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Old August 26th, 2008, 23:51   #100
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Originally Posted by mcguyver View Post
Just so you guys know the reason that Systema's mags are $50 each is that the shell is a real mag shell cut to fit the guts. It's not lightweight pressed aluminum or similar. In Canada, expect a real AR 30/5 mag to cost you $35 or more if you buy from a retailer. That's a mjaor factor in their weight.
I dont buy that argument at all. Yes AR mags cost about $35 in canada because of the paper work involved. But surplus'd good condition ar mags can be had for $10 to $15 in the states and Iam sure the manufactures cost on a magazine body is even less.
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