{"id":1102,"date":"2023-05-25T03:49:44","date_gmt":"2023-05-25T03:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=1102"},"modified":"2023-05-25T03:49:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T03:49:44","slug":"review-apex-tactical-sa-35-low-profile-magwell-and-extra-capacity-mags","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=1102","title":{"rendered":"Review: Apex Tactical SA-35 Low-Profile Magwell and Extra-Capacity Mags"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"player-inline-wrapper no-margin-top\">\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe class=\"player-inline\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/829452579?h=fd4fdd3662&amp;api=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"byline\">By <a class=\"byline-author ajax-home\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/author\/jeremy-tremp\/\">Jeremy Tremp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"dropcap\">T<\/span>he <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/sa-35-review-dissecting-springfields-new-pistol\/\"><span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span><\/a> is a faithful yet modern version of the <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/the-story-of-john-brownings-hi-power\/\">historic P35 pistol<\/a> first designed by <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/was-john-moses-browning-overrated\/\">John Moses Browning<\/a>. Much like a 1911, it\u2019s beautifully designed and reliable and stands the test of time in terms of features and capacity. In its stock configuration, it\u2019s accurate, ergonomic, and classic looking. But if you know me by now, I am always looking at ways to enhance my shooting experience with the latest and greatest parts available.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42976\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apex Tactical offers a range of smart upgrades for handguns including this new low-profile magwell for the Springfield Armory\u00a0<span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Apex Tactical, known for its high-quality parts spanning multiple platforms, released a flared magwell and extra-capacity magazines for the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>. I\u2019ll be honest, if there were one thing I thought could have made the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> a slam dunk, it would have been a basepad for the magazine. Well, now my wish has been granted, and boy is it a good one.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Igniting the Fire<\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019d like to mention an interesting bit of history on Randy the owner of Apex Tactical. Before Apex was known for making parts, Randy was a pistolsmith. In the mid-90s, Randy began working on P35 pistols and saw a need for a magwell, but at that time, what was currently available on the market left a lot to be desired. He shelved his ideas of a magwell until the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> came around and re-ignited his interest in the platform.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42977\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine.jpg\" alt=\"sa-35 with apex tactical extended magazine\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-apex-tactical-extended-magazine-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Want to increase the capacity of your <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>? Apex Tactical offers magazines with 17- and <span class=\"nowrap\">19-round<\/span>\u00a0capacities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Apex Low-Profile Magwell, machined from billet steel, is everything you would expect from a company known for innovation and uncompromising quality. They didn\u2019t just slap something together and ship it out the door. The magwell is well thought-out, well-fitted to the pistol, and it looks beautiful. A small amount of work is required when installing the magwell on your <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>, but it took me no longer than five minutes with a file and a few armorer tools on my bench.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42978\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation.jpg.webp 1310w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-800x484.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-768x465.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-600x363.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1310px) 100vw, 1310px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1310\" height=\"793\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation.jpg\" alt=\"sa-35 pistol with apex upgrades installation\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation.jpg 1310w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-800x484.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-400x242.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-pistol-with-apex-upgrades-installation-600x363.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1310px) 100vw, 1310px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apex Tactical offers (from left to right) 19- and 17-round extra-capacity magazines, a Low-Profile Magwell, and magwell-cut LOK Grips for the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>\u00a0(center).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The beveled magwell and the lanyard attachment hole running through the frame made the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> the perfect candidate for the Apex Magwell design. The lanyard hole running through the frame allows a perfect anchor point for the Magwell to attach, without requiring welding or cutting. There are then side supports that create a rock-solid attachment to the left and right sides of the frame.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42979\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-800x541.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-400x271.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-768x519.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-600x406.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"947\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell.jpg\" alt=\"springfield armory sa-35 with apex magwell\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-800x541.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-400x271.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-768x519.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/springfield-armory-sa-35-with-apex-magwell-600x406.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The LOK Grips work perfectly on an <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> equipped with the magwell and extra-capacity magazines from Apex\u00a0Tactical.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>By sliding the magwell into place and tapping it with a soft hammer, you can see indents on the magwell\u2019s \u201cfitting tabs.\u201d you then simply file those tabs down to where the marks are on the metal. Once you have removed enough of the fitting tab, you are able to tap the magwell into place with a soft hammer. Once in place, you tap in the 5mm split pin to hold it all together. After installation, it looks as if the Apex Magwell was a factory option. The lines and finish blend perfectly into the frame of the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>You will notice that the entry contours do not match the Springfield <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>\u2019s frame bevels. This is on purpose. The Apex Magwell is designed to serve as a sacrificial impact surface, helping preserve your frame from impacts from the magazine\u2019s feed lips during mag insertions. Secondly, this allows for the optimal alignment of the magazine when it is being inserted into the pistol. But there is one thing to be aware of \u2014 the addition of the magwell means you can no longer use the original mags as they are now a tad too short. This takes us to the second part of my review.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Perfect Partners<\/h2>\n<p>Remember I said I wanted a basepad system for the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>? Well, Apex delivered with its new <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> Magazine Basepads. Apex designed these two new magazine basepads to go with the Apex Magwell \u2014 a 17- and a 19-round version. Yes, you are not only getting an extended basepad, but also a capacity bump! The black anodized aluminum basepads have integrated grasping grooves machined into them for a positive grip and ease of extraction.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42980\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-800x504.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-400x252.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-600x378.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"882\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad.jpg\" alt=\"apex tactical sa-35 magwell and base pad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-800x504.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-400x252.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell-and-base-pad-600x378.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apex Tactical parts are well made to last a lifetime. The <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> magwell and magazine baseplates show this attention to detail. A 19-round magazine is shown\u00a0here.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Because the Magwell adds about \u00bc\u201d to the pistol grip length, Apex needed to find a magazine that could accommodate the extra length. Apex eventually landed on customizing a commercially available Mec-Gar magazine that was similar enough to the P35 magazine dimensions. Apex was able to reform the magazine to their specs, thus creating the perfect magazine for the magwell extension while also retaining the reliability and consistency of the Mec-Gar product.<\/p>\n<div class=\"newsletter inline\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"logo-tal-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/themes\/thearmorylife\/img\/logo-tal-tm-icon.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Live The Armory Life.<\/strong> The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our <a class=\"ajax-giveaways\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/giveaways\/\"><strong>monthly gun\u00a0giveaways!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Keep in mind that since the Apex Magwell is installed, you can no longer use the factory magazines as they are now too short. But, I think it\u2019s a small price to pay once you experience it all in action. The new magazines look stellar in the gun \u2014 it really makes the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> stand out even more, with a classic yet modern feel.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coming to Grips<\/h2>\n<p>The third part of this Apex <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> trifecta is the magwell-cut LOK grips. Featuring a palm swell design, and available in gray\/black or dark red\/black, these two-tone grips are machined from G10 and cut to accept the Apex Magwell.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42981\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-800x470.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-400x235.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-768x451.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-600x353.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"823\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips.jpg\" alt=\"sa-35 with lok grips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-800x470.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-400x235.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-768x451.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/sa-35-with-lok-grips-600x353.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LOK Grips with the special geometry cuts and the Apex Tactical parts make this classic pistol a modern\u00a0masterpiece.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I cannot say enough good things about these grips, as I think they make the pistol feel like it was meant for me. The grips contour perfectly into my hands, and the G10 material gives ample texture to grip onto. The grip stays thinner towards the top so you can easily access the magazine release, which is a well-thought-out design. For width reference, the stock grips measure 1.332\u201d in thickness, while the palm swell grips measure 1.550\u201d at the peak of the grip.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hands-On<\/h2>\n<p>On the range, the upgraded <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> felt as good as it looks. The new LOK Grips and the Apex Magwell were extremely comfortable in my hands. I felt as if I was able to control the pistol much easier than before. The very first thing I noticed was how simple and smooth the magazine insertion was. The positive click of the magazine locking into place without disappearing into the pistol was great.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42982\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range.jpg\" alt=\"testing the apex tactical magwell for the sa-35 at the range\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-tactical-magwell-for-the-sa-35-at-the-range-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After installing all of the parts, the author took the Springfield <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> to the range to test the system. Everything worked exactly as\u00a0intended.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With the LOK Grips\u2019 palm swell, the pistol molds into your hands as if it was a custom design personal to the user. Getting a grip and controlling the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> was a breeze. The Apex Magwell worked beautifully in conjunction with the new grips. I always thought the <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span> has a fairly short grip for a full-size pistol, so the magwell is a welcome addition for me, creating an anchor point for my pinky and the meat of my palm to rest on.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42983\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines.jpg\" alt=\"apex tactical sa-35 extended magazines\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/apex-tactical-sa-35-extended-magazines-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">With the Apex Tactical baseplates, the new magazines hold 17 (right) and 19 rounds (left.) This gives the user additional defensive\u00a0capabilities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The extra-capacity magazines ran flawlessly. Loading was easy, not overly tight like some magazines I\u2019ve encountered. The magazines perfectly fed every time with no malfunctions during my testing. When reloading, the magazines dropped with ease thanks to the baseplate\u2019s added weight on the bottom.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42984\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range.jpg\" alt=\"testing the apex extended magazines in the sa-35 while at the shooting range\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/testing-the-apex-extended-magazines-in-the-sa-35-while-at-the-shooting-range-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Apex Tactical, LOK Grips and Springfield Armory all combine to offer incredible performance in an attractive\u00a0package.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest, we don\u2019t always want our mags dropping depending on what surface they will be landing on, so having an extended magazine helps keep a nice grip for easily removing and stowing the mag on your person. Also, a big shout out to 1776 USA Ammo for the ammunition used in this review (<a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/1776-usa-lead-free-ammo-range-test\/\">to see a review of their ammunition, click here<\/a>). The lead-free nature of the ammo makes it a much cleaner experience at the range.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42985\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1.jpg.webp 1390w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-800x506.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-400x253.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-768x486.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-600x380.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1390px) 100vw, 1390px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1390\" height=\"880\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1.jpg 1390w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-800x506.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-400x253.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/1776-ammo-1-600x380.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1390px) 100vw, 1390px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">During this testing, the author used 1776 USA lead-free ammunition. The ammo performed flawlessly in the\u00a0<span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As far as those buttery-smooth reloads that I mentioned earlier? You will be excited when you hit slide lock because it means you get to utilize that beautifully designed magwell to quickly feed your <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>. Reloading with the Apex Low-Profile Magwell is effortless and fun, making your range time all that much more enjoyable.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Ultimately the Apex Low-Profile Magwell, extra-capacity magazines and LOK Grips all work together perfectly to improve your shooting experience with the venerable <span class=\"nowrap\">SA-35<\/span>. You won\u2019t be disappointed with these upgrades.<\/p>\n<p>Check out the products at the links below, and while you\u2019re at it give their Hellcat parts a look too. The quality is exceptional! (To see Jeremy\u2019s <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/hellcat-pro-upgrades-from-apex-tactical\/\">review of the Apex Tactical Hellcat and Hellcat Pro parts, click here<\/a>.) MSRP for the magwell is $200. The magazines come in at $65 for the 17-rounder and $75 for the 19 rounder, and the LOK Grips are $80.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: Please be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in!<\/em><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-forum-thread hide-share\"><span>Join the Discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"forum-thread-button-wrapper hide-share\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/forum\/threads\/15143\/\">Go to forum thread<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-featured hide-share\"><span>Featured in this video<\/span><\/h5>\n<section class=\"featured hide-share grid-three\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-other \" href=\"https:\/\/www.apextactical.com\/tac-magwell-for-springfield-sa-35-browning-hi-power\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 94%; margin-top: 3rem; margin-bottom: 3rem;\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell.jpg.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-apex-tactical-sa-35-magwell.jpg\" alt=\"Apex Tactical Low-Profile Magwell for SA-35\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>Apex Tactical <span>Low-Profile Magwell for SA-35<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-other \" href=\"https:\/\/www.apextactical.com\/magazine-for-sa-35-and-bhp-9mm-pistols-equipped-with-an-apex-tactical-magazine-well\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 85%;\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-apex-tactical-sa-35-magazine.jpg.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-apex-tactical-sa-35-magazine.jpg\" alt=\"Apex Tactical Magazine for SA-35\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>Apex Tactical <span>Magazine for SA-35<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-other \" href=\"https:\/\/www.apextactical.com\/magwell-cut-grips-by-lok-grips-for-springfield-sa-35\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"margin-top: 2rem; margin-bottom: 3.1rem;\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-apex-tactical-magwell-cut-grips-sa-35.jpg.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-apex-tactical-magwell-cut-grips-sa-35.jpg\" alt=\"Apex Tactical Magwell Cut Grips by LOK Grips for SA-35\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>Apex Tactical <span>Magwell Cut Grips by LOK Grips for SA-35<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-sa35 \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/sa-35-series-handguns\/sa-35-handguns\/sa-35-9mm-handgun\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-9mm\">9<sup>mm<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/HP9201.png.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/HP9201.png\" alt=\"SA-35\u2122\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>SA-35\u2122 <\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-other \" href=\"https:\/\/1776usa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 72.5%;\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-1776-usa.png.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/product-1776-usa.png\" alt=\"1776 USA\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>1776 USA <\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/apex-tactical-sa-35-magazine-review\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Jeremy Tremp The SA-35 is a faithful yet modern version of the historic P35 pistol first designed by John Moses Browning. 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