Speedloader for Ruger Mark III (and probably all others)
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 10:08 pm
I made a couple of magazine speedloaders for my Mark III. I had some scrap 1/8 inch Plexiglass that was almost already a good size, and decided to try something similar to ones I've seen manufactured.
Basically just a 1 3/4 X 2 1/2 inch rectangle, with a 1 1/16 X 3/8 inch slot in the center. A piece of 2 inch masking tape on one side is good to mark your layout. The measurements aren't critical, if you go a little larger it will still work good.
I hacksawed and filed the rectangle. Started the slot with three 1/4 holes and turned them into a slot with a 1/4" round file, and a six inch flat file. Round the rectangle corners, and the corners of the slot. I buffed the whole works after with some green Scotchbrite, to smooth the edges, and dull the clear. I thought leaving it really clear might make it harder to find if dropped.
Making two took me about three hours.
To use it, slip it on the top of the magazine, and put the bottom of the mag in your other palm. Push the speedloader all the way down, and grab it with your other fingers. Then just drop your ammo in, and let go.
I thought it might be kind of rough on the bluing, but I can't see any harm after loading two magazines about 15 times each. Just be sure your slot is smooth.
I would guess any kind of tough, stiff plastic would do. Wood could work, too, but probably not last very long.
One made my recent range trip much nicer. No more sore thumb!!
Basically just a 1 3/4 X 2 1/2 inch rectangle, with a 1 1/16 X 3/8 inch slot in the center. A piece of 2 inch masking tape on one side is good to mark your layout. The measurements aren't critical, if you go a little larger it will still work good.
I hacksawed and filed the rectangle. Started the slot with three 1/4 holes and turned them into a slot with a 1/4" round file, and a six inch flat file. Round the rectangle corners, and the corners of the slot. I buffed the whole works after with some green Scotchbrite, to smooth the edges, and dull the clear. I thought leaving it really clear might make it harder to find if dropped.
Making two took me about three hours.
To use it, slip it on the top of the magazine, and put the bottom of the mag in your other palm. Push the speedloader all the way down, and grab it with your other fingers. Then just drop your ammo in, and let go.
I thought it might be kind of rough on the bluing, but I can't see any harm after loading two magazines about 15 times each. Just be sure your slot is smooth.
I would guess any kind of tough, stiff plastic would do. Wood could work, too, but probably not last very long.
One made my recent range trip much nicer. No more sore thumb!!