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1911 Elite Tactical Magazine, .45 ACP, Full-Size, 8 Round, ETM Base Pad |
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The ETM started with a blank sheet of paper and 30+ years of 1911 and 1911 magazine experience. It WILL set a new standard in 1911 magazines while redefining state-of-the-art.
- Increases Reliability in ALL 1911 Pistols
- Aircraft Grade Certified Stainless Steel Tube Resists Corrosion
- The ETM has the Strongest Magazine Tube Yet Developed, Virtually Eliminating Feed Lip Cracking, Tube Spread and Cracking and General Fatigue
- Refined Radius for Each Bend in the Tube to Take Advantage of the Strength in the Stainless Steel
- Proprietary, Custom Designed Welding Process
- Proprietary Multi-Step Tumbling and Finishing Process Provides Smooth Follower Operation and Insertion into the Weapon
- Observation Slots Moved to the Rear of the Tube, Located Exactly Where They Need to be to Maintain the Structural Integrity
- Innovative Follower Design With its Extended Skirt Ensures Stability in Operation and Minimizes Creep from the Tube when the Magazine is Empty
- Fiber-Fill Nylon Self-Lubricating Follower Provides Smooth Round Feeding
- Positive Slide-Lock After the Last Round has been Fired
- Space-Age Stainless Steel Spring Wire is Phenomenal for Spring Life
- The ETM Seats and Locks in the Weapon with the Slide Down
- Removable Base Pad for Easy Maintenance and Versatility with Different Base Pad Options
- The Quality Control Behind the ETM Promises a Lifetime of Smooth and Reliable Operation
- No-Risk Service Policy - If It Breaks from Normal Use, We Replace It!
Wilson CombatŪ, with a firmly established reputation for outstanding quality, the highest reliability, and superb service both before and after the sale has built hundreds of thousands of 1911 single-stack magazines. We get a lot of feedback about magazines, and magazine performance - and we listen. Our magazines have undergone 3 design and/or material changes, each carefully evaluated and proven before they were released to the market. The result of our latest effort is a completely redesigned magazine with the features we've heard you ask for.
THE WILSON COMBATŪ ELITE TACTICAL MAGAZINE
The ETM started with a blank sheet of paper and 30+ years of 1911 and 1911 magazine experience. It WILL set a new standard in 1911 magazines while redefining state-of-the-art. We've blended the latest improvements in manufacturing and materials technology with our own real-world shooting experience to provide quality, quality, and more quality. From material selection to manufacturing process to final testing - this magazine is built like your life, and ours, depended on it, as someday it may. No compromises, just stone-cold reliability you can depend on. The ETM is primarily a combat magazine, but if you're a competition shooter, you just may gain that critical advantage that will move you past the competition.
The real world for a combat pistol isn't always in a dry, protected environment. So we built the ETM to be impervious to the elements. Every component is manufactured from either a high-grade stainless steel or super tough nylon. We worried about grime and corrosion when we designed the ETM, so you will never have to.
The ETM has the strongest magazine tube yet developed, virtually eliminating feed lip cracking, tube spread and cracking, and general fatigue, - some of the most common manufacturing and/or age-related defects in other magazines. The engineers working on the ETM have a combined 110+ years of firearms experience - the ETM is a showcase of their knowledge. They refined the radius for each bend in the tube to take advantage of the strength in the stainless steel they selected - and then devised a manufacturing process to provide the tight tolerances required to make those exact radius bends. The observation slots, moved to the rear of the tube, are located exactly where they need to be to maintain the structural integrity of the tube for years and years of use. After extensive testing we selected a grade and thickness of stainless steel optimized to provide superior stiffness without brittleness. No matter how many times you empty this magazine through your pistol, you can be assured the engineering expertise, design, material selection, manufacturing, and the quality control behind the ETM promises a lifetime of smooth and reliable operation.
ETM tubes are manufactured with a proprietary, custom designed welding process followed by a proprietary multi-step tumbling and finishing process. The internal and external finish, critical to smooth follower operation and insertion into the weapon, are the result of selecting the proper media and media-sequence in the tumbling and finishing process. We expended a lot of engineering time and expertise in developing the finishing process; when you get your hands on an ETM you'll be able to see and feel for yourself, we think you will agree it was time well spent.
The improvements made to the ETM's follower and base pad have not previously been seen in a pistol magazine. This design combines advanced manufacturing technology with absolutely precise dimension control, assuring positive slide-lock after the last round has been fired. The innovative follower design with its extended skirt ensures stability in operation and minimizes creep from the tube when the magazine is empty. Super tough nylon was selected as the optimum material for the new ETM follower due to its proven durability and slick surface finish. This slick finish and the super smooth internal finish of the magazine tube result in the smoothest follower operation possible. Experienced shooters will notice this ultra-smooth performance when loading and firing.
We've found a space-age stainless steel spring wire that is phenomenal for spring life. Have you ever worried about leaving your fully-loaded magazines for long periods of time? This spring, designed exclusively for our new ETM, will do its job longer than the cartridges will remain suitable for combat use. Another factor in spring life is the degree of compression when the magazine is loaded. Our engineers designed the ETM's base pad to allow a longer tube. Although the ETM is not appreciably longer than a typical magazine, it has more space for the spring to work without complete compression or excessive stress on the spring.
The ETM seats and locks in the weapon with the slide down - fully loaded.
The ETM's new almost indestructible base pad provides a sure grip when pulling a magazine from a pistol or a tight pouch - especially in a combat or competitive situation when seconds count in reloading. If you have ever been in the rain, trying to get a traditional magazine from a wet, tight pouch, you'll really appreciate this feature - and it might save your life.
Developing a cutting edge product always has one downside, your competition WILL copy some of its unique features. We delivered our first magazine over 27 years ago, and others have copied our designs ever since. But no one, anywhere, has ever copied what is arguably our best feature; the feature that has a huge benefit for you. You can't see it in a photograph and it doesn't improve the function of the magazine. We call it the Wilson Combat Lifetime Satisfaction Policy. You get one with every Wilson Combat Product you buy, and it should be a major factor in your decision to purchase. Since 1977, Wilson CombatŪ has been standing behind our products and services unequivocally. If your Wilson CombatŪ magazine doesn't perform as it's designed to, return it to us and we'll fix it or replace it - with no expense to you just like we have been doing since 1977. We've worked hard to build the finest track record for customer satisfaction and service of any firearms company in the world. We're proud of our satisfy-every-customer history, and we will continue to do whatever it takes to be sure that your purchase from us works as it should work, and works that way from now on. The ETM is so good, you'll probably never find a reason to test our satisfaction policy, but rest assured, if you do, we will be here as we have been since 1977 to take care of you. Buy an ETM today, and depend on it for a lifetime of service.
Try the new ETM - and discover for yourself why 1911 experts around the world won't use anything but Wilson CombatŪ magazines.
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Top of the Table!!! |
Date Posted: 4/14/2012 |
| With all the reviews it is virtually impossible to add anything new but for years I relied on the 47D without even one problem, such as feeding etc, but I was introduced to the EMT via a phone discussion with John Lahue and the one EMT that came with my new CQB Elite. Indeed it overshadows the 47, not by much but certainly enough to make a difference i.e. smoother spring for cartridge loading, cartridge numbers for Tacktical reloading, etc. Abolutely the top of the table.Great to see you dont rest your laurels on that which you have had for some time that has already proven itself. |
| Dan Boone |
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Incredible quality |
Date Posted: 3/22/2012 |
| I had a Ruger sr1911 jamming on the last round almost constantlty, and a sig scorpion carry the would not feed at all. As a last ditch effort I ordered a couple of your ETMs. Both guns now feed perfectly. I have not had one failure. If I had known your quality was this good, I would have bought the guns from you and saved myself a ton of headaches. |
| - Charles Heintzelman, |
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ETM are perfection |
Date Posted: 3/19/2012 |
| I have been using Wilson mags for a while now. The last 5 mags that I have bought have been Wilson Elite Tactical Mags. They run flawlessly and are nicely marked with on the side with the number of rounds in your mag.
They feed flawlessly which is absolutely imperative for a 1911 whether it be competition or for concealed carry. Thank you WC for making excellent, high-end products! You are making customers for life. |
| - Eric Wilson, |
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ETM Review |
Date Posted: 2/5/2012 |
| Awesome as all Wilson Products are. |
| - AJ Saunders, |
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Best 1911 mag on the market! |
Date Posted: 1/31/2012 |
| I have continually had problems with Sig and Kimber mags but when I switch to these Wilson Mags, the problems seem to go away immediately. A day at the range with no 1911 magaizine issues; Priceless!! |
| - Tom L, |
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Great Mags! |
Date Posted: 1/26/2012 |
| They fixed all the issues my 1911 had. Just buy them, you wont regret it. |
| - Matt, |
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The absolute best magazines money can buy. |
Date Posted: 1/18/2012 |
| I had problems with a kimber pro carry II loading the last round from my kimber and colt magazines. I purchased a pair of these hoping to solve the problem. Absolutely without a doubt perfectection. These clips fixed my problem 100%. From now on, i will only buy wilson combat clips. They load and unload so smooth compared to the wobbly colt and kimber mags. When it comes down to putting your life on the line, you had better believe that these wilson combat clips will do the job every single time. I have never posted a review on anything, ever, but this product made me want to tell everybody how awesome these things are. Thanks wilson!!!!!! |
| - Concealedcarry Fireman, |
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Doesnt get any better |
Date Posted: 12/22/2011 |
| My dad recently got me the best Christmas gift ever....a Wilson CQB ordered from George!!! I couldnt afford to get him one as well so I thought Id get him some ETM magazines for his Kimber. He absolutely loves them. He went from an average of 3 to 5 FTFs every range outing to none with these magazines : Gotta love Wilson |
| - Matthew Lopez, |
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Must have magazines for any 1911 |
Date Posted: 10/8/2011 |
| I brought a sig 1911 and it came with two magazines. However, I was more often than not getting a FTF on the first round with the standard Mags. Order WC ETM Mags and I have not had any FTFs while preforming function checks of the ETM Mags with my ammo. Extremely happy with the ETM Mags and if you have a 1911 you should have WC Mags running through it. Worth the money!! |
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Strong mags |
Date Posted: 9/20/2011 |
| I now have two of these magazines and love them. I use them in both my Remington and Kimber 1911 and have never had a problem. They are much stronger than any of the mags that came with either gun. I have dropped them multiple times and even stepped on one and they both still work flawlessly. I would suggest these to anyone! |
| - Stephen, |
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One small problem |
Date Posted: 9/6/2011 |
| Ill start off by saying WC mags are the best. I recently encountered a problem with the ETM though. I run Wilson Combat speed chutes on all my 1911s. The base pad of the ETM contacts the mag well before the mag seats. I really have to slam them home to seat properly. I was able to trim a little material from each of the raised sides, thus eliminating the contact with the mag well. Not a huge problem... |
| - J B, |
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Killer |
Date Posted: 8/27/2011 |
| These came with my new CQB Elite, and after using them I ended up buying them for every full-size 1911 I have. These mags like the Wilson guns themselves are leaps and bounds above everything else. |
| - Jesus, |
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Superb 1911 magazine |
Date Posted: 7/21/2011 |
| When only the best will do, the ETM magazine is the perfect choice. I run these mags exclusively in all my full size 1911s. I had one gun in particular that was having issues with feeding, and I switched to these mags and my feeding issues disappeared. In this economy, everyone may not be able to afford a full custom 1911, but what you can do is unlock the full potential of your gun by utilizing superior parts from wilson combat. These ETM mags are easy to load, solid and reliable function, slick finish, and look good! |
| - Jon Flores, |
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Superb 1911 magazine |
Date Posted: 7/21/2011 |
| When only the best will do, the ETM magazine is the perfect choice. I run these mags exclusively in all my full size 1911s. I had one gun in particular that was having issues with feeding, and I switched to these mags and my feeding issues disappeared. In this economy, everyone may not be able to afford a full custom 1911, but what you can do is unlock the full potential of your gun by utilizing superior parts from wilson combat. These ETM mags are easy to load, solid and reliable function, slick finish, and look good! |
| - Jon Flores, |
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The perfect magazine |
Date Posted: 7/12/2011 |
| The ETM is the perfect magazine; they load easy, insert easy when in full battery, always drop free, never fail to lock back on the last round, and they run flawlessly in all my guns. I have 8 1911s of various different manufacturers, and the ETM magazines run 100% in them all. Wilson Combat mags are all that I will run anymore; either the ETMs, or 47Ds. I have 7 ETMs, and 5 47Ds you can never have too many. I recommend them to everybody that asks about magazines as they are simply the best. I think a lot of people skimp when it comes to magazines in the 1911 platform and then complain when it is not reliable; if they would just get Wilsons they would see just how great the 1911 can be. |
| - Steve Force, |
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Good stuff |
Date Posted: 7/6/2011 |
| picked up a pair of these the other day. high quality stuff. |
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Philippine shooter |
Date Posted: 6/22/2011 |
| Hello Sir, I just got the 3 500s that Ive purchased here. Im located here in the Philippines. Awesome stuff! thank you! |
| Topz |
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Wonderful |
Date Posted: 5/1/2011 |
| I recently bought a Kimber Custom II and have been using the factory 7 rd. mag, KimPro 8 rd., and Wilson Elite Tactical 8 rd. Between the three I have put 600+ rounds through the gun and have experienced no failures of any kind with the ETM. Excellent cycling and last shot hold back, zero problems. The other magazines have been almost perfect, but the ETM has been 100% flawless. Even after accidentally dropping the mag in the sand while shooting at the gravel pit the magazine continued to run 100%. I would recommend this to any 1911 shooter. |
| - Russ Commers, |
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Excellent Magazine |
Date Posted: 4/14/2011 |
| Excellent magazine, works really great on my Loaded 1911-A1 without any malfunction at all. this is what I use on my daily concealed carry weapon. dependable and reliable.. I trust my life with this magazine. I highly recommend this. |
| - Aron Monta, |
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A solid, reliable magazine |
Date Posted: 4/14/2011 |
| I have run Wilson 47D magazines in my various 1911s over the last few years. I have never had a problem with any of the eight I own. The only minor complaint I had was that there was a little bit of resistance when inserting a full magazine when the slide was in battery. This was a small issue and only resulted in me developing the habit to slam the magazine in place a little harder when reloading.
Approximately one month ago I purchased two Wilson Combat ETM Magazines. My initial impression was that these were very nice in the fit and finish department. The mag body is well constructed with no burs or rough spots. The base pad is easily removed and appear very durable. There was no noticeable wear after taking the base pad on and off. The follower slides smoothly within the magazine body.
My next test was to load it with non firing training rounds .45 ACP. The rounds loaded easily and there was more noticeable give in the top round when the magazine was fully loaded. I racked the dummy rounds through a Springfield TRP and the rounds fed flawlessly. I practiced speed reloads in dry fire and the mags were noticeably easier to insert when the slide was in battery than the 47Ds.
Next up was to take them to the range. I fired approximately 300 rounds through the two magazines. I used a Springfield TRP and a Kimber Custom II. I had no issues at all. The rounds fed smoothly and reliably. My reloads were noticeably faster now that I do not have to slam the full magazine when the firearm is in battery.
I will fire at least another 300 rounds through these magazines over the next week. If they continue to be reliable, which I have no reason to think they will not, I will use these as my carry magazines when my Wilson Combat CQB arrives. |
| - Brooks Laughlin, |
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Simply outstanding magazine! |
Date Posted: 3/21/2011 |
| I have had experience with many brands of magazines over the years, and none can compare with the consistent reliability of the Wilson Combat ETM. Easy to load, smooth insertion and quick removal, the ETM has provided me with flawless performance. Using several types and brands of ammo from hollow point to wad cutter - not a single misfire or failure to load. The high quality material marks a magazine that I would and do stake my life on daily. I most strongly recommend the Wilson Combat ETM to anyone. |
| - Mark, |
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Perfect! |
Date Posted: 3/8/2011 |
| Bought the 500 ETM at a LGS on the advice of the tech. He was right on target. This product does exactly what its supposed to. Flawless from day one! Thanks for making such a great magazine. |
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I didnt think anybody could would make a magazine of this quality |
Date Posted: 2/24/2011 |
| I was really excited when I got this magazine! I thought the mag my 1911 came with was great until comparing it with this one. i love how light yet sturdy it feels. it doesnt let the round rattle either like my old ones. I am having a little trouble loading it into my gun when the slide is closed, but the papers that came with it told me exactly how to fix it! thank you wilson combat! |
| Nick |
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Superior mags, heart of a 1911 |
Date Posted: 2/12/2011 |
| After experiencing the 47d magazines, I doubted 1911 mags could get any better. However, with the ETMs you get a more solid base pad for both protection upon drops and grip purchase for mag changes. Also, it seems that the spring and follower design are enhanced to ease loading a fully loaded magazine into a +1 chamber. An added bonus is the fuller base pad being easier to seat under stress into a 1911 with a magwell. All around a superior magazine and more than enough to trust your life with. |
| - Chris, |
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Trust this with my life |
Date Posted: 1/22/2011 |
| The construction is perfect, as is its operation. I carry this in the Kimber, and two 10-round Wilson Combat magazines in a separate holster. LOVE the followers - they simply inspire confidence. All of these magazines work perfectly every time. I entrust my life on these magazines but definitely cannot say the same about the other manufacturers 1911 magazines. |
| - John L, |
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Flawless Magazine |
Date Posted: 1/17/2011 |
| Used 4 of these magazines to fire 800 rounds over a course of a 4 day pistol training course. Not a single malfunction. Magazines were cleanly ejecting from the firearm. One of the most useful features was having numbers on the bottom of the magazine to mark. This allowed me to keep track of my magazines. Some of the magazines were required to be dropped on the floor. I designated 2 magazines for this task and did not have to start destroying all 4. |
| - Igor, |
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Awesome Magazines |
Date Posted: 1/11/2011 |
| I have several of these magazines, they operate flawlessly. They are truly an 8 round mag, and there is an unmistakable difference when comparing them to someone elses modified 7 round mag. I have kept several of them loaded now for a couple years and the springs still function perfectly to the last round without problems. Undoubtedly the best 1911 magazines Ive ever used. |
| - Larry Gallant, |
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This is a Great Magazine |
Date Posted: 12/29/2010 |
| I wrote to Wilson Combat asking if this Mag would fit my Springfield 1911-A1 and didnt receive a response so I took a chance and went and bought one. Magazine is a dream come true, works great in my gun sits nicely in mag well. and I couldnt be happier |
| - Jake, |
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ETM Magazine - The best magazine made |
Date Posted: 12/21/2010 |
| I have owned almost every brand of 1911 magazine made. I bought the ETM to see if it was as good as I heard it was. This is the best magazine made. It inserts easily with the slide closed. Reloads during competition are flawless due to the ease with which the magazine seats. It drops when the magazine release is pushed. My gun runs flawlessly with this magazine. It is very easy to disassemble and put back together. I now own 10 of these works of art. |
| - ted reed, |
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Quality Mag |
Date Posted: 11/1/2010 |
| Nice to finally find a true 8-round .45 mag instead of hybridized 7-rounders. Ive been giving three ETMs a hard workout. They are as smooth as the day I bought them. Thanks for an innovative product! |
| - Tracy Gruber, |
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The best there is |
Date Posted: 8/19/2010 |
| Dont even need to say much here. The ETM is by a wide margin the best 1911 magazine on the market today. Tough as nails and feeds 100% of the time. I use them on all my .45s and wont go back. Even my Colt and Kimber mags have Wilson followers and springs. |
| - Kyle H, |
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500 etm magazine |
Date Posted: 6/11/2010 |
| To MR. Wilson, just wanted to let you know that i received the 2 500 45 mags you sent. i was very happy with them. much better than the 47d mags i have.the difference is like day and night. i am also glad to see you truly care enough about your customers to read their complaints. so i just wanted to thank you for carring./ thats what makes a bussiness reputable. and as soon as i can sell the 3 47 d mags, i will be ordering more of the 500 etm mags and then some. i have always ordered from your company for years. and will continue to do so in the future. i tell all my friends about your products and customer service. anyway once again, thank you so much for caring./ thats what makes a company unique. |
| - Anthony Vasile, |
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