[mercman]

How many here number their mags either with painted on numbers or with tape? I've been numbering my mags for many years. My M14 mags I use taped on numbers with makers codes. For my AR15 mags and pistol mags I use either appliance paint or paint markers

I've also reconditioned several mags by installing new followers and springs when they need them. To me mags are a renewable resource.

 

[Dredsen]

OH, you GOT to number your mags....

GOT TO

I just make a mark on the magpul. and then scratch the floor plate I, II, III, IV... etc

 

[XXIV Corps]

I have more mags for my .45's than I do for my M1A's, neither are numbered.

DI5

 

[GrandCherokee]

Just curious. Why number them?

 

[Foxfire32]

Yes I number my mags, not for any particular firearm.
M14 1-11
AR-15 1-14
Sig 1-5

I have several more but not numbered.
I use a paint marker.

If I have a malfunction/s I can keep track if it is the same mag, therefore mag related.
Also helps me to rotate mags so that I know they are functioning well.

 

[TexIndian]

I have never numbered mine but I've been thinking about it for the reasons mentioned. It never fails that I grab the troublesome one out of a pile to take to the range.

 

[Dredsen]

when you have malfunctions its good to know wich mags will be the "go to war mags" and wich to mark "range only"

 

[Philz M1A]

I never used to number my mags, until I was trying to troubleshoot a problem with my SOCOM. The issue was resolved after I sent my gun back to SAI, but before and after I numbered my mags so that I could conduct testing.

None of the mags for my other rifles are numbered.

 

[donker2]

After reading this post I have decided to number my mags... Both of them.

 

[D308FAM]

For competition all mags get numbered. That way, no chance for any surprises when shooting under time and pressure.
Otherwise, I sort mine out (in AR types anyway) by putting some loads in 20's and others in 30's. That way, even in the dark, I can tell by feel what mag has what in it.
With a 14 I think I would just put mag-pulls on one set and nothing on the other to accomplish the same thing.

 

[There and Back Again]

The only folks I know who number their mags are cops... so it makes it easier to ID theirs amongst others in either training scenarios or on-the-job shootings.

 

[Mocos]

I know why and I know what for....in the beginning when I was looking for cost effective mags(cheap) there was a reason to numbering. When I found a abrand of mags that worked 24/7, I loaded up on them and used colored electricians tape to mark tojust identify ownership. The ones that were marginal I use for practicing clearing malfunctions.....or catridge holders for my bolt actions.

 

[nf1e]

No numbers on any of mine. I do keep loaded mags separated in to 50 cal. cans by type of ammo though. 16 loaded mags per can. If a malfuncion occurs that mag is pulled out , rebuilt and tested before going back in the circuit.

 

[Skeet6]

I number mine, but with a big "2" or "8" so I don't screw up during loading for rapid fire in competition. I use a P-Touch labeler, with heavy duty black-on-yellow labels. (I have done this for a few years with my AR mags in competition, and now do the same with the '14 mags.
Mike B

 

[37489]

I number mine with Sharpie marker

I started numbering when I was sorting out malfunctions with no-name mags when I first got my SOCOM. I only buy CMI now but still chose to number them after reading about others here just in case.

 

[Bimmer]

Just curious. Why number them?

Yes I number my mags...

If I have a malfunction/s I can keep track if it is the same mag, therefore mag related.
Also helps me to rotate mags so that I know they are functioning well.

when you have malfunctions its good to know wich mags will be the "go to war mags" and wich to mark "range only"

+1

All of my magazines for all of my guns are numbered.

 

[Ole Silver]

Yep. I have 20 CMI's and they are all numbered.

I have tested them all and some just shoot better than others.

I preload my mags before I go to the range and it makes it easier for me to keep things straight when I am doing load dvelopment. I have notes on what is loaded in each mag and I just number my targets with the mag number & it makes it easier to sort things out later when I sit down to study the targets.

Just a piece of masking tape on the bottom marked with a Sharpie.

Ole Silver

 

[slayer6769]

I've never thought about numbering my mags until reading this thread. It's not a bad idea. It certainly would have saved me some confusion I've had in the past of trying to figure out which one that had malfunctioned on me. Thanks for the idea!!

 

[slayer6769]

I don't know if this will help anyone, but I have some paint markets specifically for marking on steel and other metals. It is a permanent marker. It will not wipe off. You can pick them up at Harbor Frieght, TSC and any welding supply store.

 

[bd111]

Doesn't everybody? Garand clips too.