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Wednesday, April 1, 2026  ■  Product News

Check-Mate Industries Introduces the World's First 64-Round "Switch Stik" Magazine in 9mm

In a move that engineers called "ambitious," lawyers called "concerning," and shooters will simply say "wait…what?", Check‑Mate Industries proudly announces the launch of the CM-64 Switch Stik™, the world's first 64-round double-stack / double-stick aftermarket magazine engineered for the Glock®- compatible platforms.

Yes, you read that correctly. Sixty-four rounds. In a Glock®-style magazine. And before you ask, yes… it gets better.

The Breakthrough: Ammo-Select™ Dual-Feed Technology: At the heart of the Switch Stik™ is Check-Mate's patent-pending Ammo-Select™ switch system, allowing shooters to toggle between FMJ and hollow-point ammunition with the flip of a precision-machined selector lever.

According to Check-Mate's Advanced Concepts Division, the system works by separating two parallel internal ammunition channels within the double-stick architecture, allowing the operator to route the pistol's feed path instantly.

"We wanted shooters to have absolute flexibility," said a senior engineer who requested anonymity after several late-night design meetings. "Range day? Flip it. Home defense? Flip it again. Accidentally loaded 32 rounds of ball ammo when you meant to run hollow points? Flip it and pretend it was intentional."

The "Double-Stack / Double-Stick" Architecture: Traditional magazines stack cartridges in a single or double-stack vertical column. The CM-64 Switch Stik™ laughs politely at that old design concept.

Instead, Check-Mate engineers created a dual-column internal chamber system, essentially merging two independent double-stack magazines into one unified structure.

The result:

Despite the capacity, the magazine maintains what engineers describe as "surprisingly manageable proportions."

Field testers reported that it doubles as:

Advanced Materials: Aerospace Meets Absurdity: The CM-64 Switch Stik™ is constructed from a proprietary hybrid material system designed for maximum durability and minimum plausibility.

Key construction features include:

At the heart of the magazine sits Check-Mate's carbon-fiber impregnated valyrian-molded follower, engineered for smooth cartridge guidance under extreme compression forces.

Valyrian steel, extremely strong, lightweight was chosen primarily because:

Designed for Every Shooter: Check-Mate believes the Switch Stik™ will appeal to a wide spectrum of firearm enthusiasts:

Reliability Testing: During development, prototypes were tested under demanding conditions including:

Early testers reported flawless function until someone attempted to load 65 rounds, which engineers confirmed is "not recommended."

Availability: The Check-Mate CM-64 Switch Stik™ will be available April 1st only, through select dealers, limited-edition catalogs, and possibly a few overly optimistic online retailers.

Each unit ships with:

MSRP: $199.64, honoring the magazine's capacity.

*GLOCK is a registered trademark of Glock, Inc. This product is not affiliated with or endorse by Glock, Inc.

Learn more at checkmatemagazines.com.

About Check-Mate: Check-Mate is a U.S.-owned, vertically integrated manufacturing partner specializing in high-reliability firearm components and magazine systems for leading OEMs. With over 100 million magazines delivered since 1972, Check-Mate is built to support mission-critical platforms, delivering the durability, consistency, and scale required for today's demanding firearms programs.

Operating from U.S.-based facilities in West Babylon, NY, and Thomasville, GA, Check-Mate provides true end-to-end manufacturing—from engineering and in-house tool and die production to progressive metal stamping, deep draw, CNC machining, injection molding, welding, heat-treat coordination, finishing, and final assembly.

Check-Mate supports rapid prototyping through high-volume production across carbon and stainless steels, engineered polymers, and specialty alloys. ISO-certified quality systems, ITAR registration, advanced CMM/metrology labs, and APQP/PPAP processes ensure repeatable performance, tight tolerances, and program confidence at scale.

Known as a trusted OEM partner for magazine systems and other mission-critical firearm components, Check-Mate emphasizes engineering collaboration, domestic manufacturing, and supply chain reliability. Designed for durability and built to scale, Check-Mate helps firearms manufacturers launch faster, produce reliably, and protect their brand in the field.