Magpul vs Magpul PTS - Never knew this was a thing

[Joe Link]

A good friend of mine sent me a link to what seemed like a good deal on a Gen 1 MS4 sling today. Seemed like the price was right for a Gen 1, and looked like it was good to go. Come to find out after he placed the order (and read the description) that it's from the 'PTS' line. Of course it's already marked shipped, so it's too late to cancel now.

MAGPUL MS4 Sling Dual QD Multi Mission Sling System 2 in 1 (Black) | eBay

I had no idea the Magpul PTS line was a thing, apparently made for airsoft? Heads up for anyone else who might have not known

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[ron]

Also the airsoft Magpul stocks. I have seen them at gun shows.
PTS Syndicate | Shop and Buy Magpul PTS Airsoft Products at Airsoft Megastore

 

[Joe Link]

So is this stuff licensed by Magpul or what? In that photo on eBay the packaging looked just like the real thing IIRC (assuming that was an actual photo, probably not).

 

[clearconscience]

Yeah I think Amazon sells a lot of this crap too.

 

[IronMonster]

Several years ago I bought a couple of "Magpul" slings off ebay... They shipped straight from China in Magpul packaging that said "Made in the USA"

 

[No_Regerts]

Lame!

 

[IronMonster]

A good friend of mine sent me a link to what seemed like a good deal on a Gen 1 MS4 sling today. Seemed like the price was right for a Gen 1, and looked like it was good to go. Come to find out after he placed the order (and read the description) that it's from the 'PTS' line. Of course it's already marked shipped, so it's too late to cancel now.

MAGPUL MS4 Sling Dual QD Multi Mission Sling System 2 in 1 (Black) | eBay

I had no idea the Magpul PTS line was a thing, apparently made for airsoft? Heads up for anyone else who might have not known

I bought a set of PTS Magpul BUIS off ebay that I thought was just a smokin deal on the real thing.

You are not the first person to fall for something of this nature.

"if it seems to good to be true"

 

[19 Adam]

Great info!

My buddy just let me know the screaming deal he found on some Magpul furniture for his AR. Looks like he was duped by an online reseller that did not say anything about "airsoft" in the ad.

 

[Doc In UPlace]

"Professional Training System". Meh. Made in China I presume.

No markings indicating the difference. Hopefully soon there will be, this looks like trouble on the reseller market.

 

[ThemGunsThough]

The PTS MBUS on ebay had several people fooled over the years. I thought I got a great deal on some "Magpul" MBUS front and rear sights for $20 shipped over 5 years ago but come to find these were "PTS". Went on my M&P 15-22 and i've had no issues at all with them. I've tempted myself to put them on a lightlweight AR15 build but opted for something more reputable. Next to a genuine set of MBUS sights that I already had, they looked nearly legit. The feel of the real ones just feels more solid.

 

[IronMonster]

The PTS MBUS on ebay had several people fooled over the years. I thought I got a great deal on some "Magpul" MBUS front and rear sights for $20 shipped over 5 years ago but come to find these were "PTS". Went on my M&P 15-22 and i've had no issues at all with them. I've tempted myself to put them on a lightlweight AR15 build but opted for something more reputable. Next to a genuine set of MBUS sights that I already had, they looked nearly legit. The feel of the real ones just feels more solid.

My understanding is they are made from a basic plastic rather than the regular Magpul polomer but other than that are really the same. (I think they also use a cheaper screw)

 

[v0lcom13sn0w]

its good for super budget builds!

how else do u think i built a $360 AR

 

[P7M13]

its good for super budget builds!

how else do u think i built a $360 AR

As long as it only shoots plastic bullets, I think you're OK.

"Professional Training System". Meh. Made in China I presume.

No markings indicating the difference. Hopefully soon there will be, this looks like trouble on the reseller market.

PTS = Phởking Tango Shyte.