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Covered by multiple US Patents.
The Gen2 Magwell
The ultimate magwell for the 1911 pistol.
The Gen2 again breaks new ground in magwell design. It is the first and only magwell integrated with the mainspring housing, that adds no length or width to the original dimensions of the pistol. It delivers all the features and functionality of the original Chen Magwell, with significantly simplified installation. Multiple US patents have been filed by Stan Chen Custom/Legacy Custom Products Inc. to protect the related intellectual property.
Elegant form, Simplified installation
The Gen2 is machined as one piece, integral with the Mainspring Housing. It is attached to the pistol frame via the Mainspring Housing Pin, which is relocated from its original position.
Installation is greatly simplified over the Gen1. No welding is required. This pistol is merely shortened, a new hole is drilled through both the pistol frame and magwell in one setup for a perfect fit, and minor final blending is performed.
The Gen2 Magwell utilizes a compact mainspring, in lieu of a standard 1911 mainspring. It is an industry standard “Officers” or “compact” size mainspring, which has been proven to be completely reliable in independent testing, engineering analysis and over 30 years of use in numerous 1911 pistol models in the industry.
The Chen Magwell Gen2 comes contoured, blended, and dehorned throughout the part which further increases its utility and simplifies installation. The rear curve matches GI pattern grips. A generous roundbutt is machined into the part itself, enhancing shooting and carry comfort.
Adds no length or width to pistol. Largest funnel possible for speed reloads. Allows stuck mag to be stripped from pistol.
As of 2022, we do NOT send MSH internals with Gen2 Magwell orders.
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- Features:
- Elegant form, simplified installation. First and only magwell integrated with the mainspring housing, that adds NO length or width to the original dimension of the pistol.
19 Reviews
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The best one piece Magwell
Having tried a few different products - 1 piece and 2 piece magwells from other makers/producers - I can honestly say I am seriously impressed with Chen Magwell products, both Gen 1 and Gen 2. The Gen 2 magwell is 1 piece, it requires no soldering like the Gen 1, and the relocated MSH retaining pin hole allows for the mouth of the magwell to be as large as it can while the magwell doesn't increase the profile of the grip at all. The fact that the frame is shortened for this magwell is a great thing, especially if you already have GI type magazines on hand (with welded flat base plates). Overall, this product is easy to install and comes with excellent directions.
