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  • TecheTitan

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    I am in the process of purchasing extra magazines for my 1911 that I may use in single stack with USPSA. My question is must I use 8 round mags, or can I use a higher capacity in USPSA? I need to know ASAP if possible. Thanks guys.
     

    BayouSlide

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    Here's what you need to know, right from the current rulebook, Appendix D5:

    "7. Maximum size Handgun and all magazines
    Yes, handgun with empty magazine
    inserted must fit wholly within a box
    with internal dimensions of 8 15/16” x
    6” x 1 5/8” (tolerance +1/16”, -0”)
    (8.938” x 6” x 1.625”) (227.01mm x
    152.40mm x 41.28mm)
    8. Maximum magazine length
    See # 7 above
    9. Maximum ammunition capacity
    Yes, maximum rounds loaded in any
    magazine after the start signal
    -Major Power Factor - 8 rounds
    -Minor Power Factor - 10 rounds"
     
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