wtturn Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Looks like a quality piece, albeit expensive. My main concern is if they are compatible with TTI basepads. I can't post a link, but "ALG magwell glock" Google results will get you there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thegeneric Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 (edited) Here's a link for reference: http://algdefense.com/glock-alg-flared-magwell-afm-ddc.html Can't speak towards the magwell, but their AR15 trigger and mini-comp I own are top notch products. I called them for something specific and was transferred to the right person instantly. You might want to just call them to see about compatibility. Edited July 17, 2014 by thegeneric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreGarciaTAT2 Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Looks like a solid magwell... I have used many brands and I like my Zev super heavy brass guy the best (for uspsa)... And the Zev slim for IDPA... But honestly, the price on this is better than the Zev and I would definitely give it a go if I was in the magwell market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gooldylocks Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I have a zev stainless and like it a lot, but that looks like a pretty decent one too. It doesn't look like it is as big of a mouth as the carver or zev options though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
als14 Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Ive been pretty happy with my Zevs and Dawsons, but these look decent. Like they said above, give them a call. Im sure they have some idea on compatability with different basepads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted July 19, 2014 Author Share Posted July 19, 2014 I called ALG who said they had only tested it with factory mags/baseplates. I ordered one anyway. I'll be the guinea pig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishsticks Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 (edited) I called ALG who said they had only tested it with factory mags/baseplates. I ordered one anyway. I'll be the guinea pig. Let us know. This looks like a decent product if It is compatible with the commonly used extensions. Edited July 19, 2014 by fishsticks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted July 19, 2014 Author Share Posted July 19, 2014 I called ALG who said they had only tested it with factory mags/baseplates. I ordered one anyway. I'll be the guinea pig. Let us know. This looks like a decent product if It is compatible with the commonly used extensions. Will do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted July 22, 2014 Author Share Posted July 22, 2014 I installed the magwell last night and tested with some reload drills. I found that I had to push the retainer pins halfway out of the TTI basepads, otherwise the mags would bind and "pinch" in the rear of the magwell and not drop free. After pushing the pins halfway out, there were no problems.' I think it'll work for me, I'll just have to be careful to check the pins every so often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishsticks Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I installed the magwell last night and tested with some reload drills. I found that I had to push the retainer pins halfway out of the TTI basepads, otherwise the mags would bind and "pinch" in the rear of the magwell and not drop free. After pushing the pins halfway out, there were no problems.' I think it'll work for me, I'll just have to be careful to check the pins every so often. That's a bummer. I don't think I want to monkey with the pins to make it work. Too bad because I like the look of the mag well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 That's a bummer. I don't think I want to monkey with the pins to make it work. Too bad because I like the look of the mag well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gooldylocks Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Can we get a picture of the bottom? I am interested to see how big the mouth is compared to say a Zev or carver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 Can we get a picture of the bottom? I am interested to see how big the mouth is compared to say a Zev or carver. Sure, I'll snap one tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gooldylocks Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Thank you much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Other than price not sure why you picked the ALG. The mouth looks small, and very little weight added. It does looks right for conceal carry gun low profile. but if works for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpa5oh Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I like it...gonna have to get one. I like that grip tape pattern you have there - whose is that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted July 24, 2014 Author Share Posted July 24, 2014 I like it...gonna have to get one. I like that grip tape pattern you have there - whose is that? "A-Zone Gear" from Brownells Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumberjack149 Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I have no problems with the ALG magwell and the TTI extended base pads. You can see a small mark were the TTI pin scratched the finished on the back part of the magwell but they have no issues dropping free. As far as the speed of reloading, I switched to the ALG from a SJC that was on my gun when I bought it and I have noticed no differences in time (got rid of the SJC b/c it was just too big for me). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtturn Posted September 6, 2014 Author Share Posted September 6, 2014 I've shot several matches and hours upon hours of dry fire with it installed now with no complaints. My mags do not drop free with the pins fully seated. In dry fire I've had them "stick" during reload drills, which would be disastrous in a match, but no problems in matches so far because I make that part of my pre-stage prep to ensure the pins are only half-way inserted. I love the heft it adds to the grip. I would buy again, but like another commenter posited, you might be better off with a magwell with a wider, more flared "mouth". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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