Patent ID: 7958660
Filing Date: 2011-06-14
Classification: F41A

Abstract:
1. An ammunition magazine comprising: a. A hollow casing having a mostly rectangular cross-section and first and second open ends, the casing further comprising a forward rib extending the length of the magazine along a front internal side, said rib further comprising a tab projecting inwardly therefrom, and two guide rails extending a length of the magazine, from the first open end to the second open end and the guide rails situated along side walls of the casing, the guide rails extending at least mostly to the first open end and each presenting an angular cross-section throughout; b. A follower residing within the casing, said follower further comprising: c. A floor plate capable of interfacing the magazine at the second end; and d. A follower spring residing between the follower and floor plate; wherein the tines and the two side fins limit rotation of the follower within the casing and the tab and detent interface in a manner to prevent the follower from exiting the casing through the first end.