Fixing issues with your ar 15 mag release spring

Dealing with a loose or worn-out ar 15 mag release spring is one of those annoying little problems that can easily ruin a perfectly good day at the range. It's a tiny, inexpensive coil of metal, but it's basically the gatekeeper for your rifle's ammunition supply. If it's too weak, your mag might go for a ride on the gravel every time you pull the trigger. If it's too stiff, you're going to be fighting your rifle just to get a fresh magazine seated. ...

April 29, 2026 · 7 min · Photographer Lawrence