MAGAZINE, 1911, .45 ACP, COMPACT, 8 ROUND, LO-PROFILE OM STEEL BASE PAD
The Wilson Combat® .45 ACP 8-round magazine for compact and officer-size 1911s delivers reliable feeding, long-lasting durability, and a low-profile steel base pad for comfortable concealed carry or daily training.
Built to Wilson Combat’s exacting standards, this Compact .45 ACP 8‑round magazine features a precision‑formed stainless steel tube, high‑tensile spring, and a low‑profile OM steel base pad that reduces printing while adding durability. The compact design allows comfortable carry without sacrificing reliable feeding or positive slide lock. Tested for consistent round presentation and drop‑free operation, this magazine is a dependable upgrade for compact 1911 owners who demand professional‑grade performance.
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 8 rounds
- 1911 Size: Compact
- Increases reliability in all 1911 pistols
- Aircraft-grade certified stainless steel tube resists corrosion
- Thickest tube wall in the industry at .025"
- Tubes are heat-treated for maximum durability and service life
- Fiber-infused nylon follower provides smooth round feeding
- Maximum tensile strength heavy-duty spring for long service life, enhanced feeding, and positive slide stop operation
- Removable .170" low-profile steel base pad for easy maintenance
- No other magazine on the market can compare for proven inherent reliability, durability, and the ability to remain loaded for long periods of time without damage
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this 8-round magazine fit my compact 1911?
This compact 8-round magazine is designed for Compact and Officer 1911 pistols chambered in .45 ACP and will fit most models built to standard compact dimensions.
What does the Lo-Profile OM steel base pad do?
The low-profile OM steel base pad reduces printing for concealed carry, provides added durability over polymer pads, and makes magazine handling easier.
Can this magazine handle +P or defensive loads?
Yes. Wilson Combat magazines are tested to feed a wide range of ammunition types, including +P and hollow-point defensive rounds.
Is the magazine stainless steel?
Yes. The magazine tube and base pad are constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for long service life.
How many rounds does this magazine hold?
This compact 1911 magazine holds 8 rounds of .45 ACP.
| Firearm Type | Handgun |
|---|---|
| Magazine Type | 1911 Single Stack |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Handgun Type | 1911 Compact, 1911 Officer, 1911 Commander Compact |
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Manufacturer | Wilson Combat |
Full Size Magazines / Grips
- "Full size" denotes the traditional USGI 1911 frame size. Most 1911 pistols use full size magazines, such as Government length 5.0 inch and Commander length 4.25 inch 1911 pistols.
- Full size grips have a measurement of 3.0625" of center-to-center between the grip screws.
- These pistols will use full size magazines and full size grips.
Compact Magazines / Grips
- "Compact" denotes a smaller frame, such as most Officer's length 4.0 inch 1911 pistols.
- Compact grips have a measurement of 2.6875" from center to center between the grip screws.
- These pistols will use compact magazines and compact grips.
Please note that many other 1911's exist that take neither full size nor compact magazines, but instead must use proprietary magazines from their manufacturer. Some examples include the our Wilson Combat Sentinel models, the Springfield Armory EMP series pistols and the Kimber Micro series pistols.
If in doubt, please do not hesitate to contact us.
For our 1911 magazine frequently asked questions, please visit the 1911 Magazines section of our handgun FAQ page.
To view our base pad guide, please click here.
For disassembly and maintenance instructions, please click here.
Lifetime Satisfaction Policy: Our magazine tubes have a lifetime satisfaction policy. Wilson Combat will replace any magazine tube that spreads, cracks or becomes unusable during normal use. Wilson Combat magazine springs and followers are considered consumable items and may require replacing after extensive use. Polymer baseplates can break if you drop a loaded magazine on a hard surface. We recommend metal baseplates for hard use.
Ultimately it is your duty to understand all laws in effect for your location. Wilson Combat will do its best to abide by all current laws in regard to preventing sales and shipping of magazines to locations where we know they are prohibited by law.
NOTE: We will replace any non-compliant magazines for your city/state with compliant magazines on all firearms shipments to your FFL.
Please visit our Shipping Restrictions page to see the full list of rules that we must apply to the sale and shipment of magazines to various locations.
Some magazines may be subject to controls on export by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) under the Commerce Control List (CCL), or other regulations. Compliance with all regulations and requirements is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.