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how can you tell the difference between a 10 round .223 mag and a 10 round 7.62x39 mag? — 2 Answers

by Don, from CA, United States Asked on December 8, 2018

Name Duramag 7.62x39mm Stainless Steel 5 Round Rifle Magazine (4.8)
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Answered by Jonathan D., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on April 03, 2019

It has a different follower, you can also use tape/paint/etc. to mark it to make it easily identifiable.

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Answered by Gunner Dan, member, from MT, United States, on April 05, 2019

The 7.62x39 magazine of 20 rds and up, have a distinct curve in the shape of the magazine body. This compensates for the fat shape and shoulder of that caliber ammo.

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