I had a technical question about the conversion from 44 to 50ae. After I putting the 50 caliber Barrel on the gun, the 50 caliber magazine will not slide all the way up into the Magwell. It appears to be getting caught on the left side of the slide catch assembly.
Help.
Michael P.

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I had a technical question about the conversion from 44 to 50ae.  After I putting the 50 caliber Barrel on the gun, the 50 caliber magazine will not slide all the way up into the Magwell. It appears to be getting caught on the left side of the slide catch assembly.
Help.
Michael P.

Steve P. · Answer

Hi Michael, I believe this is normal until it gets broken in some. I have had the same issue with my glocks. I'll look more into it though

Steve P. · Answer

Ok watch this video he is stating that you need a 50ae Malgalzine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1_ERm1446I are you trying to use the 44 magazine?

Steve P. · Answer

another video. This guy states you need to run a few rounds through it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUONOU9LDMo

James G. · Answer

You can try firing a few rounds  to see if it breaks in. If not, you should contact Magnum research Customer Service to advise a resolution at Customer service: 1 (508) 635-4273

Randy I. · Answer

appears to be normal until broken in. Try pressing the release button while inserting the mag

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I had a technical question about the conversion from 44 to 50ae. After I putting the 50 caliber Barrel on the gun, the 50 caliber magazine will not slide all the way up into the Magwell. It appears to be getting caught on the left side of the slide catch assembly. Help. Michael P.