Magazine Collecting

Magazines tell the story of the guns they fed: where they were made, which army carried them, and what they were made of. AK magazines alone come in dozens of countries, colors and capacities.

Magazine collecting basics: markings, material, capacity, condition, pre-ban and color
AK magazines from 10 rounds to a 75 round drum lined up by capacity
AK magazines from the collection
Steel AK magazines next to 7.62x39 ammunition
Steel AK magazines

Where to find them

Gun shows, surplus dealers and estate sales turn up the best finds. Pre-1994 magazines, military markings and odd capacities are worth a second look.

Pistol and rifle magazines laid out next to a handgun
A mixed collection of pistol and rifle magazines

Collect ammo too? See Ammo Buyers Guide.com.