Marking Metal Magazines

[revchuck38]

I want to number my metal magazines so I can keep track of them. I have both narrow- and broad-tipped white oil-base paint pens plus a label maker. I’ve seen Glock mags marked on the side with paint pens but I’m guessing that’s not an option on smooth metal mags. The mags are for PX4s, M&Ps, Walther P99Cs, and CZ-75s.

Where should I mark them? Paint or label? Thanks!

[JAD]

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Why screw around?

[LOKNLOD]

I've had good luck labeling mags on the baseplate with metallic silver sharpies. It holds up pretty well.

[Amp]

I use a Sharpie pen and reapply as needed.

[EricP]

I've had good luck labeling mags on the baseplate with metallic silver sharpies. It holds up pretty well.

This is my method as well.

If you need something more permanent, you could use an electric pencil (etching tool, tattoo gun style or rotary burr). You can go over the marking with paint pen and wipe off the excess for better visibility.

[ViniVidivici]

I use a Sharpie pen and reapply as needed.

Same here. On the side, and the base.

[PX4 Storm Tracker]

On mags that are used to carry for self-defense these markings will usually go a few years before they need to be redarkened. For range mags that get used, dropped and beaten up a lot they can easily go a year before they need to be remarked. They fade, but they do not go away. Acetone will take the markings off if you have a slip of the pen or change your mind.

[KevH]

I use an oil based fine marker pen. I label the baseplate and the side of the metal/polymer mag. Been doing it for years and I just reapply as needed.

[guymontag]

Soldering iron or wood burner is the answer. I do a “dot” system on the baseplate, it lasts longer than any paint or sharpie, it’s the most resistant to chemicals - obviously - and no confusion with other’s mags. It’s a “cleaner” look as well but not so sure if it looks as good on social media. Plus you use it to stipple your other gear or most importantly use it for hobbies with the kids.

[Hot Sauce]

Assuming a polymer baseplate, krylon fusion spray paint and some number stencils work.