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Ar-15/M16 Enhanced Magazine Release Button
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SKU: 100800007
Overview
Built for shooters who want a more deliberate magazine release interface, this enhanced button focuses on control and consistent finger placement during manipulation. The concave V-groove face and horizontal serrations are designed to improve purchase while reducing drag as the finger comes off the control. It is compatible with lower receivers that accept mil-spec magazine release buttons, making it a straightforward upgrade for AR-15/M16 setups. Precision CNC machining from billet 7075-T6 aluminum gives it a refined, purpose-driven feel without adding much beyond a standard mil-spec button.
Why Hunters Choose the Battle Arms Development Inc.
Concave V-groove
Face provides an ergonomic feel
Horizontal Parallel
Serrations help reduce slippage during
Lightweight Skeletonized
Back offsets added height to
Compatible Lower
Lower receivers that accept mil-spec
Precision Cnc
Machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum
Key Features
- Concave V-Groove button face for ergonomic feel and self-centering finger placement.
- Horizontal parallel serrations help reduce slippage during vertical finger pressure.
- Serration layout minimizes drag when retracting the finger horizontally.
- Lightweight skeletonized back offsets added weight from the solid button face.
- Slightly increased height matches the weight of a standard mil-spec magazine release.
- Compatible with lower receivers that accept mil-spec magazine release buttons.
- Precision CNC machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum.
Best Used For
- AR-15/M16 owners wanting a more ergonomic magazine release button for familiar controls.
- Shooters using lower receivers compatible with mil-spec magazine release buttons.
- Users who prefer a concave, self-centering button face for deliberate finger placement.
- Builders looking for a lightweight replacement that closely matches standard mil-spec button weight.
Specifications
| Back Design | Lightweight skeletonized back |
|---|---|
| Button Face | Concave V-Groove |
| Compatibility | All lower receivers that accept mil-spec magazine release buttons |
| Height | Slightly increased height |
| Manufacturing Method | Precision CNC machined |
| Material | Billet 7075-T6 Aluminum |
| Serrations | Horizontal, parallel serrations |
| Weight | Approximately 0.002 lbs |
Pros
- Concave V-Groove face provides an ergonomic feel and helps self-center the index finger.
- Horizontal parallel serrations help reduce slippage during vertical pressure and finger retraction.
- Lightweight skeletonized back offsets added height to match standard mil-spec magazine release weight.
- Compatible with lower receivers that accept mil-spec magazine release buttons.
- Precision CNC machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for lower receivers that accept mil-spec magazine release buttons, so compatibility should be confirmed before purchase.
- The button’s slightly increased height and fully solid face may feel different from a standard mil-spec release, even though the weight is intended to remain close to standard.
- The concave V-groove face and serrations are optimized for finger placement and retraction, which may be a preference-driven change rather than a universal fit for every user.
- Precision CNC machined billet 7075-T6 aluminum is a premium material choice, but the product is a small component focused on ergonomics rather than a broad functional upgrade.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15/M16 standard magazine release buttons
- Enhanced magazine release controls
- Lower receiver small parts kits
- Billet aluminum firearm components
Suggested Accessories
- AR-15 lower receiver components
- Magazine release accessories
- Gun parts installation tools
- Bench mat or parts tray
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the enhanced magazine release button change compared with a standard mil-spec button?
The BAD-EMR uses a concave V-Groove button face, horizontal parallel serrations, and a skeletonized back. The description says it is designed to provide an ergonomic feel and to equal the weight of a standard mil-spec magazine release at approximately 0.002 lbs.
Is this magazine release button compatible with my lower receiver?
It is listed as compatible with all lower receivers that accept mil-spec magazine release buttons.
What material is it made from?
The provided specifications state it is precision CNC machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum.
Does the product description give exact dimensions or weight beyond the comparison to mil-spec?
No exact dimensions are provided. The only weight information given is that it is designed to equal the weight of the standard mil-spec magazine release, approximately 0.002 lbs.
Who makes this part?
The manufacturer listed is Battle Arms Development Inc.