Mec-Gar Magazines Falling out of Swiss Model 1929 and Mauser Parabellum Model 29/70

[Randall_G]

Thanks G.T.

Fortunately, I have magazine combinations that work in both Lugers. I have OEM Swiss magazines that operate properly in the Model 1929. And at least one Mec-Gar magazine works well in the Model 29/70—if it starts acting up, I can run one of my Swiss mags in the 29/70. The Swiss magazine of course costs considerably more than a Mec-Gar, but at least they’re (for now) plentiful. I’ll continue to use the Mec-Gars in the rest of my Lugers.

Speaking of 6” calipers…another oddity I’ve noticed is the OEM Mauser Original magazine doesn’t lock the toggle after the last round fired in the 29/70, but a Mec-Gar magazine does. The Mec-Gar magazine lifts the hold open latch considerably higher, as shown on the attached photos:

IMG_7553: Mauser Original 29/70 magazine in 29/70.

IMG_7564: Mec-Gar magazine in 29/70.

I measured the distance from the bottom of the magazine to the top of the follower button (empty magazine): the distance is about 1 mm greater for the Mec-Gar magazine. Sooo…perhaps another example of the Mec-Gar being designed to accommodate most Lugers?

IMG_7585: Mauser Original 29/70 magazine.
IMG_7587: Mec-Gar magazine.

Enjoying this discussion and really appreciate you taking the time to share your expertise.