r/canadaguns • u/att_110 • Apr 20 '26

Fix my gun SKS detachable mags

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I was able to get the ProMag Archangel magazine to fit in my SKS after trimming the edges a bit. It is still a pretty tight fit, though.

Now I am trying to figure out if there is a way to close the bolt with an empty magazine inserted. Does it remain open or am I doing something wrong. I know I have to keep the bolt open to insert the mag.

I have heard people mention some kind of workaround or “hack,” but I am not sure if that applies to inserting the magazine with the bolt closed or something else.

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u/alphawolf29 Apr 20 '26

can you push down the spring with your finger and close the bolt?

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u/att_110 Apr 20 '26

Yes, I was able to do that. Want to see if there’s a fix without having to grind the bolt stop.

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u/alphawolf29 Apr 20 '26

I mean as far as I know that is the proper way to do it.

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u/sounoriginal13 Apr 20 '26

Mod the mag, but the bolt wont fit into the mag with it full inserted. Without mods to the mag or bolt. Not sure why you want it to work this way but ok sure