Patent attributes
A follower insert system for a follower in a firearm magazine is disclosed. The follower insert system comprises an insert block having a front side, a rear side, a top side, and two lateral sides facing in opposite directions, wherein at least one of said two lateral sides has a recess; a spring disposed in said recess of said insert block; and a lateral pin disposed adjacent to said spring. The follower insert system may further comprise a cover disposed on a lateral side of said insert block, wherein said cover has an aperture disposed in alignment with said recess of said insert block, wherein said lateral pin is disposed through said aperture of said cover. When the follower reaches the top portion of a magazine, the lateral pin engages the magazine release and the magazine is automatically ejected.