Haenel Magazine Design

Steve D · 11-26-2011, 01:13 PM

Much has been written about the Haenel magazine, but I have yet to see an author or researcher address the reason why the front of this distinctive magazine hangs out of the pistol.

Does anyone have an idea why after more than 40 years of Luger production, Hugo Schmeisser and Haenel changed the basic look of the magazine? Was it necessary to make the new spring fit square with the rounds and still retain the original capacity?

I suppose war time expediency trumps any design elegance.

11-26-2011, 01:13 PM	#1
Steve D User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 23 Thanks: 7 Thanked 6 Times in 3 Posts	Haenel Magazine Design Much has been written about the Haenel magazine, but I have yet to see an author or researcher address the reason why the front of this distinctive magazine hangs out of the pistol. Does anyone have an idea why after more than 40 years of Luger production, Hugo Schmeisser and Haenel changed the basic look of the magazine? Was it necessary to make the new spring fit square with the rounds and still retain the original capacity? I suppose war time expediency trumps any design elegance. Attached Thumbnails