This guide details the operation of the three-position tang safety on the Ruger American Rifle Generation II. It explains the function of each position: Safe Locked (two white bars, trigger and bolt locked), Safe (one white bar, trigger locked, bolt operable for loading/unloading), and Fire (one red bar, ready to fire). The guide also covers the necessity of cocking the bolt to move the safety after firing and the procedure for bolt removal and reinstallation while on safe.
This guide details the unique tip-up barrel mechanism of the Girsan MC 14T, demonstrated by a high-authority firearms instructor. It covers the process of manually loading a .380 ACP round directly into the chamber without racking the slide, a feature beneficial for those with limited hand strength or for quick administrative loading. The demonstration includes safe live-fire execution at an outdoor range, concluding with standard semi-automatic slide lockback.
This guide details the process of preparing a handgun for Every Day Carry (EDC), emphasizing deliberate and repeatable administrative loading procedures. It covers safety checks, chambering a round, and the critical press check to ensure the firearm is mission-ready. Instruction is provided by Paul from Warrior Poet Society, highlighting the importance of consistent habits for life-saving equipment readiness.
This analysis from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, breaks down a critical incident involving Baltimore officers. It highlights tactical errors such as splitting forces and improper ready positions, while emphasizing correct administrative loading, priority of fire with carbines, backstop awareness, and the importance of immediate trauma medical response. The expert assessment provides high-level insights into defensive tactics.
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