Avoid this SCAM on 17 Mags

[SgtStrykerUSMC43]

I think what you're referring to as a "Gen1" were prototype (pre-production) units.

The "Gen2", as you call them, is a production FN Herstal magazine - high luster finish (Beligian Mfr)

The "Gen3" is from Wisconsin based D&H Industries which were handed the contract to manufacture magazines by FNH USA and are readily identified by the manganese phosphate surface finish, aside from the cage code. We also know that D&H has been going through growing pains since, and these magazines will vary slightly from the Belgian counterparts. Personally, I'll take the Belgian units over the D&H if given a choice.

Not saying the D&H are junk. I just have a personal preference.

[ZAHALFAL]

I'm with you re FN mags over D&H!

[FullAssault]

I think what you're referring to as a "Gen1" were prototype (pre-production) units.

The "Gen2", as you call them, is a production FN Herstal magazine - high luster finish (Beligian Mfr)

The "Gen3" is from Wisconsin based D&H Industries which were handed the contract to manufacture magazines by FNH USA and are readily identified by the manganese phosphate surface finish, aside from the cage code. We also know that D&H has been going through growing pains since, and these magazines will vary slightly from the Belgian counterparts. Personally, I'll take the Belgian units over the D&H if given a choice.

Not saying the D&H are junk. I just have a personal preference.

The mag that came with my scar has a phos/FDE painted finish but no code. Is it D&H or Belg?

[ZAHALFAL]

FN...probably Gen 2

[SgtStrykerUSMC43]

The mag that came with my scar has a phos/FDE painted finish but no code. Is it D&H or Belg?

D&H. The lack of the cage code just indicates another "whoops" on their part. Belgium would not switch from a process that is proven and working once established unless the customer specifically signs off on a PCR (process change request).

[FullAssault]

Mags

[ZAHALFAL]

The black mag is definitely FN made...the FDE appears to be FN but I can't see the mag slot limiter (nose) clearly.

[djpaintles]

FN and D&H mags side by side:





They came in identical blue and white FN boxes................................dj

[Kyohte]

The magazines arrived today. Here they are.

[joshr502]

I'm glad I saw this thread. I was thinking of purchasing one of his 5 packs off of GunBroker. Now I think I'll wait!