Videos tagged with Chamber Check

This video from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia and Neil Weidner, analyzes a severe firearms safety violation where an officer negligently discharges a firearm into his own leg. The hosts emphasize the critical importance of adhering to fundamental safety rules, such as always pointing firearms in a safe direction, keeping fingers off the trigger until ready to fire, and verifying the firearm is unloaded through visual and tactile chamber checks. They also highlight the necessity of carrying a personal medical kit and the benefits of services like DeleteMe for online privacy.

Instruction from TheYankeeMarshal on the safe unloading procedure for a cocked-and-locked 1911 pistol. The expert emphasizes the critical first step of removing the magazine, followed by disengaging the safety and racking the slide to eject the chambered round. This technique ensures the firearm is rendered safe.

This guide outlines four fundamental safety tips for new firearm owners, presented by Mr. Madness. It emphasizes treating all firearms as loaded, proper finger and muzzle discipline, and the importance of seeking professional training. The video demonstrates these principles using a Sig Sauer P365 at an outdoor range.

This guide details the critical steps for safely loading a pistol, emphasizing the importance of understanding your firearm's Manual of Arms, maintaining strict muzzle control, and performing thorough chamber and magazine checks. It highlights common mistakes to avoid, such as neglecting safety gear or assuming a firearm is empty. The instruction is presented with an authoritative and safety-oriented tone, drawing on established safety guidelines.

This guide details the correct "over-the-top" press check technique for handguns, as demonstrated by former CIA officer Jason Hanson. It emphasizes crucial firearm safety, particularly avoiding muzzling one's own hand during the manipulation. Proper technique ensures safe and effective verification of the chamber's status.

This guide details the D.R.O.P. acronym for safely unloading a semi-automatic pistol, as demonstrated by John G. Johnson. The steps involve dropping the magazine, racking and locking the slide open, and performing a thorough chamber check. The video highlights how the slide remaining open after the last round aids in this process.

This video provides essential instruction on safely unloading a semi-automatic pistol, emphasizing the 'DROP' acronym: Drop the magazine, Rack the slide, Open the slide, and Physically check the chamber. Instructor John G. Johnson, with over 5,000 students taught, highlights common mistakes new gun owners make, such as not properly verifying the firearm is unloaded or placing it down incorrectly. The guide stresses the importance of understanding this fundamental safety procedure for all firearm owners.

This guide details the technique of performing a press check on a semi-automatic pistol, as demonstrated by Johnny Q. It covers two methods for manipulating the slide to visually confirm a round is chambered, emphasizing safety and responsible firearm handling. The video questions the necessity of this practice for experienced owners.

This video details a critical firearm safety incident that occurred immediately after an ATF audit, highlighting the importance of thorough safety checks, especially after gunsmithing work like trigger jobs. The narrative emphasizes that racking a slide and having it not lock back is not a definitive sign of an empty firearm, and a visual chamber inspection is paramount to prevent accidental discharges.

This guide addresses the risks of negligent discharges among experienced firearm owners, highlighting complacency as a primary factor. It emphasizes establishing robust safety systems, distinguishing between defense and recreational firearms, and maintaining rigorous safety checks. The advice includes a personal rule against dry firing at home to build a mental separation from range practices, reinforcing the four rules of gun safety to mitigate potential mistakes.

This video discusses multiple alleged uncommanded discharges of the Sig Sauer P320 platform, including a recent incident at a USPSA match. The speaker, a Marksmanship Master Trainer with extensive personal experience (over 40,000 rounds fired through P320/M17/M18 variants), contrasts his personal reliability testing with reported issues. He concludes that while the guns themselves function reliably in his experience, the persistent reports of unintentional discharges warrant caution, leading him to recommend Glock pistols for personal carry.

This video, titled 'Bullet in the Chamber?', directly addresses a critical firearm safety question: 'Do you KNOW if your gun is loaded?'. While no specific firearms are mentioned, the title and description strongly suggest a focus on firearm handling, safety, and the importance of verifying a firearm's status. The content likely aims to educate viewers on safe firearm practices, particularly regarding chamber checks.