Add weight and grip to your Mec-Gar and Bul Armory 1911 magazines with a CNC-machined solid brass base pad. Designed around Bul Armory pistols using 9mm Mec-Gar magazines, this base pad delivers improved recoil control and a larger gripping surface for faster magazine insertions during IPSC and USPSA competition.
Premium 1911 Mec-Gar/BUL Armory Brass Magazine Base Pad
Add weight and enhance magazine grip with our solid brass magazine base pad for 1911 Mec-Gar and BUL Armory magazines. This precision-machined brass base pad provides substantial weight for improved recoil control while offering a larger gripping surface for faster magazine insertion during reloads in IPSC and USPSA competition.
Key Features:
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Solid Brass Construction – Adds weight for improved recoil control and balance
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Enhanced Magazine Grip – Larger surface area provides positive grip for faster magazine insertion
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Mec-Gar/BUL Armory Specific – Designed for Mec-Gar magazines commonly supplied with BUL Armory pistols
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Precision Machined – CNC-milled for perfect fit on compatible magazines
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Durable Construction – Built to withstand thousands of competition reloads
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Competition Proven – Trusted by 1911 shooters using premium magazines
Perfect For:
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1911 shooters using Mec-Gar or BUL Armory magazines
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Adding weight to magazines for improved recoil control
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Building a complete weight-optimized 1911 magazine system
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Upgrading from factory base pads for enhanced performance
Compatibility Note (Please Read):
These base pads were designed around BUL Armory pistols using 9mm Mec-Gar magazines. If you're using other 1911 models—especially with different or aftermarket magwells/funnels—this may affect magazine seating/lock-up. Some setups may prevent the magazine from seating correctly. Please take note and verify fitment before match use. Retention clips not included. Please note: This will not fit Tripp Cobra magazines
Complete Your 1911 Magazine Setup:
Build a complete 1911 magazine system:
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1911 Mec-Gar/BUL Armory Aluminium Base Pad – Lightweight alternative
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1911 Metalform/Dawson/Tripp Brass Base Pad – Alternative brass option
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1911/2011 Extended Magazine Release – Fast magazine drops
Build Your Full 1911 Competition Setup:
Transform your 1911 into a competition winner with these upgrades:
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1911/2011 Progressive Recoil Spring – Smoother cycling
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1911/2011 Extended Firing Pin – Reliable ignition
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1911/2011 Slide Stop Thumb Rest – Improved recoil control
Package Includes: One brass magazine base pad
Material: Solid brass construction
Installation: Replaces factory base pad, approximately 5 minutes per magazine
Key Benefit: Adds weight for improved recoil control while enhancing magazine grip for faster reloads
Important: Designed for Mec-Gar and BUL Armory magazines—verify magazine brand before purchase. If you run a different model or magwell, fitment may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which magazines does this base pad fit?
Designed for 1911 Mec-Gar and Bul Armory magazines. These were designed around Bul Armory pistols using 9mm Mec-Gar magazines. Verify your magazine brand before purchase.
Will this work with aftermarket magwells or funnels?
If you are using other 1911 models with different or aftermarket magwells/funnels, this may affect magazine seating and lock-up. Please verify fitment before match use.
Are retention clips included?
No. Retention clips are not included with this base pad.
How long does installation take?
Approximately 2 minutes per magazine. Simply replace the factory base pad with the brass base pad.
