I don't like storing a gun with a magazine in. May lead to accidents. I know that many people will say that it is a way for dust and grime to get into the gun, but I don't mind cleaning guns.

When I pick up a gun, I want to KNOW that it is empty. Bolt/slide/action open, magazine out. If it is stored that way, I can look at the gun and there is no doubt in my mind that the gun is empty. There is no way that an "accident" can happen with a gun that is stored open and empty. I have a very curious 5 year old and a super curious 3 year old. If the magazine and rounds are stored seperatly, they can't possibly get into any trouble with it. They also know never to go near a gun unless they can see that it is "open and empty." They know never to touch any gun without me or their mom there.

The other reason that I am thinking about staying away from the detachable magazine is that it is another part that can wear over time. Best just to keep it simple.