The Ball Latch keeps paint from double feeding and rolling down the barrel. Keep a spare handy in case you need to replace one at the field! This FA-18 ball latch fits the 98 Custom, Custom Pro, Pro-Lite, A-5, Pro-Carbine, and the Model 98
Just as good as the original I haven't used it yet, because I got it just to have an extra in case it's needed. I will say that it looks just as good as the original one in the gun. Thanks