Alpha Industries (MORTA MAG) Latest Gen Mag

[Scimitar]

Re: Alpha Industries (MORTA MAG) Latest Gen Mag

I tested some of the originals in FN, Howa, and Rem 700.
Some with Badger and some with CDI bottom metal. A few changes
I thout needed to be made. I got my 7 WSM built off an FN SPR
action back this week and I am testing the WSM 10 rd mag. So far, it holds the rounds at a nice angle even on the 10th.
Cartridges strip smoothly from the mag. I think this one is GTG.
I should have testing on it finished up soon. 19 Scout has one on his Rem 700 7 WSM with Surgeon bottom metal and said it fed
flawlessly in his last competition.

 

[Slickrick0999]

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Just ran 20 rounds thru each of mine again today. No problems at ALL! Last 10 rounds I ran the bolt as hard & fast as I am capable of doing!

These are the berries!

 

[Mk4]

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Jeff from CDI Precision sent me one for my <span style="color: #CC0000"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Win 70 .308 w/ CDI bottom metal.</span></span></span> Not sure but don't think that it is Type I or II. Anybody interested would need to contact him for sure.

Anyway, the mag is for the 300 WSM. A few modifications to the feed lips and it has worked flawless for me. Installs solid and drops easily and doesn't have the AICS 10 rd'er wiggle to it.

 

[NorCal Vu]

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I ran another 50 rounds in our match on Sunday and 0 malfunctions.

Will a magazine be 100%, hell no and if anyone tells you an AICS mag is 100%, they're high. Just gotta run what works in your rig.

The Alpha mag is just another option for us shooters to turn to that is 100% US made at a better price point.

 

[Apache]

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IT WORKS!

Had to take a hammer to the back lip/clip thing and smack the hell out of it a few times, and just kept going until it was a little lower. Clips in fine and falls freely, unfortunately I don't have any loaded rounds at the moment so I can't run it through for a full function test, but it should. It feels a little sharper than my AICS mag, but it seems to be okay when working the bolt.

 

[Buldog]

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Sounds like I gotta get my hands on the XLR style stock. The rear latch on the Alpha mag may need to be backed off of a few thou, depression wise. Thanks for the report.

Chris

 

[TLong]

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Got mine today...I ordered it Tuesday, so 2 day shipping is awesome. The mag appears to work flawlessly in my FN PBR with CDI bottom metal. Thanks guys for making a great product and your persistence in trying to iron out all of the possible problems.

 

[Buldog]

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So after the report from a fellow member here, The FN-SPR style rifle does not like the Alpha magazine. This has been an on-going issue. The claw extractor on the bolt is the main issue. Per the previous post here, the FN-Patrol Bolt Rifle works great. It is a push feed system and does not have the same bolt style as the SPR.

I did get some to work a while back, but it required some heavy mods to the magazine, feed-lips etc.

So at this point, sadly, I would not reccomend getting an Alpha for use with the FN-SPR.

But, I will keep working at it!

Thanks,

Chris

 

[Emilio]

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Any idea what I would need to do to make a 6mmBR run through these mags?

 

[sobrbiker883]

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So is that a TypeII that is getting the range use at NCPPRC? Looking forward to trying mine out.

 

[Every Day Gun Guy]

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Just tried my ten round mags out today and the Mag didn't like the tenth round. Anyone else have a problem like this? It was like it was on the verge of popping out by itself. I couldn't get it to load on my feed ramps properly either. Nine rounds and below were no issue though. I was shooting COR BON 175gr BTHP out of my KMW built Surgeon action, AICS chasis .308.

 

[Buldog]

Re: Alpha Industries (MORTA MAG) Latest Gen Mag

Sounds like a refund coming your way! Let me know and I will make it so.

I will include a return envelope for the mags with postage paid in full.

Thanks,

Chris

 

[Every Day Gun Guy]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Buldog</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sounds like a refund coming your way! Let me know and I will make it so.

I will include a return envelope for the mags with postage paid in full.

Thanks,

Chris </div></div>

PM sent

 

[WAMBO]

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Chris,

I sent you an email about exchanging my older mags for the new ones.

Thanks,
Wayne aka WAMBO

 

[Buldog]

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WAMBO, email replied.

Thanks

 

[jeffersonv]

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I nearly canceled my order for the type 2 mags because the report was they would not work in my FN SPR with CDI bottom metal.
Chris said he would send them anyways. I thought I would end up returning them.
I am happy to report they work without a hitch.
I had to open up the feed lips just a little. That's all I had to do.
Worked flawlessly.
They seem a bit beefier than the AICS but I won't be able to load my Bergers as long. They are a little shorter.
This rifle is a 6.5 Creedmoor.

Anyways, I'm happy with my Alpha mags.

 

[jeffersonv]

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FWIW.

Still checking my new mags.
Another difference I notice is they are quieter than the AICS mags.
The AICS will carry a tone kind of like a pitch fork when you thump it where the Alpha mag doesn't do that and seems like it would be much more neutral vibration wise.

 

[Mrs.AKAce]

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I run the Alpha Mags in Savages with CDI, .308 and .260 and so far, Flawless. The AI Mags were just to big for me. Great Job Alpha ! and WOW at the Customer Service and fast shipping. These folks got it going on.

 

[jeffersonv]

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Welcome aboard Mrs.AKAce.
+1 on the service and fast shipping.

 

[Slickrick0999]

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Still no problems with my 2 new generation "Alpha" mags. Have ran several full mags on each of them with no problems.

Great product and customer service to boot. They went out of their way to make sure my mags were GTG.

I will be buying more.

 

[Buldog]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sobrbiker883</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So is that a TypeII that is getting the range use at NCPPRC? Looking forward to trying mine out. </div></div>

Mag out!

Thanks..

 

[Buldog]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Slickrick0999</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Still no problems with my 2 new generation "Alpha" mags. Have ran several full mags on each of them with no problems.

Great product and customer service to boot. They went out of their way to make sure my mags were GTG.

I will be buying more. </div></div>

Thanks Rick!

 

[sobrbiker883]

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I'm really liking the Type II, thanks brother! They seem to run a little better in my rifle than the Type I's did. Once I get me 7-08's DBM swiched out I will be getting more!
Thanks Chris!!

 

[david777]

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Chris,

PM sent.

 

[Juice5610]

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Hey Chris I see that your in Orange County as well would it be possible for me to pick up some mags instead of having to order them?

 

[tfre3927]

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I checked with Customs mate. A bunch of approvals and paperwork needed to bring it in yourself.

For ppl from New South Wales it's pretty straightforward. Use the Police B709 form , send it to the email, the firearms registry send you a stamped certificate/form allowing you to import. If the item is seized at customs they will send you a letter - all you have to do is send the original to the customs address provided and they release it.

I actually ordered a Badger M5 DBM kit and it arrived without the form. I just ordered some of the alpha industries mags so I sent off the form just to be sure.

 

[ranger1183]

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tried buying some of the Alpha 308-WIN Type 2 mags. Not in stock according to checkout. Any idea when they will be back in stock again?

 

[tfre3927]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ranger1183</div><div class="ubbcode-body">tried buying some of the Alpha 308-WIN Type 2 mags. Not in stock according to checkout. Any idea when they will be back in stock again?</div></div>

<span style="text-decoration: line-through">Ranger, you had any response from alpha industries??
I paid my cash and have had no response?</span>

All is well

 

[nfresquez]

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They show in stock now i think the website just wasnt updated right away

 

[Charger442]

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So in this thread we have one yes and one no for the FN SPR with CDI metal. The one who says they WILL work, is it Type I or II?

 

[Mk4]

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Back when these mags first became available, I ordered my Alpha Mag from Jeff @ CDI Precision. Told him that I needed a mag with a COAL minimum of 2.950. What he sent (I'm guessing) is a Type 3 mag for a 300 WSM. I altered the feed lips and it runs just fine. I'm guessing that the Type II runs as is with no modifications for the long-seated .308 rds.?

BTW, I'm running CDI bottom metal on a Winchester 70 and the Alpha Mag fits snug w/o any side to side flop...unlike the 10 rd AI.

 

[spot69221]

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Anyone try these in a factory AIAE?

 

[JFComfort]

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The Type-1's work well in my team mates FN SPR with CDI bottom metal.

http://www.sincityprecision.com/a/Articles/Entries/2011/5/18_Alpha-Industries-Manufacturing.html

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Alpha Industries & Manufacturing started producing high quality magazines for various precision rifle platforms in 2008. These magazines are an excellent alternative to the very costly ones currently on the market. The magazines are well made and function perfectly with a myriad of aftermarket detachable magazines systems as well as many different rifle chassis systems. Alpha Industries & Manufacturing products are made in the USA with direct input from military, law enforcement and competitive shooters. Their commitment to producing the highest quality magazines and close ties with their end users ensures that Alpha Industries will remain an industry leader.

We have been using Alpha Industry magazines since the first generation “MORTA” magazine was available. We have found the magazines to be reliable, durable and most of all a very reasonable alternative to AI magazines. Chris at Alpha Industries & Manufacturing hasn’t rested on his laurels, since the release of the MORTA magazine he has continued to refine the design until it was incredibly reliable with all AICS compatible magazine bottom-metal and chassis systems. He is even expanding his line to include .338, .408 and WSM magazines.
</div></div>

 

[TheTrauma]

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Anyone know if these will work in a Seekins gen 2 .308 short action?

 

[TheTrauma]

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I thought more would have tried it.

 

[kytrapper]

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what is the status on the LA mag? and will it work with the XLR chasis.....Thank You

 

[Colt250]

I'm assuming with nearly the same dimensions the 300 saum should feed ok out of the wsm alpha mag. Anyone have any experience using them for this. Also the alphas should be compatible with any bottom metal that accepts aics mags correct?