The Wilson Combat® 1911 Elite Tactical Heavy Duty/+P.45 ACP 8-Round Magazine with Lo-Profile Base Pad is a performance-enhanced aftermarket 1911 magazine created to deliver consistent, jam-free operation in virtually any environment. It is designed specifically for competition and tactical shooting environments. An innovative multi-step tumbling and finishing technique is used to make this 1911 magazine, resulting in incredibly smooth operation and insertion into the weapon. The fiber-filled, self-lubricating nylon follower, MAX steel flatwire spring, and ETM feed lips offer smooth and reliable feeding performance with a positive last-round slide lock for increased safety, while factory-machined observation slots make for simple visual round counts. Additionally, the detachable polymer floor plate makes cleaning and maintenance simple.