I have several of the Mec-gar magazines. I took my 1971 Mauser Parabellum in 9mm out the other day to shoot. Two of the mags were the nickel finish with the steel follower, the other 2 were nickel finish with the plastic follower. All rounds fed flawlessly thru all four magazines.
The last four mags that I bought had the plastic follower and I was somewhat disappointed to say the least. I am glad I finally fired some rounds with them and my doubts were not justified...............