech mentioned they were releasing an updated follower and spring to fix the so called reliability issue with the newest generation of .308 mags. Maybe it was all a crock of sh!t. Didn't mean to ruffle any feathers hoss.

I just reread my post and I realized I sound like an assholio. I apologize if you read my post the same way I read it now. I sounded like a pompous ass there.

98Z5V · June 3, 2015

But, you ar... Eh, I'll leave it alone... <lmao>

survivalshop · June 3, 2015

I just reread my post and I realized I sound like an assholio. I apologize if you read my post the same way I read it now. I sounded like a pompous ass there.

I was astonished as you were , I have never heard of a problem with PMags , but I don't get out all that much any more , like I used to . I think that info would be something that would be all over the place , like that four letter company you like so much .

FaRKle! · June 4, 2015

I was astonished as you were , I have never heard of a problem with PMags , but I don't get out all that much any more , like I used to . I think that info would be something that would be all over the place , like that four letter company you like so much .

PMAGs and other reliable poly mags have definitely had issues (Gen 1 5.56 PMAGs, G3 PMAG LR bolt lock back issues, ect.). We just don't remember because those particular companies have been excellent with regards to CS on replacing customers problem mags.

We only remember the bad stuff (like my crappy ASC .308 10rnd mags or Elftmann Tactical's debatable engineering methods and lack of care for the customer...).

Edited June 4, 2015 by FaRKle!

Robocop1051 · June 4, 2015

Still a sore subject... lol

Microgunner · June 4, 2015

^^^ I thought everyone was thrilled with those Elf triggers?

FaRKle! · June 4, 2015

^^^ I thought everyone was thrilled with those Elf triggers?

Elftmann can go screw themselves as far as I'm concerned. Will make a thread to follow...

98Z5V · June 4, 2015

I like my Elf AR-15 Match trigger. Alot. <thumbsup>

I've also never had a single issue with Gen 1 5.56 PMags. I have 30 of them, and they've been put to use over the years.

Edited June 4, 2015 by 98Z5V

survivalshop · June 4, 2015

I do remember a problem with the feed lips & thats why they came out with the mag caps or why they should be used , because the fully loaded mag would put too much pressure on the feed lips,with out the cap on if stored for long periods of time . That was a long time ago , I believe .

Microgunner · June 4, 2015

I do remember a problem with the feed lips & thats why they came out with the mag caps or why they should be used , because the fully loaded mag would put too much pressure on the feed lips,with out the cap on if stored for long periods of time . That was a long time ago , I believe .

Yeah, dust covers. Don't want that top round getting dusty, now do we? ::)

survivalshop · June 5, 2015

The PMag covers do push the upper most cartridge down off the feed lips when installed . <thumbsup> I take a feather duster to mine <laughs>

NTXshooter · June 6, 2015

Speaking of triggers, any recommendations for a light trigger pull hard hitting trigger group for my 7.62x39 AR? The GI trigger I have in it now is terrible.

GRA · June 6, 2015

I have the same trigger. I've only fired 40 rounds through mine so far but no primer-strike problems. If the custom triggers are not rumored to be working you might want to try one of the nickel-boron triggers from somebody like Spike's or Fail Zero (Botch Tactical) or somebody else. I might try one of those myself in the future.

Robocop1051 · June 6, 2015

normally I'd suggest the MechArmor trigger, but it's still new and untested against steel surplus ammo.

A good and inexpensive trigger group would be the ALG ACT. You can add the JP Yellow springs to lighten the pull even more.

If your interested in something fancier, I have a Mega Tactical Trigger that I'm getting ready to post for sale. It comes with a Nib Hammer and springs. You just have to supply a sear disconnect and pins. There is a bit more required to "tune" this trigger.

I also have a CMC Flat Trigger I may be willing to part with. It was in my .308 until it was recently replaced with a MechArmor trigger. It has never failed to fire for me.

NTXshooter · June 6, 2015

I tried the new MechArmor trigger. It doesn't hit hard enough. Out of about 20 rounds, only one fired on the first strike. Works great on my 300BLK though. How about a Hyperfire?