Description

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SITE.

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DELIVERY.

Nighthawk Custom manufactures the MG0048 as a premium OEM replacement magazine engineered for 1911 pistols chambered in 45 ACP, delivering standard 8 round capacity with Government and Commander frame compatibility and a durable aluminum base pad. This magazine is built entirely in the USA from heat treated stainless steel with precision engineering designed to maximize reliability and durability across all ammunition brands, with an aluminum base pad providing enhanced drop protection and longevity.

Key Features

• Caliber: 45 ACP
• Capacity: 8 rounds
• Frame compatibility: Government and Commander size 1911 pistols
• Construction: Heat treated tempered stainless steel tube and follower
• Finish: Tumbled and polished stainless steel
• Aluminum base pad with black anodized finish
• Parallel feed lips for consistent cartridge positioning
• Integrated feed ramp on front of magazine tube
• Load indicator windows on magazine sides
• Laser engraved Nighthawk Custom Moon Hawk logo on base pad
• Solid stop prevents over insertion

Special Features

• Heat treated stainless steel construction provides strength while resisting corrosion
• Tumbled and polished surfaces reduce metal to metal friction for smooth feeding and magazine changes
• Hardened steel follower engineered for positive slide lock after last round
• Integrated feed ramp on front of tube helps prevent nosedive during feeding with various bullet profiles
• Parallel feed lips position each cartridge at a consistent angle into the feed ramp
• Aluminum base pad provides superior drop protection compared to polymer base pads
• Black anodized aluminum finish resists wear and scratching during use
• Tool free disassembly for cleaning and maintenance
• Load indicators allow visual capacity check without compromising tube strength

Practical Benefits

• Fits all standard single stack 1911 pistols in 45 ACP chambering with Government or Commander length frames
• Reliable feeding across factory ammunition, defensive loads, match ammunition, and reloaded rounds
• Stainless steel construction ensures long service life in all weather conditions and daily carry environments
• Aluminum base pad withstands repeated drops and rough handling better than polymer alternatives
• Standard 8 round capacity provides proven balance between size and ammunition supply
• Enhanced drop protection makes this magazine ideal for duty use, competition, and training environments
• Easy maintenance keeps magazines performing through thousands of rounds
• Load indicators help shooters track round count during drills and competitions
• Premium construction eliminates feeding issues found in economy magazines
• Ideal for defensive pistols, competition guns, duty use, range training, and backup magazine rotation

The Nighthawk Custom MG0048 1911 45 ACP 8 round magazine with aluminum base pad is a capable tool for shooters seeking factory quality, enhanced durability, and reliable performance in demanding environments.