Tombstone Magazine Catch Smooth Button By EGW

Product Overview

The EGW Tombstone Smooth Magazine Release Paddle extends the magazine release surface toward the shooter's hand, making the release easier to reach without requiring as much change in grip position.

Its distinctive Tombstone profile provides a larger contact surface than a standard magazine catch button, while the smooth face provides a clean, comfortable contact surface for the thumb.

The paddle is machined from aluminum, providing a rigid extended release surface without adding unnecessary weight to the pistol.

Installation requires a magazine catch that is drilled and tapped 4-40. The required 4-40 paddle screw is included and uses a T-10 Torx drive.

Reach the Magazine Release with Less Grip Movement

Depending on hand size and grip position, a standard magazine release can require the shooter to rotate the pistol slightly in the hand to reach the release comfortably.

The Tombstone paddle extends the usable release surface toward the shooter's hand, making the magazine release easier to reach while maintaining a more consistent grip.

This makes the paddle well suited to competition, range, and custom pistol builds where fast, consistent access to the magazine release is important.

Smooth Contact Surface

This version of the Tombstone paddle features a smooth face.

The smooth contact surface provides a clean feel under the thumb without the additional texture of serrations.

This makes it a good option for shooters who want the reach and size of the Tombstone profile but prefer a less aggressive release surface.

For shooters who prefer additional texture, EGW also offers the Tombstone Serrated Magazine Release Paddle.

Machined Aluminum Construction

The Tombstone paddle is machined from aluminum, providing a rigid extended release surface without adding unnecessary weight to the pistol.

The lightweight construction makes it well suited for competition and performance-oriented builds where additional release surface is desired without adding a heavy control to the pistol.

4-40 Mounting System

The Tombstone paddle attaches to the face of a compatible magazine catch using the included 4-40 paddle screw.

The magazine catch must be drilled and tapped 4-40 before the paddle can be installed.

The included paddle screw uses a T-10 Torx drive for installation.

What's Included?

Included:

• EGW Tombstone Smooth Magazine Release Paddle
• 4-40 Paddle Screw with T-10 Torx Drive

Not Included:

• Magazine Catch
• T-10 Torx Driver

Why Choose the EGW Tombstone Paddle?

• ✔ Extends the magazine release toward the shooter's hand
• ✔ Helps reduce the amount of grip movement needed to release a magazine
• ✔ Distinctive Tombstone-shaped release surface
• ✔ Smooth face provides a clean thumb contact surface
• ✔ Machined from aluminum
• ✔ Lightweight construction
• ✔ Uses a 4-40 paddle mounting thread
• ✔ 4-40 paddle screw included
• ✔ T-10 Torx paddle screw drive
• ✔ Works with compatible drilled and tapped 4-40 mag catches
• ✔ Well suited for competition, range, and custom pistol builds

Installation & Compatibility

Before ordering, verify that your magazine catch is drilled and tapped 4-40.

The included 4-40 paddle screw passes through the Tombstone paddle and threads directly into the face of the compatible magazine catch.

Use a T-10 Torx driver to install the included paddle screw.

After installation, verify that the paddle is securely mounted and does not interfere with the grip, trigger guard, holster, or normal operation of the pistol.

Because an extended paddle makes the magazine release easier to reach, always confirm that the paddle cannot be unintentionally activated during normal firing, handling, or holstering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Tombstone paddle do?
It increases and extends the magazine release surface toward the shooter's hand, making the magazine release easier to reach with less change in grip position.

What thread size does it use?
The Tombstone paddle mounts using a 4-40 paddle screw.

Is the 4-40 paddle screw included?
Yes. The required 4-40 paddle screw is included with the Tombstone paddle.

What drive does the paddle screw use?
The included 4-40 paddle screw uses a T-10 Torx drive.

Is a T-10 Torx driver included?
No. The installation tool is not included.

Does my mag catch need to be threaded?
Yes. Your magazine catch must be drilled and tapped 4-40 to install this paddle.

Can I use this with an EGW drilled and tapped Springfield Prodigy mag catch?
Yes. EGW drilled and tapped Springfield Prodigy mag catches that use the 4-40 paddle thread are compatible with the Tombstone paddle.

Is the magazine catch included?
No. This product includes the Tombstone paddle and 4-40 paddle screw. The magazine catch is sold separately.

What is the paddle made from?
The Tombstone paddle is machined from aluminum.

What is different about the smooth version?
The smooth version has a clean, non-serrated contact surface for shooters who prefer less texture under the thumb.

Is there a serrated version?
Yes. EGW also offers a serrated Tombstone magazine release paddle for shooters who prefer additional texture.