silverphoenix Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 A couple of guys in my group were asking about these. I'm thinking they're over priced and very bulky/heavy and very unreliable. What is everyone's experiences and thoughts on these? Worth a try or no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gng4life Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Did you see this post: http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=149424&st=0 Tons of info and opinions on the Surefire mags... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMB Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I have two 60rd surefire mags that run great with brass cased ammo. It will not run steel cased ammo reliably though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverphoenix Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank for for the link--looks like it may not be worth the added cost right now. Neat concept though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete68 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I've had my 60 for almost a year now with no problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caz41 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 (edited) I got one off the prize table at FB. Took it out of the package and it wouldn't load more than 9 rounds in it. Took it apart and put back together a dozen times same thing. Sent it back to Surefire and about 2 weeks later had brand new one at the door. The new one has worked so far, but I'm hesitant about using it in a match, and I'm really hesitant about using it in a major match. I had no intentions of buying one ever due to the cost vs. a Pmag with NC extention. I have seen plenty of them used in matches, some with good and some bad results. Edited November 20, 2012 by caz41 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverphoenix Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 yeah I think I'd rather sacrifice 12 rounds and have the reliability. maybe if they one day cut the price in half, we'll try these out. There's just no reason to pay so much for unreliable equipment that at best shaves off a couple seconds and at worst causes a minor malfunction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gng4life Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 One thing I wanted to mention that I noticed with the 60 mags is that is somewhat dependent on your rifle configuration also. In my Stag 3G that used to own, I ran probably 1000 rounds with it and I had one jam but that was ammo related. In my newer, customized JP/Sundevil rifle, I can't even chamber a round with my 60 mag. I ran a few full mags through one of my M4 style ARs and it ran fine. So, rifle configuration is a factor with these mags also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue edge Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 I opened the package on mine today at the BGSL 3gun match. It ran %100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFB Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 I am running a JP and have used the surefire 60 rd for this past season ( brass cases) with no problems at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T Bacus Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 I have not used one but several were used in my squad at the Topton Rifle Match and all seemed to work fine. I plan on picking one up this winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooterready Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 The first 60 rd I had wouldn't run. After about 6 weeks SF sent me a new one. Working good so far, but can't come to fully trust it yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
releo 37 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 I used one at the BRM3G with no issues. Made it through stage 7 with no reloads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskapopo Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 I own 2 now and used to have 3. They are a finicky magazine. They work best in my experience with rounds loated to 2.230 or shorter. Longer rounds or heavier bullets often cause problem. Mine have worked generally but I have had issues in 2 matches one where it cost me big time. Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooterrdy Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 Used a 60 for almost a year now with no problems at all if your loads are sized right it will run like a champ. will grab another soon best thing going for long rifle stages. the Aredondo base pad pressure fits on and is made for prone shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrysuperhawk Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 I got one when a buddy got frustrated trying to run Wolf through it and failed. He traded me for a couple of mag pouches. I have only ran Brass cased 55 FMJ and it has been flawless. Saw a ton of them at CMMG and they seemed to run OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 (edited) Had some reliability problems with my 60 rounder. Took it apart and reassembled. Now it works fine (used mostly with an LWRC SPR). I also did a "dehorn" job on the exterior since it had a bunch of sharp edges. The crappy finish is my only real gripe. Should be a lot nicer considering the price. Edited May 22, 2013 by ltdmstr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gose Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 Ive seen too many costly failures for the very small benefit they bring, so I'm staying away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdmstr Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 The other downside is it's hard to know how many rounds are left in the thing after you run a course. Unloading to check and then reloading is a real hassle. Pmags with windows are a better option unless you really need the extra capacity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abn-rgr Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 I took mine and my daughters out of our shooting bag after this weekends CMMG match. Too many isues with our LR ammo. It was a great idea but I wont waste anymore time on the clock fixing mag relatd jams. Back to Nordics for me.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klemmer Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 The Surefire reps at Texas Multigun admitted that there were teething problems over the first two years of the 60 rounders being on the street. Current production has another weld near the top to prevent spreading of the feedlips or bulging of the magazine portion that inserts into the lower. Also said that they had some internal engineering upgrades to the springs, cams, follower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdschappell Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 I have one that I have used in matches and practice with no issues. I used only brass cased ammo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkCO Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 The other downside is it's hard to know how many rounds are left in the thing after you run a course. Unloading to check and then reloading is a real hassle. Pmags with windows are a better option unless you really need the extra capacity. Drill (or better yet dremel) a window into that sucker. I have the Nordic extensions and it is difficult to load 48 rounds without taking off my shoes and have a few friends to keep count. The finger toes thingees...those people just wear those to count easier! I just load until I see brass in the drilled hole and then watch the next few down until they are at capacity. Could do that same with the SFs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inrut Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 I have 2 that fun flawless, knock on wood. I have exploded and seen guys explode the nordic extensions off going into the barrels. If you are really worried try the 48rd lancer mags they seem to be a little stronger, but the surefires work better being shorter when going prone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse Tischauser Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 (edited) I have a 60 rounder. Got it when they first came out well over a year ago. Probably have 4,000 or so rounds through it. Never had a problem with brass cases ammo but it won't run with steel cased stuff. I'm scared to take it apart so I just blow it out with my air compressor and dump graphite powder in it. It's the perfect height for prone shooting and it has a nice wide foot print for monopod shooting. If you ever need more ammo you should quit shooting. I have a 60 rounder. Got it when they first came out well over a year ago. Probably have 4,000 or so rounds through it. Never had a problem with brass cases ammo but it won't run with steel cased stuff. I'm scared to take it apart so I just blow it out with my air compressor and dump graphite powder in it. It's the perfect height for prone shooting and it has a nice wide foot print for monopod shooting. If you ever need more ammo you should quit shooting the stage cause something is wrong. Edited May 25, 2013 by Jesse Tischauser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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