Videos tagged with Barrel Bulge

Brett from Nightwood Guns provides a comprehensive checklist for inspecting revolvers before purchase, addressing both new firearms with quality control issues and used models. Key checks include barrel alignment, side plate screw condition, timing (single and double action), cylinder lockup, end shake, trigger function, and potential structural issues like cracks or bulges. The guide emphasizes looking for signs of internal tampering and cosmetic flaws that can indicate abuse or poor manufacturing.

This video provides a technical explanation and visual demonstration of a squib load failure, specifically focusing on a damaged Glock barrel. An expert gunsmith or instructor uses cutaway models to illustrate the physics of a bullet obstruction and the resulting pressure spike. The demonstration highlights the visible external bulge and internal deformation of the barrel, emphasizing the dangers of firing a subsequent round into an obstructed bore and the potential for severe firearm damage.

This video details a steel shot test on an older English shotgun, specifically an HW Richards box lock ejector with nitro proof barrels. The test aims to assess the impact of modern steel shot cartridges on a gun not originally designed for them, addressing common concerns about barrel damage and choke suitability. The findings suggest that with appropriate cartridge selection (standard steel, not magnum), older English guns with less than half choke can potentially handle steel shot without immediate damage, though some minor barrel swelling was observed.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video provides an in-depth analysis of a firearm failure, specifically a BCM upper receiver that experienced a catastrophic event. The instructor, Chris from Regular Guy Training, details the likely cause as an overcharged round leading to an overpressure event. He debunks theories of firing out of battery or headspace issues, presenting evidence from inspections and consultations with gunsmiths. The video also touches on other recent firearm malfunctions experienced by the instructor, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and part replacement.

This guide details the post-stress test condition of a Hi-Point C9, including severe barrel bulging and a cracked slide, necessitating specialized disassembly with a Dremel tool. It highlights component failures like a bent firing pin and broken safety, and the subsequent repair attempts. The assessment comes from experienced firearms testers, offering insights into the limits of the firearm's durability under extreme conditions.