Magazine Base Pad for 10-Round BHP Magazine and Apex Magwell

If you’ve added a low-profile magwell to your Springfield SA-35 or Browning Hi-Power, you know that standard base pads can leave a gap or make reloads feel a little sloppy. This magazine base pad is made specifically to work with the low-profile magwell on those pistols, giving you a clean, flush fit at the bottom of the grip. It replaces the factory pad on your Mec-Gar 10-round magazines, and it’s a simple drop-in swap — no filing or fitting required.

Will This Fit My Gun?

• Springfield Armory SA-35 (all variants)
• Browning Hi-Power (all variants, using 10-round Mec-Gar magazines)
• Designed specifically for use with the low-profile magwell
• Direct replacement for the factory base pad on Mec-Gar 10-round magazines
• Does not increase magazine capacity — stays at 10 rounds

Key Features

• Flared base prevents over-insertion of the magazine into the magwell
• Scalloped cuts on each side give you a positive grip for pulling the magazine free
• Two material options: machined aluminum (anodized black with laser-engraved logo) or 3D-printed carbon fiber-filled polymer (available in black, red, blue, green, and purple)
• 100% made in the USA (Phoenix, AZ)

Install Difficulty: 1 out of 5

This is about as easy as it gets. You’ll need a small punch or a paperclip to depress the magazine spring retainer, then slide the old pad off and the new one on. No tools beyond that. If you’ve ever swapped a base pad on any magazine, you can do this one in under two minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work with factory 13-round Hi-Power magazines?

No, this pad is designed specifically for the Mec-Gar 10-round magazines. It will not fit standard 13-round factory magazines.

Does this add any extra capacity?

No. This pad does not increase magazine capacity. It’s strictly for compatibility with the low-profile magwell and for easier magazine removal.

Is the 3D-printed polymer as durable as the aluminum?

Both are very durable. The aluminum is machined from billet and anodized — it’s rock-solid. The carbon fiber-filled polymer is lightweight and tough, and it won’t mar your magwell finish. Pick whichever matches your build or your budget.

Shipping & Warranty: We ship from our shop in Phoenix, AZ, usually within one business day. This base pad is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. If you have any issues, just give us a call — we’re a family shop and we stand behind what we sell.